Kerosene
Kerosene Lyrics


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So here’s the last of what I was
And here’s the best of what I want
So who can run on lapse
From here to kerosene and back
It’s a subtle tact
Cos for once I’m feeling fine
Drink kerosene and laugh
And rejoice in all we left behind

You said, You said, You said you still miss me
I won't, I won't I won't let this mess with my head
I said, I said, I said why don’t you just drop
I said why don't you just drop dead?

So here’s my attempt at playing cards
I’m still alone in crashing cars
We’re still smiling when it’s on
And I can’t be the only one
To save some common sense
For the feelings that I vent
I’m home at last
We drink kerosene and laugh

You said, You said, You said that you still miss me
I won't, I won't I won't let this mess with my head
I said, I said, I said why don't you just drop
I said why don't you just drop dead?

You said, You said, You said that you still miss me
I won't, I won't I won't let this mess with my head




I said, I said, I said why don't you just drop
I said why don't you just drop dead?

Overall Meaning

The opening verses of Kerosene's song "Kerosene" feature a contrast between the past and the present. The first line "So here's the last of what I was" suggests that the singer is shedding her old self and moving towards a new identity. This is followed by "And here's the best of what I want," which implies that the singer is looking forward to the future with hope and optimism. The next line "So who can run on lapse" is cryptic, but seems to reference a sense of distance from what has been left behind. However, the final line in this verse brings everything back to the present by referring to "kerosene", creating a sonic symmetry with the song's title.


The second verse begins with the singer pushing back against an ex-lover's desire to reconnect. She rejects their attempts to maintain a relationship and instead offers a callous suggestion that they "drop dead". The third verse offers more insight into the singer's current state of mind, which seems to be characterized by a sense of isolation and alienation from others. The line "I'm still alone in crashing cars" suggests that the singer is struggling to connect with anyone else and is perhaps causing harm to herself in the process.


Throughout the song, there are references to drinking kerosene, which is both a literal and metaphorical device. On one hand, drinking kerosene would be incredibly harmful and dangerous, but on the other hand, it could be seen as a way of embracing destruction and chaos as a means of moving forward. Overall, the lyrics of "Kerosene" suggest a search for identity and a willingness to let go of the past, even if it means causing harm in the process.


Line by Line Meaning

So here’s the last of what I was
I am leaving my past behind.


And here’s the best of what I want
I am pursuing my desires and aspirations.


So who can run on lapse
I am challenging myself to push through difficult times.


From here to kerosene and back
I am willing to venture into dangerous territory for the sake of living fully.


It’s a subtle tact
I am taking a calculated and strategic approach to my actions and decisions.


Cos for once I’m feeling fine
I am experiencing a sense of contentment and satisfaction.


Drink kerosene and laugh
I am embracing a carefree and adventurous attitude towards life.


And rejoice in all we left behind
I am finding joy and freedom in letting go of the past.


You said, You said, You said you still miss me
Someone from my past is expressing that they still have feelings for me.


I won't, I won't I won't let this mess with my head
I am choosing not to let these emotions affect me negatively.


I said, I said, I said why don’t you just drop
I am telling the person to move on and let go of our past relationship.


I said why don't you just drop dead?
I am expressing frustration and anger towards this person.


So here’s my attempt at playing cards
I am trying to take control of my life and make decisions for myself.


I’m still alone in crashing cars
I am still experiencing setbacks and failures despite my efforts.


We’re still smiling when it’s on
I am trying to maintain a positive attitude even in difficult situations.


And I can’t be the only one
I am seeking support and understanding from others.


To save some common sense
I am trying to maintain rationality and practicality in my decision-making.


For the feelings that I vent
I am expressing my emotions openly and honestly.


I’m home at last
I have found a sense of belonging and comfort in my current situation.


We drink kerosene and laugh
I am embracing a fearless and unconventional approach to life with the people I care about.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@sabe_

Lyrics:
Light of God dimming weak
Nothing's wrong, go back to sleep
Lost the will at infancy
Drown them in charity
Lend them comfort for sorrow
Enthusiasm they borrow
I can clean impurity
Wash away with kerosene
Can't offend my modesty
Thank you for defiling me
Language pure as binary
Instruct with dishonesty
In nature there's no tragedy
Bandage them in tapestry
Trade comfort for identity
Drown me in kerosene
Ke-Kerosene
I'll protect you from
All the things I've seen
And I'll clean your wounds
Rinse them with saline
I'll protect you from
All the things I've seen
And I'll clean your wounds
Rinse them with saline
Kero-Kerosene
And I'll clean your wounds
Rinse them with saline
I'll protect you from
All the things I've seen



All comments from YouTube:

@Nflow_gear_5

300km/h Crash

@Animator22538

Imagine your driving in highway and you hear this song 💀

@toxiunknown

This song is 10 years old?!!! I couldn't believe it. It sounds so modern and ahead of it's time.

@Tedts._

Best song to use in a car

@beiavfx

when your uber is an audi rs6 and this is playing 💀

@Luka2000_

After 11 years this songs is still very popular. The creator really was ahead of his time

@NJmyworld

Oh yes

@lucabiasiato1999

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@macbookfatty281

Ahead of his time by abusing the singer named Alice

@kaykystt190

This music simultaneously awakens the past and the future, victory and defeat, sadness and joy, pain and pleasure, all at once.

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