A Jingle for the Product
Dillinger Four Lyrics
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Ready to crush opposition
And there were times when we lied like thieves in disguise
And I'm remembering those times too
We never had a chance but we made our plans 'til they were blown apart
We watched it all crash around our feet and man it broke my heart
We took it day by day and never thought for once those days were gonna end
Accidents or accusations I got my fucking reasons
And even hearts of gold can overload
When they've lost what they believed in
When the seams start to come apart
In this frustration we find our salvation
I've fallen flat on my face more than once in this race
It didn't stop me from trying
I did my best at least but I get no peace
When I'm holding the shortest straw
We never had a chance but we made our plans 'til they were blown apart
We watched it all crash around our feet and man it broke my heart
We took it day by day and never thought for once those days were gonna end
I got what I wanted when I think about it but I miss my friends
Accidents or accusations I got my fucking reasons
And even hearts of gold can overload
When they've lost what they believed in
When the seams start to come apart
In this frustration we find our salvation [x3]
Separate everyday a little more from the things we start
Well I won't forget my part [x2]
In the end what you want is much different from what you choose
Yeah, it's bigger than me and you
It's bigger than me and, than me and you
The lyrics of Dillinger Four's song A Jingle for the Product are about looking back on past times and experiences, both good and bad. The song touches on themes such as the feeling of powerlessness despite making plans, the effects of betrayal and lies, and the difficulty of letting go of lost friendships. The opening lines talk about how there were times when the band was ready to fight anyone who opposed them but also times when they had to resort to deceit. The lyrics also explore the heartbreak of watching carefully laid plans being blown apart and the bittersweet nostalgia of looking back on old friends and missed opportunities.
The song's chorus centers around the idea that things don't always go according to plan, and sometimes they fall apart, which is a painful experience. The band members acknowledge that they got what they wanted, but they still miss the friends and experiences they had in the past. The lyrics suggest that life is unpredictable, and sometimes we can't control the way things turn out.
Overall, A Jingle for the Product is a reflective and honest song about life's ups and downs. The lyrics are relatable and emotionally charged, making it a popular track among fans of punk rock.
Line by Line Meaning
There were times when we raised our fits to the world
Sometimes we would vigorously fight against anything that opposed us
Ready to crush opposition
Our mindset was set on overpowering anything that would try to stop us
And there were times when we lied like thieves in disguise
We would often deceive people without them realizing it
And I'm remembering those times too
I haven't forgotten these moments in our past
We never had a chance but we made our plans 'til they were blown apart
Despite the odds being against us, we kept working towards our objectives until they fell apart
We watched it all crash around our feet and man it broke my heart
Everything we worked towards came tumbling down and it was devastating to witness
We took it day by day and never thought for once those days were gonna end
We lived in the moment and never considered that things could eventually fall apart
I got what I wanted when I think about it but I miss my friends
We achieved what we set out to do, but looking back, I realize that I miss the camaraderie we shared
Accidents or accusations I got my fucking reasons
I had reasons for everything that went wrong, whether it was my fault or not
And even hearts of gold can overload
Even the kindest of people can become overwhelmed
When they've lost what they believed in
When something they held onto dearly disappears
When the seams start to come apart
When things begin to unravel
In this frustration we find our salvation
We can often find solace in our disappointment and frustration
I've fallen flat on my face more than once in this race
I've failed multiple times in my attempts to succeed
It didn't stop me from trying
Regardless of the many failures, I still kept pushing forward
I did my best at least but I get no peace
I know that I gave it my all, but I still have no peace with the outcome
When I'm holding the shortest straw
When I draw the losing hand
Separate everyday a little more from the things we start
Every day, we move further away from the things we set out to accomplish
Well I won't forget my part [x2]
I won't forget my contribution to our past endeavors
In the end what you want is much different from what you choose
Often, what we desire in the end is not what we choose in the present moment
Yeah, it's bigger than me and you
Our situation goes far beyond just us and our personal desires
It's bigger than me and, than me and you
The situation affects more than just us two individuals
Contributed by Jayce K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Robert McDowell
Never really listened to D4 until this album came out. Still love it! They need some new material. It's been too long!
Mike Holmes
This is the catchiest song I have ever heard.
Michael Andrews
Even hearts of gold can overload when then lost what they believe in. when the seams start to come apart in this frustration we found our salvation. such good lyrics.
MollyonMolly
Thanks for uploading this.
Brandon Happy
what song follows this on the album?
Steven Lefrançois
love the songs from Civilwar but the beginnings are ruinning em :/