Call Me Francis
Francis Sage Lyrics
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If I'm alive by the time you find this, it's a miracle
What else can be said, a vision quest with infrared
I'm at a dead end, I bled slow
From my chest, held my breath and did my mess and never let go
I lived a good life, I never had half-compromise a thing
And if I couldn't write, I'd think of other ways to optimize my living
Hand over fist to withhold this info from the bankers
Don't know my neighbors, didn't take a village to raise me
Small-town mentality types thinkin' I'm crazy
I ain't as weird as they paint me
Off color, I'm more gutter, punk, and ritzy
More glitz and glamor than others
Motherfuckers left me lonely in this designated corner
Had a couple walls that build upon, they made me a performer
Now shade me from the warmer weather
Save me from the slaughterhouse
That creeps between the pages where I try to hide my awful mouth
Speak discretely to the sheets that seem to be hollow
Punched a ladder full of holes, just for my swollen feet to follow
Support me all you want, don't let me drop a field of land
I'm not going to stop until God is my ceilin' fan
Spare the lamb, save me from my former-self
That creeps between the pages as the line across and locks my self
Now this is my box, these are my walls
This is when time stops and I'm all that there ever was
And I'm all there ever is and I'm all that there ever will be
A freeze frame pine box soliloquy… Call me FRANCOIS
[Hook:]
Call Me Francois (call call call me francois)
(Call call call me francois)
Take what you can; leave what you must
Because y'all comin with us, (motherfucker you comin' with us)
Fill your bags with the rags that you wear and their necessities
Along with the dog-tags and family recipes
Rest in peace, if you arrest the pace, movin' haste
God-speed you black empress, get dressed, we're late
She painted my head orange, carved my face with her tongue
Emptied out my insides and lit the candle behind my eyes
Had the strike of twelve to midnight, winter queen
Left with my life rival in a white limousine
When he made her dress twirl, it looked like a mushroom cloud
Everybody ducked down except for me, that's my destiny
He used a broken condom as a corsage
I watched him push the rusty pin through her prom dress into her heart
Kill me already; fill me with confetti
Crush me up and sprinkle me over their wedding and her pregnant belly
I wasn't ready to suppress these memories, undress the mam', O' Reese
Forget the family, streamline the enemy, design the penalty
Cruel and unusual, commit the felony, unfit for prison duty
No man's an Island, except for Island man; he's a ROCK STAR!
No man's an Island, except for Island man; he's a ROCK!
[Hook]
The first line of the lyrics, "Today, my mother killed me" is a metaphorical representation of the singer experiencing some sort of rebirth or transformative experience. The following lines hint towards this, talking about a "vision quest" and bleeding "slow from the chest". The use of the past tense "lived" points towards the singer's old self dying and starting a new life. The lines "no wife, no kids, no anchors" show the singer breaking free from societal norms and starting anew as an individual. The idea of "withholding info from the bankers" reinforces the theme of liberation from capitalist society. However, the singer still feels isolated and misunderstood, as shown by the lines "small-town mentality types thinkin' I'm crazy" and "motherfuckers left me lonely in this designated corner".
As the song progresses, the singer's rebirth becomes more evident. The lines "now this is my box, these are my walls, this is when time stops and I'm all that there ever was" signify the singer finding solitude and peace with their newfound identity. However, the last verse brings the audience back to reality, showing that the singer's past is still haunting them. The lines "he used a broken condom as a corsage, I watched him push the rusty pin through her prom dress into her heart" describe a violent and traumatic event that the singer witnessed. The final line, "No man's an Island, except for Island man; he's a ROCK STAR!" reveals that the singer is still struggling with their past but has found strength in their new identity.
Overall, the song is about finding oneself in a society that tries to mold individuals into a standardized version of themselves. The singer overcomes societal norms and finds liberation but is still struggling to come to terms with their past.
