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Patron
Jennifer Leonhardt Lyrics
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And what you know, you know you cant feel
And everybody's happier with it that way
You can make a stupid smile
Walk your face another mile
But you know its all just bullsy on your day
And put a hand over the mouth God made
And if you put up a resist, you will always feel the fist
That feeds you while the mercy's on parade
Fall on your knees and pray for a reprieve
And please God, make the nighttime day
Well, you hardly need to hear all the things you'll need to fear
If you say a single word of what's made you lame
Cause there's a legacy of threat if you wanna try and hedge your bets
They'd just as soon call you crazy as say your name
It's easier to forget what you were or better yet
Who you were always hoping you would be
Point the finger at yourself and put your toys back on the shelf
And hope the boy you've been loving will never see
Fall on your knees and pray for a reprieve
And please God, make the nighttime day
In Jennifer Leonhardt's song "Patron," the lyrics convey a sense of disillusionment and a critique of societal norms. The opening lines, "What you see isn't real, and what you know, you know you can't feel," suggest that there is a facade or false reality that people choose to embrace. This illusion seems to bring happiness to everyone, implying that they prefer ignorance over facing harsh truths.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of putting on a fake smile and pretending to be content, even though deep down, one knows it is all a charade. The line "But you know it's all just bullsy on your day" emphasizes the futility of this pretense. It seems to imply that going along with the crowd and conforming to societal expectations is ultimately meaningless.
The song takes a darker turn in the following verse, as it alludes to the feeling of oppression and suppression of one's thoughts and identity. The lines "You can feel it creepin' up the stairs while you're sleepin', and put a hand over the mouth God made" hint at a sense of fear or control, where individuals are silenced or censored. The lyrics suggest that resistance only leads to further mistreatment, creating a cycle of abuse and manipulation.
The chorus, "Fall on your knees and pray for a reprieve, and please God, make the nighttime day," expresses a plea for salvation or relief from these oppressive forces. It reflects a desire for an escape from the darkness and the hope for a brighter future, where the truth can prevail and the masks can be cast aside.
Overall, "Patron" seems to be a commentary on the superficiality of society, the suppression of individuality, and the yearning for authenticity and freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
What you see isn't real
The things you perceive may not accurately reflect reality
And what you know, you know you cant feel
Even though you possess knowledge, you are unable to emotionally connect with it
And everybody's happier with it that way
People prefer to remain blissfully ignorant and avoid discomfort
You can make a stupid smile
You can put on a fake and insincere smile
Walk your face another mile
Continue pretending and enduring hardships without expressing your true feelings
But you know its all just bullsy on your day
Deep down, you are aware that everything is deceptive and false in your life
You can feel it creepin' up the stairs while you're sleepin'
You sense an impending threat or danger when you're vulnerable and unconscious
And put a hand over the mouth God made
You try to stifle your emotions or silence your authentic self
And if you put up a resist, you will always feel the fist
If you resist the expectations and pressures, you will face the consequences and suffer
That feeds you while the mercy's on parade
The cruelty and oppression you experience are masked under the disguise of mercy
Fall on your knees and pray for a reprieve
Seek divine intervention and plead for relief from your hardships
And please God, make the nighttime day
Yearn for a change in circumstances where darkness and difficulties are replaced by brightness and ease
Well, you hardly need to hear all the things you'll need to fear
You are better off not knowing all the potential threats and dangers you'll face
If you say a single word of what's made you lame
Speaking about the true causes or reasons for your vulnerability or weakness will lead to negative consequences
Cause there's a legacy of threat if you wanna try and hedge your bets
If you attempt to protect yourself by playing it safe, there will always be a history of danger and risk
They'd just as soon call you crazy as say your name
They would label you as insane rather than acknowledge your true identity
It's easier to forget what you were or better yet
It is simpler to erase or ignore your past self and aspirations
Who you were always hoping you would be
The person you constantly wished to become
Point the finger at yourself and put your toys back on the shelf
Blame and criticize yourself, while burying your dreams and desires
And hope the boy you've been loving will never see
Desperately wish that the person you care for won't discover your true struggles and vulnerabilities
Fall on your knees and pray for a reprieve
Again, seek divine intervention and plead for relief
And please God, make the nighttime day
Once more, express the desire for a transformation where darkness dissipates and light prevails
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Written by: Jennifer Leonhardt
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