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Justin Levy – Keyboards, Vocals
Dave Rogoza – Guitar
Dan Vellucci - Drums
Scott Hesel – Bass
Courtney Hastings - Violin, Keyboards
Nathan Royer - Horns, Percussion
Regular People
Eureka Birds Lyrics
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You should be down here with us
Regular people
Don't you put this on me
You're not my
Not my spokesman
aaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
I think it's time to get out
All the world is waiting waiting
It's gonna torture you so!
Kicked off of
Off the kings throne!
aaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
It's not the end
It's not the end
Long as I can see the sun
The song "Regular People" by Eureka Birds is a commentary on social class and the expectations that come with it. The first verse speaks directly to someone who is perceived as being above the rest, asking why they are not mingling with "regular people" instead of isolating themselves from the rest of society. The phrase "regular people" is used sarcastically, as if to say that there are some who are above the status quo. The second line, "Don't you put this on me," suggests that this person may be trying to assign some sort of role or responsibility to the singer. The singer, however, sees through this façade and rejects the notion that anyone has the right to speak for them.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the need for action, that it's time to "get out." The world is waiting, and the only thing that will come from inaction is torture. The line "Kicked off of off the king's throne" refers to the idea of a king, or someone with absolute power, being dethroned. This is a symbol for the breakdown of the social hierarchy and a rejection of the notion that some are better than others. In the final chorus, the song becomes more positive, explaining that even though it may seem like the end, as long as there is sunlight there is still hope.
Overall, "Regular People" is a call for social change and equality. It highlights the struggles of those who are perceived as being beneath others and the need for action in order to make a difference.
Line by Line Meaning
What are you doing up there?
Asking why the person is not among the people at a lowly status.
You should be down here with us
Implying that the person is not at the same level with the rest of the people.
Regular people
Classifying a certain group of individuals based on their social status.
Don't you put this on me
Refusing to take any sort of responsibility or blame for the situation.
You're not my
Asserting that there is no personal connection or loyalty or obligation.
Not my spokesman
Refusing to be held accountable for something or to be seen as representing someone's views.
aaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
An expression of frustration, despair, or confusion.
I think it's time to get out
Suggesting that it's better to leave the situation or the group.
All the world is waiting waiting
Imagining the entire world as if waiting to see what happens next.
It's gonna torture you so!
Implying that something terrible is about to happen or that there would be consequences.
Kicked off of
Removed forcefully from a position.
Off the kings throne!
Indicating that someone is no longer in a position of authority or power.
aaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
An expression of a mix of emotions such as helplessness, frustration, or defeat.
It's not the end
Suggesting that there is still hope or that things are not yet final.
It's not the end
Repeating the previous line maybe to reinforce its message.
Long as I can see the sun
As long as it's still possible to have hope, then the situation is not hopeless.
Contributed by Jayden A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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