Gameshow Host
Doomtree Lyrics

We're playing ghosts in the graveyard
We are living in a state of fear and uncertainty, akin to the game "ghosts in the graveyard".

Float
We are suspended in a state of anxiety and helplessness.

Frozen in eight bars
We are stuck in a particular situation, unable to move or progress, much like being frozen in place.

Choke
We are suffocating under pressure, unable to breathe or function properly.

Now you're hoping to make ours
Others are trying to manipulate us or take advantage of our vulnerable state.

Cry for you
Others want us to suffer and are enjoying our hardships.

If I were you I wouldn't hope
It would be unwise for others to hope to exploit or harm us when we are already in a difficult situation.

Hide
We are trying to avoid further harm or danger by staying hidden or inconspicuous.

Die
We feel as though we are figuratively dying or suffering greatly.

Hope for you
Others are hoping to benefit from our pain or vulnerability.

If I were you
It would be unwise for others to try and take advantage of us in our weakened state.

I splinter these wood teeth on a silver tongue
I am persuasive and charismatic, but also manipulative and deceitful.

Sing hymns to sinners and sit in when the dinner's done
I offer comfort and companionship to those who are troubled, and am willing to partake in their misdeeds.

Dirt on the collar
There are signs of my wrongdoing or immoral behavior that I cannot hide.

Butcher
I am responsible for causing harm or destruction.

Blood on the cuffs
There is evidence of my misdeeds that cannot be hidden.

My good foot's in a grave
I am in a bad or potentially fatal situation.

The other one's a leg up
I still have some hope or advantage in the situation.

No lady o' luck
I am not relying on luck to improve my situation, but rather on careful planning and manipulation.

I ain't stuck in her "lap of luxury"
I do not rely on wealth or comfort to improve my situation or happiness.

No fast tracks or slow ones either
I am not waiting for or relying on any particular opportunity or event to improve my current situation.

Detached from suffering
I am able to remain emotionally distant or uninvolved in the harm caused by my actions.

The mask is under me like the past is under me
I am haunted by my past actions and mistakes, though I try to hide or deny them.

My own conscience will be the first and last thing to fuck with me
I am aware of my own wrongdoing and will suffer the consequences of my actions, both now and in the future.

The Boy met the Man and the ways of the World
I have gained experience and knowledge through difficult experiences and interactions with difficult people.

Ain't it a peach?
The situation I am in is frustrating and difficult, but also ironic or amusing in some way.

Nah, dig deep, it's a pearl
Despite the difficulty of the situation, there is still value or wisdom to be gained from it.

Sold on solitude like my soul is solid gold
I value my independence and prefer to be alone, as I believe it will ultimately benefit me.

We told them soldiers to hold
The people in charge have been instructed to wait or not take action until further notice.

But never showed 'em a common goal
Despite the instruction to wait, there is no clear or shared objective or purpose to be achieved.

Don't follow robots in a suit and tie
It is unwise to blindly follow authority figures or those who are only concerned with their own success and power.

And don't trust robots on a soapbox with a "SHOOT ME" sign
It is unwise to trust those who seem dangerously or recklessly involved in a particular cause or movement.

I see they drew the line
There is a clear boundary or delineation between different groups or individuals in the situation.

Bang bang
The situation has escalated to violence or danger.

I walk it like Cash and all you do is divide
I am cool and collected under pressure, while others seem to only cause further conflict and separation.

So I see you've got your war paint
I see that you are ready for conflict or confrontation.

All suited up
You are dressed for battle or struggle.

Shoot 'em up
You are ready and willing to use violence or force to achieve your objectives.

You drill it until the core breaks
You are so focused on a particular goal that you are willing to disregard or harm others to achieve it.

Chew 'em up, use it up, then you move the rub
You consume and discard others to satisfy your own needs, without concern for the harm caused or the waste created.

So leave 'em like the people in your life
You are willing to abandon or ignore those who are no longer useful or beneficial to you.

The Desert Eagle is your life
You are driven by violence and aggression, which has become a central part of your identity.

