Pulling together the biblical sound and isolation of the bygone days of revelation with an atmosphere filled with hope and salvation, King Dude has woven his own brand of American music. He brandishes many varied influences in his songwriting. Everything from British Folk, Americana, Country and Blues can be heard in his songs. Even the heavier sounds of Heavy Metal tend to sneak and slither it's way into the King Dude canon. The resulting songs are much more of a modern day hymn then average pop song.
Cloven Hooves
King Dude Lyrics
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Or a fictional supplier
Of mythology to call your own
Or a way to spend the hours
In between the lonely towers
That you call your work and call your home
Have you seen the dimming lights
They're shining from a starlit night
Have you given up on life
And traded for another try
Along with this one like an old, dusty coat
Well, know that you are not alone
Even though you're always on your own
You can always pick up the phone
And just listen to the dial tone
Sitting all alone with the dial tone
Just sitting all alone with the dial tone
My baby's gone to heaven
Did you see the exposition
Of the general's position
On the war that would never end
And did you mention the direction
Of the latest insurrection
All the dollars that we're gonna spend
And did you look upon the sun
And smile down on everyone
To let us know that we're gonna win
And did you shed a single tear
To mark the passing of the year
Until the day that we lost our friend
Well, I know that you are not alone
Even though you're always on your own
You can always pick up the phone
And just listen to the dial tone
Sitting all alone with the dial tone
Just sitting all alone with the dial tone
My baby's gone to heaven now
Well, I say now
I say now
Do you feel the satisfaction
To the horrible reaction
Of the face cast upon a mirror
And as you look inconsequential
Really lacking all potential
So much older than it did last year
But if you wanna find a cure
One that will always work for sure
And is approved by a group of your peers
Start by turning out the lights
And give yourself unto the night
Under the cloven hooves of your fears
'Cause I know that you are not alone
Even though you're always on your own
You can always pick up the phone
And just listen to the dial tone
Sitting all alone with the dial tone
Just sitting all alone with the dial tone
My baby's gone to heaven
The song "Cloven Hooves" by King Dude speaks about the feeling of isolation, loneliness, and despair that sometimes takes over people's lives. The lyrics are quite poetic, and they seem to be addressed to someone who's struggling with life, either for personal reasons or because of external issues such as war and politics. The singer asks if the person has found comfort in lies or myths, or if they've given up on life altogether. The chorus reassures the listener that they are not alone, even though they often feel that way. The song ends with a message of hope, suggesting that facing and embracing one's fears might be the key to overcoming them.
The idea of "cloven hooves" is intriguing and ambiguous. It might refer to the devil or to some other demonic figure, but it could also be interpreted as a metaphor for the things that we fear and that keep us from moving forward. The song seems to suggest that we should stop running away from our fears and instead confront them, even if it means facing the darkness and the unknown. The dial tone mentioned in the lyrics might symbolize the emptiness and the sense of disconnection that the singer feels, but it could also represent a way to reach out to others and seek connection.
Overall, "Cloven Hooves" is a haunting and introspective song that invites the listener to reflect on their own struggles and fears. It's a reminder that we're all human and that it's okay to feel lost or alone sometimes, but that we can also find strength and hope in the midst of darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
Did you find yourself a liar
Have you become dishonest with yourself?
Or a fictional supplier
Or are you creating a false reality for yourself?
Of mythology to call your own
A mythology that belongs only to you?
Or a way to spend the hours
Or simply a way to pass the time?
In between the lonely towers
Between the towers of isolation and loneliness?
That you call your work and call your home
Your work and home?
Have you seen the dimming lights
Have you noticed the lights growing faint?
They're shining from a starlit night
The faint lights that glimmer on a starry night?
And calling back the star you are on your own.
Recalling the star that guides you even though you are alone?
Have you given up on life
Have you lost hope in life?
And traded for another try
And considering taking a new chance?
Along with this one like an old, dusty coat
Just like an old coat that you have outgrown?
Well, know that you are not alone
But know that you are not the only one.
Even though you're always on your own
Though you are always isolated.
You can always pick up the phone
You can still reach out to others.
And just listen to the dial tone
Even if it's just the sound of the phone ringing.
Sitting all alone with the dial tone
You sit there listening by yourself.
Just sitting all alone with the dial tone
Just like sitting in silence.
My baby's gone to heaven
No longer here, but now in a better place.
Did you see the exposition
Have you witnessed the explanation?
Of the general's position
Regarding the viewpoint of the leader?
On the war that would never end
Regarding the unending war?
And did you mention the direction
Have you discussed the path?
Of the latest insurrection
Of the most recent rebellion?
All the dollars that we're gonna spend
All the money that we are about to waste?
And did you look upon the sun
Have you gazed up at the sun?
And smile down on everyone
And felt the urge to smile at everyone?
To let us know that we're gonna win
To reassure us that we will prevail?
And did you shed a single tear
Have you shed even one tear?
To mark the passing of the year
To acknowledge the end of the year?
Until the day that we lost our friend
Until the day we lost a dear friend?
Well, I know that you are not alone
But remember that you have company.
Even though you're always on your own
Though you generally feel isolated.
You can always pick up the phone
You can always reach out to others.
And just listen to the dial tone
Even if it's just the sound of the phone ringing.
Sitting all alone with the dial tone
You sit there listening by yourself.
Just sitting all alone with the dial tone
Just like sitting in silence.
My baby's gone to heaven now
Now my beloved is deceased.
Do you feel the satisfaction
Do you feel fulfilled?
To the horrible reaction
From the terrible reaction?
Of the face cast upon a mirror
Showing a reflection in a mirror?
And as you look inconsequential
And as you feel insignificant?
Really lacking all potential
Seeming to have no future potential?
So much older than it did last year
Feeling much older than one year ago?
But if you wanna find a cure
But if you want to find a solution?
One that will always work for sure
One that is always guaranteed to work?
And is approved by a group of your peers
And if your peers also endorse it?
Start by turning out the lights
Start by turning off the lights?
And give yourself unto the night
And surrender yourself to the darkness?
Under the cloven hooves of your fears
Confronting and overcoming your deepest fears?
'Cause I know that you are not alone
Because I know you are not the only one who feels this way.
Even though you're always on your own
Even though you generally feel isolated.
You can always pick up the phone
You can always reach out to others.
And just listen to the dial tone
Even if it's just the sound of the phone ringing.
Sitting all alone with the dial tone
You sit there listening by yourself.
Just sitting all alone with the dial tone
Just like sitting in silence.
My baby's gone to heaven
No longer here, but now in a better place.
Contributed by Olivia C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.