Honey
Drugdealer Lyrics
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And you don't have to hear the sound, to feel the burn.
Well I get up and down and very close to people's lives.
You've got some things you can't erase, honey I've got mine.
I know that you want to be seen, and to be hear, oh to be loved its not a crime.
Money is the root of the game, what you stand to gain, but everybody's gonna lose their heads.
And take their love and make it burn, for you instead
Well I get so inspired, and you know just what thats worth.
Most people know just what they want, but can't make it work.
I know that you want to be free, and to be wild, oh to be hugged just like a child.
Money is the root of the game, the problem with fame, because everybody's gonna lose their edge.
The song "Honey" by Drugdealer and Weyes Blood is a poignant exploration of the consequences of fame and fortune. The opening lines express the isolation and vulnerability that inevitably comes with being a public figure. The singer acknowledges that when they're not around, people have free reign to talk about them, and even though they may not hear the hurtful things being said, they still feel the sting. The second verse delves deeper into the allure of fame, highlighting the fact that many people desire to be seen, heard, and loved. However, the cost of this desire can often be steep, as money and fame are often fleeting and come with a high price tag.
The chorus grapples with the contradictory nature of fame, suggesting that it's both a blessing and a curse. The subject of the song possesses a "magic smile" that draws people in and inspires them, but at the same time, the constant attention and pressure to maintain their image can be overwhelming. The song's final verses offer a glimmer of hope, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself and finding a sense of freedom in the midst of a world that can be both exhilarating and suffocating.
Overall, "Honey" is a moving and perceptive commentary on the pitfalls and complexities of life in the spotlight. It highlights the tension between seeking external validation and finding internal fulfillment, and showcases the emotional toll that fame can take on those who pursue it.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're not around, well people have their way with words,
People talk behind your back when you're not there to defend yourself.
And you don't have to hear the sound, to feel the burn.
Words can hurt even if you don't directly hear them.
Well I get up and down and very close to people's lives.
The singer is involved in people's lives in a deep way.
You've got some things you can't erase, honey I've got mine.
Both the artist and the subject of the song have things in their past that they can't change.
I know that you want to be seen, and to be hear, oh to be loved its not a crime.
The subject wants attention and affection, which is a natural desire.
Money is the root of the game, what you stand to gain, but everybody's gonna lose their heads.
The pursuit of money can drive people to do foolish things and cause chaos.
You've got the magic smile, that makes people turn their heads,
The subject has an attractive smile that catches people's attention.
And take their love and make it burn, for you instead
The subject has a way of making people fall in love with them.
Well I get so inspired, and you know just what thats worth.
The subject inspires the artist in some way.
Most people know just what they want, but can't make it work.
Many people have desires but struggle to achieve them.
I know that you want to be free, and to be wild, oh to be hugged just like a child.
The subject wants to be carefree and loved unconditionally.
Money is the root of the game, the problem with fame, because everybody's gonna lose their edge.
Fame and money can have negative effects on a person's character and ability to perform.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MICHAEL COLLINS, NATALIE MERING
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@angeld.drecco4830
When you're not around, your people have their way with words
And you don’t have to hear the sound to feel the burn
Well, I get up and down
And very close to people's lives
You've got some things you can erase
Honey, I’ve got mine
I know that you want to be seen
And to be heard
Oh, to be loved, it's not a crime 😔
Money is the root of the game
What you stand to gain
But everybody's gonna lose their heads
You got the magic smile
Makes people turn their heads
And take their love and make it burn for you instead
Well, I get so inspired
And you know just how much that's worth
Most people know just what they want, but can't make it work
I know that you want to be free
And to be wild
Oh, to be hugged just like a child 😞
Money is the root of the game
The problem with fame
Is everyone going to lose their edge
@mmmmmm-qi8pu
When you're not around, your people have their way with words
And you don't have to hear the sound to feel the burn
Well, I get up and down
And very close to people's lives
You've got some things you can erase
Honey, I've got mine
I know that you want to be seen
And to be heard
Oh, to be loved, it's not a crime
Money is the root of the game
What you stand to gain
But everybody's gonna lose their heads
You've got the magic smile
Makes people turn their heads
And take their love and make it burn for you instead
Well, I get so inspired
And you know just what that's worth
Most people know just what they want, but can't make it work
I know that you want to be free
And to be wild
Oh, to be hugged just like a child
Money is the root of the game
The problem with fame
Is everybody going to lose their edge
@steve_bal4
That's a very George Harrison-esque guitar flavouring.
@kidwaryodproduction
Love when the music can link to many past and present artists. And anyone can created the wonderful playlist. 🙂❤
@jaysonwilson2697
Kind of a hopeful dread IMO. I can definitely hear that.
@Negative1_1
Who else just listens to this song on repeat?
@the_zest3849
oh shit...yeah
@cidaschwatzer7542
Yeah!!!!
@panthea9981
Pictures of you is my “on repeat” at the moment
But I’m new, I’ve only just found these guys 2 days ago 😅 LOVE these guys!
That 60’s / 70’s vibe is magic
@goodreason6462
Drugdealer + Weyes Blood = YES. YES. YES.
@TCC0013
MK ULTRA
@drugdealer4357
Yo Dude What's up you call My name...
I'm just joking I didn't know someone took my name.