Dead End
Great White Lyrics


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Desperate and a loser
A failure at his trade
Nothin' more to live for
Decision that he made
He said that he's sorry
But that won't work this time
End of the line
Bargained for his freedom
His last chance to run
Forced into a corner
And killed by his own gun

Can't take it, can't
Take it, can't take it
No more





End of the line

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Great White's song "Dead End" are a grim reflection on a life that has reached its end. The singer is portrayed as a desperate and unsuccessful individual who has decided to end their own life. The haunting lines "Desperate and a loser, A failure at his trade" reveal a palpable sense of hopelessness and despair. There is nothing left for this person to live for, and this decision that they have made is not reversible. In the final moments of his life, he regrets his decisions and apologizes, but it is too late. The end of the line has been reached.


The lyrics also describe a violent end to this person's life. In a last-ditch attempt to save themselves, they bargain for their freedom and make a run for it. But it seems the universe has conspired against him, forcing him into a corner. The shocking and abrupt ending to the song reveals that he is killed by his own gun.


The lyrics to "Dead End" are a poignant reminder of the tragedy of lives wasted and the desperate decisions people sometimes make when they see no other way out. The song can be interpreted as a cautionary tale about the dangers of reaching the end of one's rope and not seeking help.


Line by Line Meaning

Desperate and a loser
A person who is hopeless and unsuccessful in their life endeavors


A failure at his trade
Unable to succeed in his profession or job


Nothin' more to live for
Feeling like there is no reason to go on with life


Decision that he made
The choice he made to end his life


He said that he's sorry
Apologizing for his actions


But that won't work this time
Apologies are not enough to undo the damage


End of the line
The point where his life ends


Bargained for his freedom
Negotiated for a way out


His last chance to run
The final opportunity to escape


Forced into a corner
Pushed to the brink with no other options


And killed by his own gun
He ended his own life with the weapon he possessed


Can't take it, can't
Unable to handle the pain and suffering anymore


Take it, can't take it
The agony was too much to bear


No more
Signaling an end to his misery


End of the line
The moment his life ended




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LOREN BLACK, GARY J. HOLLAND, MARK S. KENDALL, JACK RUSSELL

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