King for A Day
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This is the best damn party that I've ever been to
Today I asked for a god to pour some wine in my eyes
Today I asked for someone to shake some salt in my life
Look every thing's spinning
(We're on the ground)
Never cheer before you know who's winning
You sniff the glass and let it roll around on your tongue
Let me introduce you to someone before the party is done
Someone to look to in need or in want or in war
If you give him everything, he may give you even more
Look every thing's spinning
(We're on the ground)
Never cheer before you know who's winning
(Don't make a sound)
Look every thing's spinning we're on the ground
Never cheer before you know who's winning don't make a sound
Don't make a sound
Every thing's spinning we're on the ground
Every thing's spinning we're on the ground
This is the best damn party I've been to
This is the best damn party I've been to
This is the best damn party I've been to
This is the best damn party I've been to
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
The lyrics of "King For A Day" by Faith No More express a desire for indulgence and excess, while simultaneously cautioning against getting too caught up in the moment. The image of asking for "someone to shake some salt" in life suggests a desire for stimulation, for something to make life more exciting. However, the repeated refrain of "Never cheer before you know who's winning" and "Don't make a sound" suggest a sense of caution and wariness; perhaps the singer is warning against getting too carried away with this desire for excess, or possibly just warning against a certain type of person who only wants to be around when things are good.
The introduction of a possible savior figure in the lines "Let me introduce you to someone before the party is done / Someone to look to in need or in want or in war / If you give him everything, he may give you even more" throws a new element into the mix. The suggestion that giving oneself completely to this figure could yield even more is a potentially ominous one, and raises questions about the nature of this figure and what he represents.
Overall, "King For A Day" seems to be a cautionary tale about the allure of excess and living in the moment, and the potential dangers that come with that lifestyle. The repeated refrain of "Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes" is a plea to avoid falling too deep into this mentality, and to stay aware of the consequences of one's actions.
Line by Line Meaning
It is not a good day if you are not looking good
The singer believes looking good is necessary to enjoy the day
This is the best damn party that I've ever been to
The singer is having a great time at the party
Today I asked for a god to pour some wine in my eyes
The singer is asking for divine intervention to make their day better
Today I asked for someone to shake some salt in my life
The artist is seeking someone to add some excitement or flavor to their life
Look every thing's spinning
The artist is experiencing dizziness or disorientation
(We're on the ground)
Despite the feeling of vertigo, they are physically stable
Never cheer before you know who's winning
The singer advises against celebrating prematurely
(Don't make a sound)
The artist emphasizes the need for caution to avoid jinxing a positive outcome
You sniff the glass and let it roll around on your tongue
The artist is describing tasting wine or another beverage
Let me introduce you to someone before the party is done
The artist wants to make an introduction or connection before the event ends
Someone to look to in need or in want or in war
The singer emphasizes the value of having a reliable ally in all situations
If you give him everything, he may give you even more
The artist suggests that generosity can lead to greater rewards
Don't let me die with that silly look in my eyes
The singer wants to avoid dying while looking foolish or embarrassed
Contributed by Chloe F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.