Cold
Flapjack Lyrics
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Your face is pale - You're out of order
Your eyes are closed - The clock's not tickin'
You're cold - You're out of order
He kills without a wink
… and We pray for freedom
… and We pray for juistice
Possible interpretation:
The lyrics of Flapjack's song "Cold" depict a conversation with someone who is dying or dead, possibly a victim of violence. The opening lines suggest that the situation is beyond rescue or negotiation, as the game is over and the clock is not tickin', implying that time has run out and no more moves can be made. The person's physical state is described as pale and cold, indicating a lack of blood flow or warmth, which could represent the loss of life or feeling. The repetition of "you're out of order" could convey a sense of injustice or chaos, as if the person has been wronged or disrupted by external forces beyond their control. The contrast between the non-functioning clock and the closed eyes could suggest a metaphorical timelessness or closure, as if the person is now beyond the bounds of temporal existence.
The following lines introduce a new character, who is described as a killer without remorse or hesitation, and whose actions have prompted a prayer for freedom and justice. The use of "we" implies a collective response, as if the singer represents a community or a broader social context that seeks redress or accountability. The repetition of "pray" could also indicate a plea for mercy or intervention, as if the situation is so dire that only a higher power can intervene. Overall, the song conveys a sense of loss, violence, and despair, yet also suggests a glimmer of hope or resilience through the act of praying for justice.
Line by Line Meaning
Game is over - The clock's not tickin'
The time for playing around is done, but you have yet to realize that the clock, which marks the passage of time, is no longer ticking.
Your face is pale - You're out of order
Your pallid face indicates that something is wrong, and you are behaving in a way that is inappropriate or not according to the expected protocols.
Your eyes are closed - The clock's not tickin'
You seem to be shutting yourself off from the world around you, while the clock that measures time for the rest of us has stopped.
You're cold - You're out of order
You have become cold and distant towards others, and your behavior is no longer suitable or proper.
He kills without a wink
Someone is taking lives without showing any remorse, hesitation, or emotional response.
... and We pray for freedom
Despite facing oppression, we continue to hope and pray for the freedom to live our lives in peace and harmony.
... and We pray for justice
We seek fairness and righteousness, especially in situations where wrongs have been committed and need to be made right.
Contributed by Liam R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
dombek2007
Odświeżam... Właśnie na nowo odkrywam tę płytę podarowaną mi przez kolegę - realizatora, kompozytora i pomysłodawcę większości dźwięków... Płyta zdecydowanie wyprzedza swoje czasy...
Adam S
Pierwszy raz usłyszana
Adam S
... I już nie do od wysłuchania ( raz na tydzień. Zawsze w niedzielę?)
Jeremita
oj tak, wyprzedzala!
nothinman
Genialne !! 🔥🔥
bikiniarz1
Ta płyta to niezla psychodela . I tak zajebista jak każdy Ich album . Szacun! Jestem '83
Robert
Pamiętam ten album. Po dziś dzień - jak dla mnie - jedno z najlepszych dzieł muzycznych. '97 o ile dobrze pamiętam. Na kasecie miałem.
Piotr Wojcieszkiewicz
Same here!
Pawel Krakowiak
Slimi...Nikt inny, żaden perkusista, nigdy nie zagrał Tak jak Maciej Takiego schematu
Dm3qXY
First piece of music i encountered to use such amount of discordant notes an still make sense, i keep coming back...