Ruby
Drug Cabin Lyrics


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I can't be no submarine
or come up and find the ocean queen
if there's a ruby in the dark of the eye
gonna make it shine

I can't fake your company
it's enough to make my whole heart bleed
you've got a story you've tried to reveal
gonna make it real, yes I am

open up your little bag
give me some of what you have
why would I try

I can't beg that's not for me
from that mother fucking bird in the tree




you said you're sorry but you've got this plan
come on get in

Overall Meaning

These lyrics from Drug Cabin's song Ruby convey a sense of longing and vulnerability, as well as an underlying determination to make things right. The singer acknowledges that they cannot be someone they are not, stating that they cannot be a submarine or find the ocean queen. This can be interpreted metaphorically, perhaps as the inability to fully understand or connect with another person. However, the singer still wants to make their partner shine, willing to do what it takes to bring out the best in them.


The second verse continues this sentiment, with the singer unable to fake their feelings for their partner. Despite this, they want to make their partner's story real, to help them reveal their true self. The theme of authenticity and honesty is present here, with the singer wanting to connect with their partner on a deeper level.


The chorus brings in the idea of giving and receiving, with the singer asking their partner to open up their "little bag" and give them some of what they have. This could be seen as a request for emotional vulnerability and honesty from their partner. The final lines of the song suggest a willingness to move forward, with the singer refusing to beg and instead inviting their partner to "come on get in." Overall, these lyrics speak to the complexities of relationships and the desire for genuine connection.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't be no submarine
I cannot hide from you or the world anymore


or come up and find the ocean queen
I cannot pursue a dream that is beyond my reach


if there's a ruby in the dark of the eye
if there is something precious and valuable that is hidden or obscured from view


gonna make it shine
I will work hard to uncover and reveal its true value


I can't fake your company
I cannot pretend to be okay with being alone


it's enough to make my whole heart bleed
it hurts me deeply to be separated from you


you've got a story you've tried to reveal
you have been open and vulnerable about your past experiences


gonna make it real, yes I am
I will do my best to understand and empathize with you


open up your little bag
share your thoughts and feelings with me


give me some of what you have
be generous with your emotions and trust me with your vulnerability


why would I try
I don't want to waste time or effort pretending to be someone I am not


I can't beg that's not for me
I am not comfortable with asking or pleading for help


from that mother fucking bird in the tree
I don't want to rely on external sources for support or guidance


you said you're sorry but you've got this plan
you have expressed regret but still have a way forward


come on get in
let's work together and make progress towards our goals




Writer(s): Marcus Congleton

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