Burn The Cat
James Lyrics


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It's a matter of reason
Oh shit
Never no reason, never no reason
Never no reason, never no reason
For a short sharp shock
Never no reason, never no reason
Never no reason, never no reason
For a short sharp shock
What kind of message do you think you're giving your generation?

[Shipping forecast]

Burn the cat, burn the cat......
Burn the cat, burn the cat.....

What are you going on about?
What are you going on about?
What are you going on about?
What are you going on about?
What are you going on about?





Kill her, kill her, kill her

Overall Meaning

In James's song "Burn The Cat," the lyrics seem to be cryptic and open to interpretation. At first glance, the repeated phrase "Never no reason, never no reason" suggests that the singer is struggling to find a justification for their actions. They feel compelled to inflict a "short sharp shock" of some kind, but cannot explain why. The line "What kind of message do you think you're giving your generation?" could be directed at society as a whole, suggesting that people are perpetuating harmful actions without fully understanding the consequences.


The lyrics then take a disturbing turn with the repeated phrase "Burn the cat." This could be interpreted in different ways. Some might see it as a metaphor for destroying innocence or something pure. Others might interpret it as a call to violence or a desire to cause harm. The final lines "Kill her, kill her, kill her" only add to the unsettling feeling of the song.


Overall, "Burn The Cat" is a deeply unsettling and mysterious song that leaves a lot open to interpretation. It's a powerful example of James's willingness to push boundaries and explore unconventional themes in their music.


Line by Line Meaning

It's a matter of reason
There should be a logical explanation for everything


Oh shit
An expression of surprise or dismay


Never no reason, never no reason
There is not a single valid explanation


For a short sharp shock
A brief and sudden punishment


What kind of message do you think you're giving your generation?
What impact do your actions have on future generations?


[Shipping forecast]
Indication of weather conditions


Burn the cat, burn the cat......
An absurd and shocking statement that lacks any sense or meaning


What are you going on about?
Asking for clarification or explanation


Kill her, kill her, kill her
A violent and disturbing statement with no context or justification




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