One Shot
Godsplague Lyrics
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Bleeding, waiting for tomorrow
And when it's gonna end, oh yeah
But I can't get past tomorrow
'cos I know it's gonna mess up my head, oh no
Someone lift me up
I'm good for any war now
Just show me where to hit
Kicking the shit with another brew in my hand
Knowin' that I'll be damned, oh yeah
I'm out to find another way
Oh, who knows my whereabouts now,
Where am I?
Someone lift me up
And give me one shot
I'm good for any war now
Just show me where to hit
Someone lift me up
And give me one shot
I'm good for any war now
Just show me where to hit
[Solo]
Someone lift me up
And give me one shot
I'm good for any war now
Just show me where to hit
Someone lift me up
And give me one shot
I'm good for any war now
Just show me where to hit
The lyrics of Godsplague's One Shot express the singer's feeling of being lost, disoriented, and helpless in life. The opening lines "Bleeding, waiting for tomorrow, and when it's gonna end" suggest someone who is going through a challenging time and is uncertain about how to move forward. The line "But I can't get past tomorrow 'cos I know it's gonna mess up my head" shows that the future seems daunting and discouraging for him. The singer seems to be looking for a beacon of hope, someone to inspire him and guide him, which he sings about in the line "Someone lift me up and give me one shot." The idea of "one shot" seems to be a metaphor for a chance at redemption or a new beginning.
The chorus "I'm good for any war now, just show me where to hit" provides a glimpse into the singer's resilience, suggesting that he is willing to fight and overcome any obstacle, but he needs direction to channel his energy in the right direction. He seems to be trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and self-destruction, as hinted in the lines "Kicking the shit with another brew in my hand, knowin' that I'll be damned." The singer is aware that his actions are self-destructive but seems to be powerless to change his present circumstances.
Overall, Godsplague's One Shot is a song about the struggle to overcome one's demons and find a way to move forward despite the challenges. The song conveys a sense of hopelessness and disorientation that many people can relate to, which makes it a powerful and emotional piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
One shot!
A call to action - a plea for one opportunity to prove oneself.
Bleeding, waiting for tomorrow
Feeling wounded and anticipating the future with concern.
And when it's gonna end, oh yeah
Wondering when the current struggle will cease and better days will arrive.
But I can't get past tomorrow
Unable to focus on the future due to worries and doubts.
'cos I know it's gonna mess up my head, oh no
Acknowledging that future woes will take a mental toll and be difficult to handle.
Someone lift me up
Asking for help and support from others.
And give me one shot
Requesting one chance, one opportunity to prove oneself and overcome difficulties.
I'm good for any war now
Confident that they are now capable of handling any challenge or obstacle.
Just show me where to hit
Ready to take action, but waiting for direction and guidance.
Kicking the shit with another brew in my hand
Drinking alcohol to cope with or distract from problems.
Knowin' that I'll be damned, oh yeah
Aware that their actions may have negative consequences and that they may be judged harshly for them.
I'm out to find another way
Seeking a new path or solution to problems with renewed determination.
Oh, who knows my whereabouts now,
Reflecting on one's current condition and feeling lost or uncertain about their path forward.
Where am I?
Asking a rhetorical question, wondering where life will take them next.
[Solo]
A musical interlude with no vocals.
Contributed by Austin E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.