Drugs
Death Lyrics
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Feet shift and then I stumble
And your still lying breathless on the floor
Angels sing of the great healer
Bell ring sounds the dealer
But you won?t be dancing anymore
(whisper in my ear)
It's the drugs talking
(hear you loud and clear)
It's the drugs talking
(screaming out my name)
IT?S THE DRUGS TALKING
(CRAWLING THROUGH MY VEINS)
Searching for a new dimension
Never was my intension
To find you lying breathless on the floor
Though it made you the better dancer
The little pill was not the answer
And you won?t be dancing anymore
It's the drugs talking
(whisper in my ear)
It's the drugs talking
(hear you loud and clear)
It's the drugs talking
(screaming out my name)
IT?S THE DRUGS TALKING
(CRAWLING THROUGH MY VEINS)
The lyrics to Death's song "DRUGS" are a cautionary tale about the dangerous consequences of drug addiction. The first verse describes the disorienting effects of drug use, as the singer's perception is altered to the point of stumbling and walls appearing to crumble. The second line ominously sets up the scene for what's to come, as it appears the singer's friend or partner is lying motionless on the floor, presumably due to a drug overdose.
The second verse touches on the idea of drug dealers luring in vulnerable individuals with promises of euphoria and escape, but ultimately leading them down a path of destruction. The singer describes hearing the voice of the drugs calling out to them, taking over their mind and body with a fierce grip. They acknowledge that seeking out this new dimension of altered consciousness was not their intention, but it ultimately led to the loss of their loved one.
The chorus of the song repeats the refrain "It's the drugs talking," emphasizing the idea that the influence of drugs can be overpowering and destructive. The final lines of the song drive home the tragedy of the situation, as the singer mourns the loss of their companion and acknowledges that the drugs have taken control.
Overall, the lyrics to "DRUGS" serve as a stark reminder of the dangers of drug addiction and the devastating consequences that can result from it.
Line by Line Meaning
Walls move as if to crumble
I feel like everything around me is falling apart.
Feet shift and then I stumble
I am unsteady on my feet and struggling to maintain my balance.
And your still lying breathless on the floor
Despite everything that is happening, you remain motionless and unresponsive.
Angels sing of the great healer
I am being tempted by the idea of a cure or a way to escape my pain.
Bell ring sounds the dealer
I am being enticed by the promise of relief, even though it comes at a cost.
But you won?t be dancing anymore
Despite the brief moments of pleasure or escape, the drugs ultimately lead to a loss of control and a loss of self.
It's the drugs talking (whisper in my ear)
The drugs are taking over my thoughts and actions, whispering their influence in my ear.
It's the drugs talking (hear you loud and clear)
The voice of the drugs is overwhelming and impossible to ignore.
It's the drugs talking (screaming out my name)
The drugs are calling to me, demanding my attention and compliance.
IT?S THE DRUGS TALKING (CRAWLING THROUGH MY VEINS)
The drugs have taken over my body, crawling through my veins and consuming me completely.
Searching for a new dimension
I am desperate to escape my reality and try something new and different.
Never was my intention
Despite my initial intentions, things have spiraled out of control and I am in over my head.
To find you lying breathless on the floor
Unfortunately, my actions have caused harm and devastation to myself and those around me.
Though it made you the better dancer
For a brief time, the drugs may have given me confidence or an illusion of control, but ultimately it is not worth the damage it causes.
The little pill was not the answer
Despite what I may have hoped, there is no easy solution or cure for my pain or struggles.
And you won?t be dancing anymore
The damage caused by the drugs is irreversible and there will be no going back to how things were before.
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Shiro
They always begin with the taught of "it's cool" to try drugs..
I had seen my friends took pills and gave it to me, and I refused it eventhough she is my BF..
I "jokingly" tell her that I want to club not to die, right in front of her face.
She answered that I'm being dramatic. I "jokingly" replied her, I rather be dramatic rather than to be inside coffin. 😅 it's like a template for me answering her.
I rather be the party blooper, than be addicts. And thank god my friend still have her brain, maybe having couple of nerdy friends and we constantly remind her of her mom, that make her not going down further..
Rayna Laveneau Romero
I was attacked by a student and had three cracked vertebrae and a torn achilles and because of this epidemic it is incredibly hard to get pain medication for relief. After a failed spinal fusion and now dealing with two broken screws it's almost impossible to get opioids for my pain and when I do I have to make them stretch because I'm never sure when I'll be able to get more. This is why so many people are buying them illegally as well and we know fentanyl is in almost everything sold on the street. I hope it can be a way to separate addicts and people that actually use these drugs as prescribed
Rhonda Grace
I really din't know what opioid's was used for until I read you comment, sorry that happen to you I hope you get the proper care that you need.
Skyrim Warrior
I had a accidental overdose in May 2022, it was a bad one too, my heart rate went up too much, I could not hardly breath.
so I went off to the hospital, it was a narcotic drug pain killer. Ever since that night. I was put on detox medication for so many weeks. that even today, I’m still on that detox medication.
LEGEND
A safe place to use drugs safely ? Just unbelievable America..
SteveXNYCperformance
Babylon AD is here.
Big Money
End of days
Banko
Liberals
Blanchenovia
Even without these "safe place drug" drog user will use, but it will be in the street so with a greater risk of not being saved, these places save lives
Sike01
just means more air for me to breathe
Blue Oak
We really need conservatives to move outside of NYC and NJ for that to happen