Juarez
GerardWay Lyrics
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I'm gonna run a little faster
I can't swim, so plug it in
Me and my heavy metal master
Down and around when the cops come down and
Down and around when the cops come down on you
Jump around to the cop-show sound
I can't swim, don't rub it in
I'm gonna run a little faster
I'm breaking
I'm running scared
I'm selling glitter for the plaster
Down and around when the cops come down and
Down and around when the cops come down on you
Jump around to the cop-show sound
Sing death to the crown, man
We got it
You got it, you got it, you got it, you got it, we got it now
I want it, I want it, I want it, I want it, I want it, I want it now
I can't swim, so plug it in
I'm gonna run a little faster
I can't swim, so plug it in
Me and my heavy, my heavy girl
Down and around when the cops come down and
Down and around when the cops come down on you
Jump around to the cop-show sound
Get straight 'cause I'm down, man
I can't swim
, don't rub it in
The song Juarez by Gerard Way is an upbeat, high-energy track that captures the feeling of being on the run from the law. The opening lines, "I can't swim, don't rub it in / I'm gonna run a little faster" are a metaphor for feeling out of one's depth and trying to keep up with the demands of the world. The singer of the song is on the run, and he's doing his best to keep one step ahead of the cops.
The heavy metal influence is evident throughout the song, with the repeated phrase "me and my heavy metal master" providing a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. The chorus, "down and around when the cops come down and / jump around to the cop-show sound / sing death to the crown, man" is a rallying cry for rebellion and defiance. The singer is not going to go quietly or meekly. Instead, he's ready to take on the establishment and fight back against the powers that be.
The final verse, "we got it / you got it now / I want it now" is a testament to the power of desire and ambition. The singer is not content to sit back and let life pass him by. He wants to take control of his destiny and make something of himself. Even if he can't swim, he's going to keep running and pushing himself harder, fueled by his heavy metal master and the promise of something more.
Overall, Juarez is a song about fighting against the odds, standing up for oneself, and never giving up. It's a message of hope and perseverance, set to a catchy beat and memorable lyrics that will stick with listeners long after the song is over.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't swim
I am incapable of staying afloat in water
Don't rub it in
Don't remind me of my inability to swim, it's already a sensitive topic
I'm gonna run a little faster
I will exert myself extra to compensate for my inability to swim
I can't swim, so plug it in
I cannot swim, but I will find other ways to cope with the situation
Me and my heavy metal master
I have a lot of experience in listening to heavy metal music, and it's been a source of comfort for me
Jump around to the cop-show sound
React to the rush of adrenaline that comes from the sound of the cop-sirens in my area
Sing death to the crown, man
Make the most of the moment and release my mental pressure by expressing my discontent towards the authority
I'm breaking
I'm mentally and physically exhausted
I'm running scared
I'm in a state of fear and anxiety
I'm selling glitter for the plaster
I'm doing something small and insignificant to cover up a bigger issue (Metaphorically selling glitter instead of fixing the wall)
We got it
We have everything under control
You got it, you got it, you got it, you got it, we got it now
We have the situation completely under control, and we will manage it together
I want it, I want it, I want it, I want it, I want it, I want it now
I am impatient and want things to go my way instantly
Get straight 'cause I'm down, man
We need to stay focused and clear-headed because I feel overwhelmed and defeated
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