Expectations
High Tropics Lyrics


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I tried to quit but I give up
I'll take the rest you've had enough
We're just diamonds in the rough my darling
And these are things that you should know
All coked up nowhere to go
We just gotta take it slow, oh darling
Expectations will only let you down
Fuck vacations I'm getting out this town
Oh if it's true, oh if it's true





Overall Meaning

In the lyrics of High Tropics's song "Expectations," the artist expresses a sense of resignation and acceptance of a situation that is not ideal. The opening lines, "I tried to quit but I give up, I'll take the rest you've had enough," suggest a struggle with trying to change or improve a situation, ultimately giving in and accepting things as they are. This can be interpreted as a reflection of the artist's personal experiences or feelings of defeat in the face of challenges.


The following lines, "We're just diamonds in the rough my darling, And these are things that you should know, All coked up nowhere to go," convey a sense of self-awareness and acknowledgment of imperfections. The reference to being "diamonds in the rough" highlights the inherent value and potential within individuals, despite their flaws or struggles. The mention of feeling "coked up nowhere to go" could symbolize a sense of being stuck or lost in a situation, yearning for direction or purpose.


The chorus emphasizes the theme of managing expectations and breaking free from constraints. The lines "Expectations will only let you down, Fuck vacations I'm getting out this town" suggest a disillusionment with the limitations and disappointments that come with having high expectations. The desire to "get out of this town" can be interpreted as a yearning for change and new experiences, breaking free from the routine and constraints of a familiar environment.


The closing lines, "Oh if it's true, oh if it's true," leave room for contemplation and uncertainty. This could signify a moment of reflection or questioning the reality of a situation. Overall, the lyrics of "Expectations" by High Tropics convey themes of resignation, self-awareness, the struggle with expectations, and the desire for change and growth. The artist's introspective and reflective approach offers a glimpse into the complexities of human emotions and experiences.


Line by Line Meaning

I tried to quit but I give up
I attempted to stop, but ultimately I surrender


I'll take the rest you've had enough
I will handle the remaining task since you're tired


We're just diamonds in the rough my darling
We have great potential despite our current imperfections, my dear


And these are things that you should know
These are important facts that you should be aware of


All coked up nowhere to go
Feeling stimulated but lacking direction


We just gotta take it slow, oh darling
We need to progress at a relaxed pace, my love


Expectations will only let you down
Anticipations will lead to disappointment


Fuck vacations I'm getting out this town
I am abandoning this town, to hell with holidays


Oh if it's true, oh if it's true
Oh, if this is indeed accurate




Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: MICHAEL ARTHUR SHARRATT, RYAN STEWART

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@kapoioBCS

Even in this video, the most upvoted comments are the stupidest. E.g. the comments about being excited about warmer summers 🤦‍♂️

@Discrimination_is_not_a_right

Yeah, if you live in Louisiana, that's nothing to be excited about.

@garyloudenslager587

Probably the same people that are excited about communism

@tony_mo

I guess everyone has a different reaction to fear...

@souljahrag2k16

Yeah I'm excited 🦹

@Discrimination_is_not_a_right

@@souljahrag2k16 We don't need more heat in Louisiana.

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@frontrowviews

I feel like one massive issue that is regularly overlooked is mass climate migration. Huge densely populated parts of Africa and Asia just won’t be habitable anymore, resulting in a mass migration probably toward Europe, North America and south-east Asia

@Ikbeneengeit

Yeah. Ironically the same people stalling action on climate change policy are the ones vehemently against refugees. There are 162 million people in Bangladesh, it will be underwater soon.

@danielnight5057

Like it will be that easy for Africans to get visas to go to Europe and US and afford the move in general

@draphotube4315

If this subject would have been more discussed, more Europeans wouldn’t see it as a far from my bed show.

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