Wish
Jordan Sass Lyrics
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And sinners ain't got nothin' on you
Personify their dreams & pacify the schemers
Welcome into the race
You got the mind for miracles
You got a smile to charm the dead
And you can always score with your 57' ford
But you can't get that wish out of your head
Start me up - Cos you know what I like
I like the way you makin' me laugh
I like the magic tricks and all the things you fix
Even when they ain't been broke
I like all your freakin' havoc
I like your dog that ain't been fed
I like your messed up face and your 67' case
But I can't get this wish out of my head
I don't know if it's the way you talk
That's drivin' me outta my mind
You gotta certain style - The way you walk that mile
Y'know I'm down with that
But have you ever even noticed
Or heard a single word I said
When your only friend left you with nothin' in the end
Cos we all want these wishes in our head
I don't want to draw the line
I ain't got that kind of time
The lyrics to Jordan Sass's "Wish" are a commentary on human desires and the yearning for something that we know we cannot have. The song begins by referencing the "original sin", which suggests that the singer is grappling with the idea of temptation and the idea that all humans are inherently flawed. The next line, "I know what you like", sets a seductive tone for the rest of the song, implying that the singer has a deep understanding of the singer's desires.
The rest of the first stanza describes the singer's powerful allure, which can "pacify the schemers" and "personify their dreams". The imagery of a race serves as a metaphor for the competition that exists for obtaining one's deepest desires, and the singer has the "mind for miracles" to make it happen. Despite all of these qualities, the singer cannot seem to shake the feeling of wanting something that is out of reach.
The second stanza shifts to a more personal tone, with the singer describing their own feelings for the singer. The line "Start me up - cause you know what I like" echoes the earlier sentiment of knowing someone's desires intimately. The singer goes on to list all of the things they appreciate about the singer, from their sense of humor to their "freakin' havoc". Despite their clear admiration and affection, the singer also cannot stop thinking about their own unattainable wish.
Overall, "Wish" seems to be a meditation on the human condition - the constant struggle to reconcile our desires with the realities of the world around us. The song suggests that we are all chasing after something that we know we cannot have, and that this desire can consume us if we let it.
Line by Line Meaning
Original sin - I know what you like
I know your deepest desires and darkest secrets
And sinners ain't got nothin' on you
You are even more corrupt and depraved than those who are considered sinful
Personify their dreams & pacify the schemers
You bring people's wildest dreams to life, and calm those who are plotting against you
Welcome into the race
Join me in this game of life, where we all try to get what we desire
You got the mind for miracles
Your mind is capable of amazing feats and wonders
You got a smile to charm the dead
Your infectious smile can make even the most lifeless and dull people come alive
And you can always score with your 57' ford
You always have a way to impress and win over others, even with something as seemingly insignificant as a car
But you can't get that wish out of your head
Despite all your successes and charms, there is still one wish that haunts you and won't go away
Start me up - Cos you know what I like
Let's get this going, because you know exactly what I want
I like the way you makin' me laugh
I appreciate how you bring joy and happiness into my life through your humor
I like the magic tricks and all the things you fix
I admire your ability to make problems disappear and your skill in fixing things
Even when they ain't been broke
You are so good at fixing things that sometimes you even fix things that weren't actually broken
I like all your freakin' havoc
I enjoy the chaos and excitement that you bring into my life
I like your dog that ain't been fed
I find even your neglectful and irresponsible behavior endearing and charming
I like your messed up face and your 67' case
Your flawed appearance and belongings only make me appreciate you more
But I can't get this wish out of my head
I can't stop thinking about this one desire that I haven't been able to achieve
I don't know if it's the way you talk
I'm not sure if it's your communication style that's driving me crazy
That's drivin' me outta my mind
It's messing with my head and sanity
You gotta certain style - The way you walk that mile
Your unique way of doing things and handling situations is something that I appreciate
Y'know I'm down with that
I am totally on board and accepting of your individuality
But have you ever even noticed
I wonder if you have even paid attention to me and my needs
Or heard a single word I said
I feel like I am not being heard or understood by you
When your only friend left you with nothin' in the end
When even your closest ally and confidante has abandoned you and left you with nothing
Cos we all want these wishes in our head
We all have that one desire that we can't shake or forget, no matter how hard we try
I don't want to draw the line
I don't want to set limitations or restrictions on this relationship
I ain't got that kind of time
I don't have the luxury of time to waste on setting boundaries or arguments
Contributed by Henry F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.