Interview
Dickie Goodman & Friends Lyrics
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That you carry around may ring
Through their ears
But to us make no sound.
We never asked you to squat
On our intricacies of employment,
But honestly the harder you
Squeeze facilitates the enjoyment
Oh just look at all the pretty boggling array
Of punctuation marks at our disposal slashes.
Dashes and dots of various sorts.
Might even meet our proposal.
Hot flashes,
And rashes I'm feeling
Particularly pretentious;
Your vasomotor disturbances
Only rev up our engines.
Dialogue all the shit you want!
But make sure to use the biggest font!
The louder you speak the more they mention.
Bold or undefined this will get your attention!
The lyrics of "Interview" by Dickie Goodman & Friends appear to be a satirical commentary on the often convoluted and meaningless language used in professional settings, possibly in the context of a job interview. The mention of "marsupial annotations" and "intricacies of employment" suggests a tone of absurdity and exaggerated formality. The lyrics seem to mock the idea of using verbose and unnecessary jargon to impress others, highlighting how such efforts may fall flat and go unnoticed by those who see through the facade.
The line "But honestly the harder you squeeze facilitates the enjoyment" could be interpreted as a critique of individuals who try too hard to impress or manipulate others with their words. This may be a nod to the idea that true enjoyment and understanding come from authenticity and genuine communication, rather than empty displays of vocabulary or knowledge. The reference to punctuation marks as "pretty boggling array" and the play on words with "slashes. Dashes and dots" further emphasize the theme of superficial appearances and the illusion of significance in language.
The mention of "hot flashes, And rashes" and "vasomotor disturbances" introduces a more personal and physical element to the lyrics, suggesting a sense of discomfort or agitation beneath the surface. This could be seen as a metaphor for the tension and unease that can arise from insincere or insincere interactions, where the desire to impress or conform leads to internal conflict. The imagery of engines being revved up by these disturbances adds a sense of energy and urgency to the scene, hinting at the potential consequences of ignoring one's authentic self.
In the final lines, the lyrics advise to "Dialogue all the shit you want! But make sure to use the biggest font!" This can be seen as a call to speak candidly and boldly, without resorting to pretentious language or false pretenses. The emphasis on using a "biggest font" to grab attention may serve as a reminder that genuine communication stands out more than empty words or flashy presentations. Overall, the song appears to be a playful and ironic take on the complexities and contradictions of human interaction, urging listeners to prioritize honesty and sincerity in their communication.
Line by Line Meaning
All your marsupial annotations
Your random notes and comments may seem important to you, but they hold no significance to us.
That you carry around may ring
The things you constantly bring up might make sense to you.
Through their ears
But they have no impact on us.
But to us make no sound.
We don't pay attention to what you say.
We never asked you to squat
We never requested for your input or interference.
On our intricacies of employment,
Especially when it comes to important matters.
But honestly the harder you
But the more you try to impose yourself.
Squeeze facilitates the enjoyment
The more you push, the more we find it amusing.
Oh just look at all the pretty boggling array
Look at the wide range and variety of punctuation marks available to us.
Of punctuation marks at our disposal slashes.
Including slashes, dashes, and various other punctuation options.
Dashes and dots of various sorts.
Different ways to emphasize and punctuate our sentences.
Might even meet our proposal.
Could even align with our suggestions.
Hot flashes,
Strong waves of excitement or urgency.
And rashes I'm feeling
And discomfort or irritation that I'm experiencing.
Particularly pretentious;
Especially self-important or arrogant.
Your vasomotor disturbances
Your emotional disruptions or agitations.
Only rev up our engines.
Only serve to energize or excite us.
Dialogue all the shit you want!
You can talk all you want.
But make sure to use the biggest font!
Just make sure to make a big impact.
The louder you speak the more they mention.
The more you try to be heard, the more attention you get.
Bold or undefined this will get your attention!
Being confident or standing out will make people take notice.
Lyrics © MOTHERSHIP MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: MATTHEW MEHANA, NABIL MOO
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