Civilian Stripes
Divine Fits Lyrics


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Go and do what you want
You know you can always leave
When the curtain drops
And you get it right, right, right
So is it good
Is it really good
The quite life
Early in the night
You went walking in your new civilian stripes

So is it good
Is it really good
The quite life
Early in the night
You went walking in your new civilian strops

So is it good
Is it really good
Uh huh
Is it good
Is it really good
The quite life
You were looking fine

When you went walking in your new civilian stripes




You went walking in your new civilian stripes
You went walking in your new civilian stripes

Overall Meaning

The song "Civilian Stripes" by Divine Fits talks about the desire to live a quiet life and the possibility of leaving everything behind. The lyrics suggest that the singer has a choice to do what they want and they can always leave if they want to. The line "when the curtain drops and you get it right" implies that the singer has been waiting for a chance to break free and to finally do something they have been wanting to do for a long time. The repetition of "is it good, is it really good" suggests that the singer is questioning the decision they have made and is wondering if it is worth it.


The phrase "civilian stripes" can have several interpretations. It could refer to a new phase in life where the singer is transitioning into a more civilian lifestyle. It could also refer to a new identity the singer has adopted, away from their previous life. The singer is seen walking in these new stripes, looking fine, and enjoying the quiet life.


Overall, the song describes the need for change and the possibility of starting anew. It talks about the temptations and fears that come with change while questioning the value of the decision.


Line by Line Meaning

Go and do what you want
Do whatever you want, you have the freedom to choose.


You know you can always leave
You always have the option of walking away from something that’s not working for you.


When the curtain drops
When the show’s over, when the performance ends.


And you get it right, right, right
When you achieve or succeed in something, it feels great and very satisfying.


So is it good
Is it really satisfactory, as expected or desired?


The quiet life
A peaceful and uneventful lifestyle, without much social interaction or excitement.


Early in the night
At the beginning of the night, when things are still starting up.


You went walking in your new civilian stripes
You took a stroll wearing your freshly acquired, ordinary-looking clothes.


Uh huh
A casual expression of agreement or acknowledgement.


You were looking fine
You looked attractive, elegant.


You went walking in your new civilian stripes
You enjoyed a leisurely walk in your new, simple clothes.


You went walking in your new civilian stripes
You strolled around comfortably and confidently in your new, casual attire.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DAN BOECKNER

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Comments from YouTube:

Cristiane Kereski

muito bom

oxygesic

Is it good ?....it is really good!

Karly G

singer looks a little like dark-hair era iggy pop

Machiventa

yep, too bad for you.