Head for the Country
John Maus Lyrics
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In the locker
This is where a human being finds itself
In the locker
Somewhere, somewhere there's a crime
Being committed
Head for the Country
(Sitting alone in my box following orders)?
The lyrics of John Maus's song "Head for the Country" offer an eerie and introspective look into the psyche of a human being who feels trapped and controlled by their own society. The repeated phrase "this is where a human being finds itself in the locker" speaks to the sense of confinement and restriction that is pervasive in modern-day life. The metaphor of the locker suggests that society is like a cramped and rigidly organized space where individuals are expected to conform and obey a specific set of rules. The sense of being trapped and helpless in this environment is emphasized by the repeated use of the word "itself," which suggests a loss of agency and individuality.
The line "somewhere there's a crime being committed" is one of the most intriguing and ambiguous phrases in the song. On one level, it could be taken as a straightforward observation about the prevalence of illegal or immoral activity in society. On another level, it could be interpreted as a more existential statement about the inherent injustice and oppression that is built into the very fabric of society. The fact that Maus chooses not to elaborate on this idea further leaves it open to interpretation and invites the listener to engage with the song on a deeper level.
Overall, "Head for the Country" is a powerful commentary on the alienation and disempowerment that many people feel in modern society. Through his use of vivid imagery and repetition, Maus creates a vivid picture of a world that is bleak, oppressive, and fundamentally unjust.
Line by Line Meaning
This is where a human being finds itself
In the locker
This line paints the picture of a person who feels trapped and confined, cornered in a small space like a locker
Somewhere, somewhere there's a crime
Being committed
The lyrics suggest that there is wrongdoing happening, something that isn't quite right or fair. The use of 'somewhere' adds to the sense of mysteriousness and the feeling of being lost.
Head for the Country
This line implies that the solution to feeling trapped in a metaphorical locker or being lost in the midst of some mysterious wrongdoing is to retreat to a place that is more natural and free, like the countryside.
(Sitting alone in my box following orders)?
This final line seems like a conditional or a question, as if the singer is asking whether or not someone is following orders despite being confined or trapped. It could refer to anyone who is going along with things they don't believe in or want to do.
Writer(s): John Maus
Contributed by Noah T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@SubmarineFaceMelt
i love it how this can be both dark and upbeat and playful at the same time.
@typeterson9750
I was glad to see him and his brother Joe (RIP) amazing artist
@mctalley5676
I like the music because it goes in my ears.
@josephhoward4010
Hahahaha so true!
@itz_applecider
lol
@thejay8963
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@tishainess9339
So when music goes in my ass is that a bad thing?? Should I contact my local parish priest????
@peaceworld2875
I hate music
@aisha1087
Literally what goes through my head when I listen to John Maus is this video.
@MrA7medii97
lacks cow bells