No Good With Faces
Jack Johnson(잭 존슨) Lyrics
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Gave me directions but it's all the same, oh no
I'm lost
I'm too tired to try
Streetlamps are broken black the way I came
Who broke the moonlight watch it wax and wane, oh no
I'm lost
Let's not get ahead of ourselves
There's no need for rain, it's our own parade
Let's not be afraid of our reflections
It's not only you you're looking at now
Road signs are stolen left here hole in this flame
Who stole my patience, who stole my way, oh no
I'm lost
I'm too tired to try
Let's not get ahead of ourselves now
There's no need for raid it's our own parade
Let's not be afraid of our reflections
It's not only you you're looking at now
Let's not get ahead of ourselves now
There's no need for raid it's our own parade
Let's not be afraid of our reflections
It's not only you you're looking at now
Ooh you're looking at now
Ooh you're looking at now
No good with faces and I'm bad with names
Gave me directions but it's all the same, oh no
I'm lost
I'm too tired to try
The opening lines of Jack Johnson's "No Good with Faces" express the singer's sense of detachment and confusion in the world: he seems to struggle with basic social interactions such as recognizing people and remembering their names. The song's metaphors of being lost and feeling tired reflect a sense of disconnection from the world around him, perhaps as a result of mental or emotional fatigue. The second verse builds on this theme, with the singer reflecting on his journey through a broken and chaotic world, where even the moonlight appears uncertain.
Despite these feelings of confusion and disorientation, the chorus of the song urges the listener not to be afraid of self-reflection or too caught up in external concerns. Instead, the singer advocates for embracing one's own personal journey and not getting too caught up in trying to please others or meeting societal expectations. This message of self-acceptance and independence is reflected in the repeated refrain "It's not only you you're looking at now."
Overall, "No Good with Faces" can be seen as a song about personal growth and self-discovery, as well as a critique of the pressures of conformity and social expectations. Through its introspective lyrics and soothing guitar melodies, the song encourages the listener to embrace their own individuality and not be afraid to chart their own path in life.
Line by Line Meaning
No Good with faces and I'm bad with names
I have a hard time remembering people's faces and names.
Gave me directions but it's all the same, oh no
Even though someone gave me directions, I still feel lost.
I'm lost
I don't know where I am or where I'm going.
I'm too tired to try
I don't have the energy or motivation to figure out where I am or where I'm supposed to be.
Streetlamps are broken black the way I came
The streetlamps that used to light my way are now broken and dark.
Who broke the moonlight watch it wax and wane, oh no
The natural light of the moon is also no longer dependable and it's unsettling.
Let's not get ahead of ourselves
We shouldn't jump to conclusions or make assumptions without all the facts.
There's no need for rain, it's our own parade
We should enjoy life and not let obstacles or challenges rain on our parade.
Let's not be afraid of our reflections
We should be honest with ourselves and not be scared to see our true reflection.
It's not only you you're looking at now
We have an impact on others and should consider them in our actions and decisions.
Road signs are stolen left here hole in this flame
The road signs that used to guide us are now missing, leaving us feeling lost and directionless.
Who stole my patience, who stole my way, oh no
I'm frustrated and wondering who or what caused me to lose my patience and direction.
Ooh you're looking at now
This moment is important and we should be present in it.
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