Decisions
D.R.I. Lyrics
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Give me problems I can't solve
Offer suggestions I can't respect
Is there anything at all?
You give me reasons for your ideas
All the facts behind your thoughts
Tell me of your observations
And count the number of my faults
I hide a smile, I wear a frown
Always wanting to play the clown
I make my plan, I lose a chance
As I perform a long death dance
Life or death, it's all straight up
Make my choice, and throw it up
Shot glass full, down the hatch
My mind's made up, no second chance
You ask me questions I can't answer
Give me problems I can't solve
Offer suggestions I can't respect
Is there anything at all?
Life or death, it's all straight up
Make my choice, and throw it up
Shot glass full, down the hatch
My mind's made up, no second chance
The song "Decisions" by D.R.I. discusses the struggles of being unable to make a decision, and the fear of making the wrong choice. The lyrics highlight the pressure that can come from others trying to influence a decision, but ultimately it is up to the individual to make the final choice. The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest, "You ask me questions I can't answer, Give me problems I can't solve, Offer suggestions I can't respect, Is there anything at all?" This portrays the feeling of being overwhelmed with choices and not knowing how to move forward.
The chorus, "Life or death, it's all straight up, Make my choice, and throw it up, Shot glass full, down the hatch, My mind's made up, no second chance" is a metaphor for the weight of decisions. The use of the phrase "life or death" symbolizes the importance of the choice and how it can affect the course of one's life. The lyrics illustrate the internal struggle of decision-making, the fear of failure, and the finality of the decision.
The song's lyrics, though written in 1985, still hold a deep meaning for many people today. Decisions can be difficult to make, and this song serves as a reminder that it is up to the individual to make the choice and own the consequences. Ultimately, the song encourages listeners to be confident in their ability to choose and to be bold in making their decisions.
Line by Line Meaning
You ask me questions I can't answer
You inquire about things that I am not knowledgeable about
Give me problems I can't solve
You present me with dilemmas that are beyond my capacity to fix
Offer suggestions I can't respect
You propose ideas that I cannot approve or admire
Is there anything at all?
Is there any topic you and I could discuss that I am capable of responding to?
You give me reasons for your ideas
You provide logical arguments to back up your opinions
All the facts behind your thoughts
You present me with all the evidence that supports your reasoning
Tell me of your observations
You share with me your observations and insights
And count the number of my faults
And remind me of my shortcomings, flaws and errors
I hide a smile, I wear a frown
I keep my happiness concealed, and let my sadness show
Always wanting to play the clown
I seek to amuse and entertain others, but often disguise my true emotions
I make my plan, I lose a chance
I devise a strategy, but end up missing an opportunity
As I perform a long death dance
As I engage in a slow and deadly self-destructive behavior
Life or death, it's all straight up
The consequences of my actions or choices are simple and blunt
Make my choice, and throw it up
Make a decision and act on it, even if the outcome is uncertain
Shot glass full, down the hatch
Drink a shot of alcohol, taking a risk or challenging fate
My mind's made up, no second chance
I have made up my mind and won't reconsider, no matter the consequences
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