Dime In My Pocket
Desert Noises Lyrics


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A dime in my pocket is a diamond in my hand
choose your religion, cant change an honest man
Because I found jesus with a slide in his hand
Building things lately that are meant to rust
Saving your pennies, that's like man to lust
Pennies wont save you when your heart is dust
Dont be so selfish, you tried a hit and run
Choose your religion, youre not the only one
Because i found jesus not the only one





Overall Meaning

At first glance, "Dime In My Pocket" by Desert Noises may seem like a song about the value of money, but it's actually referencing the importance of honesty and faith. The opening line, "A dime in my pocket is a diamond in my hand," suggests that even the smallest amount of money can be valuable if you appreciate it. This can be seen as a metaphor for life in general, where we often take things for granted that we should be grateful for.


The next line, "Choose your religion, can't change an honest man," is a reminder that true integrity comes from within, and cannot be acquired through external factors like religion or wealth. The "slide in his hand" is likely a reference to the slide guitar often used in blues and gospel music, suggesting that the singer has found spiritual fulfillment through these genres.


The following lines, "Building things lately that are meant to rust / Saving your pennies, that's like man to lust / Pennies won't save you when your heart is dust," imply that focusing on material possessions is ultimately futile, as they will all eventually decay, and only what is in your heart will truly endure. This sentiment is echoed in the later line, "Dont be so selfish, you tried a hit and run," which emphasizes the importance of treating others with kindness and respect.


The chorus, "Choose your religion, you're not the only one / Because I found jesus not the only one," suggests that there are many paths to spiritual fulfillment, and that it's important to respect the beliefs of others, even if they differ from our own. Overall, "Dime In My Pocket" is a thoughtful reflection on the nature of faith, honesty, and materialism, and encourages listeners to prioritize the things that truly matter in life.


Line by Line Meaning

A dime in my pocket is a diamond in my hand
Even a small amount of money is precious and valuable to me


Choose your religion, cant change an honest man
Trying to change someone's beliefs is pointless if they are already truthful and genuine


Because I found jesus with a slide in his hand
I discovered faith in religion through an unexpected or unconventional means


Building things lately that are meant to rust
Recently, I have been creating or working on things that will inevitably deteriorate or fail over time


Saving your pennies, that's like man to lust
Acquiring and hoarding money can be just as addictive and consuming as physical desires and pleasures


Pennies wont save you when your heart is dust
Money cannot bring true happiness or fulfillment, especially when one's inner self is in a negative or deteriorated state


Dont be so selfish, you tried a hit and run
Don't act solely in your own interests, as that harms others and will have negative consequences for yourself


Choose your religion, youre not the only one
Everyone has their own beliefs and ideas about spirituality and faith


Because i found jesus not the only one
I am not alone in my discovery or journey of religious beliefs, as others have found their own paths as well




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