Apple Pie
Goon Moon Lyrics
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See the clouds, the setting sun
Feel the breeze blow through your hair
Dream of me and I'll be there
Count the sheep above your head
The end is near, we are the dead
Smell the lillies, drink the wine
Bake the children in the pies (be yourself, be nice)
Sip the tea, watch your demise (be nice)
Tip your hat, don't be ashamed (be yourself, be nice)
We're all afraid
Read the broken book backwards
Greet the breeders with false words
Taste the sulfur on your tongue
Weep the willow, pierce the lung
Spread the jelly, break the bread
Stitch the evil mark with red
Stare the bulldog in the eye
Listen to the mother's lie
Bake the children in the pies (be yourself, be nice)
Sip the tea, watch your demise (be nice)
Tip your hat, don't be ashamed (be yourself, be nice)
We're all afraid
Scratch the pedals, pull the cord
Search the meadow for the lord
Throw the brothers in a pile
Rest the wicked for awhile
Fish the foul and dunk the lead
Plant the roses in her head
Slice the pig and kill the rich
Toss the sisters in the ditch
Bake the children in the pies (be yourself, be nice)
Sip the tea, watch your demise (be nice)
Tip your hat, don't be ashamed (be yourself, be nice)
We're all afraid
Be yourself, be nice
Be nice
Be yourself, be nice
The lyrics of Goon Moon's "Apple Pie" can be interpreted in a variety of ways. One possible interpretation is that the song is a commentary on the darkness that can lurk beneath the surface of seemingly idyllic settings. The first stanza sets a pleasant scene, with birds singing, clouds and sunsets, and a gentle breeze. However, the second stanza takes a darker turn with a reference to death and the need to dispose of bodies. The rest of the song similarly combines pleasant imagery with disturbing themes such as baking children into pies, killing the rich, and throwing sisters in ditches. The repeated refrain of "be yourself, be nice" takes on a sinister tone in this context, suggesting that perhaps being "nice" is not always enough to avoid being consumed by the darker aspects of human nature.
Another possible interpretation of the song is that it is a meditation on mortality and the need to find meaning in life. The repeated references to death and dying throughout the song underscore the inevitability of our eventual demise. However, the song also seems to suggest that there is a certain beauty and wonder to be found in the world around us, even in the face of death. Perhaps the message of the song is that we should strive to appreciate the beauty and goodness in life while we can, but also confront the reality of our own mortality.
Overall, "Apple Pie" is a complex and enigmatic song that invites multiple interpretations. It can be seen as both a warning about the dangers of complacency and a celebration of the beauty and meaning that can be found in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Hear the sparrow, sing the song
Listen to nature's voice
See the clouds, the setting sun
Observe the beauty of day's end
Feel the breeze blow through your hair
Experience life's little pleasures
Dream of me and I'll be there
Hope and desire keep me alive
Count the sheep above your head
Relax yourself to sleep
The end is near, we are the dead
Mortality is inevitable
Smell the lillies, drink the wine
Appreciate the simple pleasures in life
Drape the bodies with the lime
Death is a looming presence
Bake the children in the pies (be yourself, be nice)
Be true to yourself and show kindness to others
Sip the tea, watch your demise (be nice)
Enjoy the moment and accept the inevitability of life
Tip your hat, don't be ashamed (be yourself, be nice)
Be proud of yourself and treat others with respect
We're all afraid
Fear is a universal emotion
Read the broken book backwards
Desperation may lead to unconventional solutions
Greet the breeders with false words
Deception is sometimes necessary
Taste the sulfur on your tongue
Evil and danger are ever present
Weep the willow, pierce the lung
The world can be cruel and violent
Spread the jelly, break the bread
Share and enjoy the simple things in life
Stitch the evil mark with red
Confront and overcome evil
Stare the bulldog in the eye
Defy your fears and stand your ground
Listen to the mother's lie
Sometimes the truth is hard to hear
Scratch the pedals, pull the cord
Take action to change your fate
Search the meadow for the lord
Find meaning and purpose in life
Throw the brothers in a pile
Violence begets more violence
Rest the wicked for awhile
Every soul deserves compassion
Fish the foul and dunk the lead
Be wary of deception and avoid danger
Plant the roses in her head
Nurture love and hope in difficult times
Slice the pig and kill the rich
Beware of greed and the corrupting influence of power
Toss the sisters in the ditch
Protect the vulnerable from harm
Bake the children in the pies (be yourself, be nice)
Be true to yourself and show kindness to others
Sip the tea, watch your demise (be nice)
Enjoy the moment and accept the inevitability of life
Tip your hat, don't be ashamed (be yourself, be nice)
Be proud of yourself and treat others with respect
Be yourself, be nice
Embrace your true self and show kindness to others
Be nice
Spread love and positivity in everything you do
Be yourself, be nice
Embrace your true self and show kindness to others
Contributed by Wyatt D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Faded History
This is one of my all time favorite songs!
Lazarus Silvers
Still lyrically one of the best songs ever written!!!
Christina Kinkaid
waaait did you delete it? I wanna seee!!! sorry Im trolling your comments lol
Lazarus Silvers
@Samuel Edwards Rightee-O Captain Video!!! Does it make you feel better to ridicule me along with disagreeing with me? Maybe you need to find something else to do with your time. When you're not bullying someone or torturing small animals.
Lazarus Silvers
Rightee-O Captain Video!!! Does it make you feel better to ridicule me along with disagreeing with me? Maybe you need to find something else to do with your time. When you're not bullying someone or torturing small animals.
Denise Mlynarczyk
love this. Jeordie you are so talented. <3
Caden Farley
One of my favorite songs, so unique!
Yeslew Crawslaq
twiggs, your so talented. i adore your voice. <3
Karla Holden
Amazing lyrics amazing song
ObieT2k
Loved it