The Bait
Electric Guest Lyrics

Its all coming back to me today
Memories from the past are resurfacing today.

All of the bait
All the temptations and distractions that have lured him in before.

The god of email wants me to stay
The demands of work and technology are urging him to remain connected and productive.

I should obey
He feels obligated to follow through with these responsibilities, though he may not want to.

My father told me 'Go for the pay' (go for the pay, oh no)
His dad encouraged him to prioritize financial gain over personal fulfillment.

But god knows I just want to escape
Despite external pressures, he desires to distance himself from these demands and obligations.

All of the wait
The time spent anticipating something desirable, but not yet received.

The more that I want what they tell me
The more he is influenced by societal and cultural expectations of success and happiness.

The more I can see
In becoming more attuned to outside expectations, he realizes how they are shaping his actions and desires.

Becoming a fool was half the fee
He recognizes that making mistakes and feeling foolish can come at a cost, but may also be necessary for growth.

Ugly indeed
Consequences of his actions or inner turmoil associated with these struggles may be unpleasant or difficult to bear.

Why can't we find home?
He questions why he and others struggle to find a sense of belonging or contentment.

Wandering on our own, we'll never have to know, oh
He speculates that pursuing solo endeavors may prevent oneself from finding answers or experiencing growth.

But we're still searching for home, oh
Although this search may be difficult, people continue striving to find a sense of purpose or belonging.

And when it comes I know we'll never feel alone, oh, ooh
When this ultimately occurs, the fulfillment and belonging experienced may prevent feelings of isolation or loneliness.

I've seen everything pass through this town
He has witnessed the transience of events and people through his experiences in a particular location.

All of the new
All of the different experiences and changes that have occurred in his environment over time.

The luckiest kids wearing the crown
Those who appear to be successful and content, often have little awareness of the challenges faced by others.

Don't have a clue
Indicating a lack of understanding or insight into the struggles faced by those outside their sphere.

My mother knew it could get me down (layin' around, oh no)
His mom understood that idleness or inactivity could lead to feelings of depression or listlessness.

Left me to wonder who'd allow
He is questioning who is ultimately responsible for influencing his life choices.

The 'why' in the 'how'
He is seeking to understand the reasons or motivations that underlie why someone chooses to live their life in a certain way.

Woo they gun it down
This may signify a sense of finality or defeat, or a desire to escape the pressures of societal expectations.

They gun it, they
Possibly alluding to the fast-paced nature of modern life, and the pressure to constantly strive for success and accomplishment.