Line by Line Meaning
If I'm alive by the time you find this, it's a miracle
I am in a dangerous situation and it is likely I won't survive
What else can be said, a vision quest with infrared
I am searching for a deeper meaning in life
I'm at a dead end, I bled slow
I am stuck in my life and slowly deteriorating
From my chest, held my breath and did my mess and never let go
I faced my struggles head-on and never backed down
I lived a good life, I never had half-compromise a thing
I have lived my life with integrity and without compromise
And if I couldn't write, I'd think of other ways to optimize my living
I am resourceful and would find a way to succeed regardless of my circumstances
No wife, no kids, no anchors
I have no attachments or dependencies in my life
Hand over fist to withhold this info from the bankers
I am trying to protect myself financially
Don't know my neighbors, didn't take a village to raise me
I am not a product of my surroundings
Small-town mentality types thinkin' I'm crazy
I don't fit in with the people around me
I ain't as weird as they paint me
People misunderstand me
Off color, I'm more gutter, punk, and ritzy
I am a nonconformist who values both grit and luxury
More glitz and glamor than others
I have a unique sense of style and aesthetic
Motherfuckers left me lonely in this designated corner
People have abandoned me in a difficult situation
Had a couple walls that build upon, they made me a performer
I have learned to put on a show and perform for others to hide my true self
Now shade me from the warmer weather
I need protection and comfort in difficult times
Save me from the slaughterhouse
I am in danger and need rescue
That creeps between the pages where I try to hide my awful mouth
I am struggling to express myself and my true feelings
Speak discretely to the sheets that seem to be hollow
I find solace in writing and expressing myself through words
Punched a ladder full of holes, just for my swollen feet to follow
I have struggled and fought to overcome obstacles in my life
Support me all you want, don't let me drop a field of land
I need support and help to avoid a catastrophic failure
I'm not going to stop until God is my ceilin' fan
I will continue to strive for success and comfort in life
Spare the lamb, save me from my former-self
I am asking for help to overcome my past mistakes and flaws
That creeps between the pages as the line across and locks my self
My doubts and insecurities are holding me back
Now this is my box, these are my walls
I am trapped and confined by my circumstances
This is when time stops and I'm all that there ever was
I am reflecting on my life and the person I have become
And I'm all there ever is and I'm all that there ever will be
I am accepting of myself, flaws and all
A freeze frame pine box soliloquy… Call me FRANCOIS
This is a moment of introspection on who I am, and I am Francis
Fill your bags with the rags that you wear and their necessities
Prepare for the journey ahead, take only what is necessary
Along with the dog-tags and family recipes
Take the things that are most important to you and represent your family
Rest in peace, if you arrest the pace, movin' haste
Take care of yourself and don't rush into things
God-speed you black empress, get dressed, we're late
We need to hurry and get going, but take care of yourself in the process
She painted my head orange, carved my face with her tongue
I was deeply influenced by a woman in my life
Emptied out my insides and lit the candle behind my eyes
She opened me up emotionally and helped me find my true self
Had the strike of twelve to midnight, winter queen
Our time together was brief and fleeting
Left with my life rival in a white limousine
She moved on with someone else, and it was difficult for me
When he made her dress twirl, it looked like a mushroom cloud
Their relationship was intense and explosive
Everybody ducked down except for me, that's my destiny
I am strong enough to handle the challenges and risks of life
He used a broken condom as a corsage
This person is reckless and irresponsible
I watched him push the rusty pin through her prom dress into her heart
This person is dangerous and causing harm to others
Kill me already; fill me with confetti
I am asking for a quick and painless death
Crush me up and sprinkle me over their wedding and her pregnant belly
I am embracing the idea of death and letting go of attachments
I wasn't ready to suppress these memories, undress the mam', O' Reese
I am struggling to cope with past memories and experiences
Forget the family, streamline the enemy, design the penalty
I am focused on my own growth and success, even if it means hurting those closest to me
Cruel and unusual, commit the felony, unfit for prison duty
I am acknowledging the wrongs I have committed and the consequences I may face
No man's an Island, except for Island man; he's a ROCK STAR!
I am unique and stand out among others, even when I am alone
Call Me Francois (call call call me francois)
This is who I am, and I am embracing it
(Call call call me francois)
I am calling out to others to see me for who I truly am
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: MILES BONNY, SAGE FRANCIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DrDem420
Sage is still being slept on...he deserves wayyy more album sales and show bookings.
@macreuben
92 views no effing way sage is a ROCK STAR... thanks for posting I couldn't find this anywhere
@cmnndr987
not sure about the status of the video(unlisted, listed etc.) but uploaders channel is dead soooo 🤣
@coma-cody
Godspeed You black Empress-get dressed; we're late..
@kaitxcore
I looked for this everywhere. You are the only one.
@WezNutz
thank god you are the only one to have this video
@Potleafeon
2 people are Island Men; they're rockstars.
@BVLLOU
Awesome. This is my new theme song ;)
@onethatisunosolo
yesssss
@chrisjaneka6489
tight