Dead END
Company/Jill O'Hara Lyrics
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Don't walk
Keep out
Red light
Steep cliff
Beware
Mad dog
Warning land mine
High voltage line
Don't make a pass
Keep of the grass
Detour
Wet paint
Hands off
Dead end
Sharp curve
Steep hill
Danger
One-way
Emergency
Exit
Only
Only
Warning markers hidden
Loitering forbitten
All trespassers will be shot
Claude loves Sheila-- he better love her not
Wet paint
Hands off
Keep out
Dead end
Men working
Dead end
No standing
Dead end
No parking
Dead end
No smoking
Dead end
No joking
Dead end
My friend
The song "Dead End" by Company/Jill O'Hara is a powerful piece that consists of simple words and phrases associated with danger and warning signs. The song is filled with many cautionary statements that warn people of the risks of proceeding down certain paths. The lyrics are structured in a way that echoes the thought process of someone who is constantly assessing the risks and dangers around them. It is directed at someone who is not only considering stepping out of their comfort zone but also venturing into uncharted territories.
Line by Line Meaning
Dead end
This is a dead end, go no further.
Don't walk
Do not proceed by walking forward.
Keep out
Stay away, do not enter.
Red light
Stop and do not proceed until the light is green.
Steep cliff
Be aware of the steep dropoff ahead.
Beware
Be cautious, there is potential danger.
Mad dog
A dangerous dog is present, be alert.
Blind man
Watch out for a person who is blind and may not see you coming.
Warning land mine
Be cautious of land mines in the area.
High voltage line
Stay away from the high voltage power lines.
Don't make a pass
Do not try to cross this line or barrier.
Keep of the grass
Do not step on or walk across the grass here.
Detour
A different route must be taken, the normal path is not available.
Wet paint
The paint is still drying, do not touch it.
Hands off
Do not touch or handle whatever is nearby.
Dead end
This path comes to an end, there is no way forward.
Sharp curve
The path ahead takes a sharp turn, reduce your speed.
Steep hill
There is a steep hill ahead, prepare yourself accordingly.
Danger
There is an imminent threat or risk of harm.
One-way
This path is only to be traveled in one direction.
Emergency
This is an exit to be used only in the case of an emergency.
Exit
This is an exit point on the path being traveled.
Only
This exit is to be used exclusively for a specific purpose.
Warning markers hidden
Do not be misled, there are hidden markers present which may indicate a hazard.
Loitering forbitten
Hanging around or lingering in the area is not permitted.
All trespassers will be shot
Unauthorized entry to this area will not be tolerated, with fatal consequences.
Claude loves Sheila-- he better love her not
This is likely a joke or a warning of someone who is possessive over Sheila.
Wet paint
The paint is still drying, do not touch it.
Hands off
Do not touch or handle whatever is nearby.
Keep out
Stay away, do not enter.
Dead end
This path comes to an end, there is no way forward.
Men working
Construction workers are present, be cautious and avoid disrupting their work.
Dead end
This path comes to an end, there is no way forward.
No standing
Do not remain stationary or wait at this location.
Dead end
This path comes to an end, there is no way forward.
No parking
Do not park your vehicle at this location.
Dead end
This path comes to an end, there is no way forward.
No smoking
Smoking is not permitted in this area.
Dead end
This path comes to an end, there is no way forward.
No joking
Do not make jokes or light of a any rules or warnings given.
Dead end
This path comes to an end, there is no way forward.
My friend
Unknown, could either emphasize the seriousness of the situation or be an invitation to turn around and move on.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Galt Mac Dermot, James Rado, Gerome Ragni
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jillian Sim
I had this album and played it often. Lost it years ago. Thanks for uploading.
B3S Tanga
I have been listening to this album since it came out and I was only nine. Still have the original vinyl.
François Du Nord
amazing, never heard this version, grtz from the netherlands 🇳🇱
Lorenzo Anzoátegui
Thanks for that correct order!!!!!!
Dame Sophie Hanssel, Godmother of Bunnies
I have to admit, Walker Daniels' voice is pretty sexy
CoffeeSquad
Thank you so much!
MLBF
No worries :)
Striperkiller750
The original forefathers
Sarah
Does meat loaf sing in this? If so, what time is it?
MLBF
He doesn't
There are no known recordings of him singing
I put this up for personal enjoyment