Your pride drives drove you to nowhere
Your stubbornness and arrogance have caused you to fail or struggle despite your efforts.

Now you're stuck, feathers ruffled in the cold air
You are now in a difficult or uncomfortable situation, where you must deal with the consequences of your actions.

Another scuffle
You are used to conflict or violence, and may even seek it out unnecessarily.

Bad company
You surround yourself with negative influences or people who encourage your destructive behavior.

Can't cut it clean so use the hollow tips
You are unable or unwilling to handle a situation in a rational or peaceful manner, and resort to harmful means instead.

Pass the poison and swallow it with glass
You continue to harm yourself and others, even when it is clear that it is detrimental to your well-being.

Followed with a laugh for all the holograms that passed as real
You mock or belittle those who you see as inferior or not worthwhile, despite the harm you have caused yourself and others.

Now all that solid land has got a plastic feel
You feel disconnected and unsatisfied with your current situation, despite your previous efforts to control and manipulate it.

So take another drag of the smoking gun and bolt
You continue to engage in harmful behavior, refusing to acknowledge or change your ways.

Your story's fabricated though you spoke it under oath
You have lied or deceived others, even under the guise of honesty or authenticity.

Twenty-five
I am a 25-year-old person.

Medium well-rounded with a working man's halo
I am an average person, with some degree of skill or proficiency in my chosen field or craft.

I served five years in the circus
I have had some unusual or unique experiences in my life that I may draw on for inspiration or reference.

And I'm about to land pay-roll
I am about to receive payment or compensation for my work, which is a source of relief or satisfaction.

But some swear I'm hell-bound
Some people see me as a sinful or immoral person, who will suffer eternal damnation or punishment.

Along with the serpent and the rainbow
I am associated with dark or magical elements or beings, often seen as signs of evil or corruption.

But I ain't working for the devil
I am not part of an evil or malicious plot or plan, despite others' suspicions or accusations.

Or searching for no angel
I am not looking for a savior or divine intervention to improve my situation, but rather relying on my own hard work and determination.

I'm working all the angles in this book of human languages
I am proficient in understanding and taking advantage of the complexities and nuances of human interaction and communication.

I let the world I know graze the lips of that palm reader
I am willing to allow others to see or understand my true self, even if it means exposing my vulnerabilities or insecurities.

She's calling me the crying uncle
Others see me as weak or vulnerable, especially in comparison to those who are more confident or powerful.

Saying I'm so blind that I'd cuddle
Others see me as naive or foolish, willing to become close to those who may ultimately betray or harm me.

With a serial time-killer who leaves her victims with a sign of struggle
I may become involved with those who are dangerous or abusive, despite the harm it may cause myself or others.

I might get shuffled in to that haunted house of cards
I may become involved in complicated or difficult situations, akin to a deck of cards that is hard to navigate or understand.

But I'll just sit there
I am willing to be patient and observe, rather than rush into a situation or make a rash decision.

Playing with the queen of hearts
I am confident in my own abilities and skills, even when dealing with those who are powerful or influential.

It's no different than being in a crowded bar
Dealing with difficult or complex situations is a part of everyday life, much like being in a busy or chaotic environment.

Saying "you play the wounded fish, and I'll be the shark"
Others may see me as weak or vulnerable, but I am confident in my own ability to navigate difficult situations and take advantage of others' weaknesses or vulnerabilities.

Alligator
I may be aggressive or predatory in certain situations or with certain people.

Half man
I have both strengths and weaknesses, and am not entirely confident or secure in myself at all times.

Getting back to nature with an eight-track Tascam
I am returning to more simple or natural methods or processes, whether in terms of music or other aspects of my life.

Task at hand
I am focused on the immediate task or challenge before me, and am working diligently to achieve it.

I mean flask-in-hand
I may be relying on alcohol or other vices to cope with the stresses or difficulties in my life.

Leaving one set of tracks in the sand
I am committed to my own path and direction, even if it means leaving behind others or ignoring their advice or opinions.

And no tracks in my arms
I am not addicted to or reliant on drugs or other harmful substances to cope with my life or problems.