The song was the leading track in sports video game FIFA Football 2004.
Red Morning Light
Kings of Leon Lyrics
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Takin' your circus to the sky
You couldn't take it on the tight rope
No you had to take it on the side
You always like it undercover
Tucked in between your dirty sheets
But no one's even done nuttin' to ya
In between the hollers and the screams
And I said nah nah hey hey
Another dirty bird ain't givin' out a taste
In the black of the night till the red morning light
You got your cozy little corner
All night you're jammin' on your feet
Hangin' out just like a street sign
And put a twenty dollar trick
I hear you're blowin' like a feather
And then they rub it in your face
Oh once they've had all their fun hun
You're at the bottom of the cage
And I said nah nah hey hey
Another dirty bird ain't giving out a taste
In the black of the night till the red morning light
And I said nah nah hey hey you're givin' all your cinnamon away
That's not right
Hey hey another dirty bird ain't givin' out a taste
Uh hey keep on givin' away and givin' it away (givin' it away)
Hey hey you're givin' all your cinnamon away
Hey hey you're givin' all your cinnamon away
Ah hey hey
Another dirty bird ain't giving out a taste
In the black of the night till the red morning light
And I said nah nah hey hey you're givin' all your cinnamon away
That's not right
And I said nah nah hey hey
Another dirty bird ain't giving out a taste
In the black of the night till the red morning light
And I said nah nah hey hey you're givin' all your cinnamon away
The lyrics of Kings of Leon's song "Red Morning Light" tell the story of a girl who could have done great things with her life but instead chose to lead a life of prostitution. The opening line laments that she could have done better, possibly joining the circus and performing amazing feats. However, instead of choosing to live her life on the straight and narrow path, she chose a life of vice, taking it "on the side."
The lyrics describe the girl's life as being one of constant debauchery, spending her nights working on the streets, always on her feet. Though she may have made good money doing this, it cost her her dignity and self-respect. This is demonstrated in the line "oh once they've had all their fun hun/ you're at the bottom of the cage," which depicts the moment when the girl is left alone after being used by her customers, feeling trapped and worthless.
The chorus, "nah nah hey hey/ another dirty bird ain't giving out a taste/ in the black of the night till the red morning light," is a comment on the nature of this woman's job. She is just another dirty bird, or prostitute, who is trading her body for a "taste" of money. The "black of the night till the red morning light" suggests that the girl is up all night, working until the sun comes up.
Overall, the lyrics of "Red Morning Light" are a reminder of the dangers and pitfalls of a life of prostitution. The song tells a story of someone who could have been great but is now trapped in a cycle of vice and degradation.
Line by Line Meaning
You know you could've been a wonder
You had the potential to be amazing
Takin' your circus to the sky
You could have gone far with your talents and abilities
You couldn't take it on the tight rope
You couldn't handle the pressure of performing at your best
No you had to take it on the side
You chose an easier, less challenging path
You always like it undercover
You prefer to stay hidden and unknown
Tucked in between your dirty sheets
Your actions are often immoral
But no one's even done nuttin' to ya
No one has hurt or wronged you
In between the hollers and the screams
Amidst chaos and noise
And I said nah nah hey hey
Said in a dismissive or sarcastic tone
Another dirty bird ain't givin' out a taste
Another sleazy person isn't offering anything of value
In the black of the night till the red morning light
All night until morning
You got your cozy little corner
You have a comfortable spot to hide in
All night you're jammin' on your feet
You are constantly working and hustling
Hangin' out just like a street sign
You are always visible and recognizable
And put a twenty dollar trick
You are willing to do anything for money
I hear you're blowin' like a feather
You're spending money recklessly
And then they rub it in your face
Others mock or tease you for your poor choices
Oh once they've had all their fun hun
Once they've taken advantage of you
You're at the bottom of the cage
You're stuck in a bad situation with no escape
Hey hey you're givin' all your cinnamon away
You're giving away something valuable or desirable
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ivan Nathan Followill, Anthony Caleb Followill, Angelo T. Petraglia
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@JxmyHighroller
I love how they dressed as if they were in the 70's although it was the 90's haha. I fuckin love KOL
@agustinorellano5696
it wasnt the 90 man...but the early 00s
@Das_Vert
2003
@gregoreisenhorn4993
Moron
@carlitosperez7306
@@gregoreisenhorn4993 I wouldn't calling a moron considering that he commented this 10 years ago and now he has 1.74 million subscribers ;)
@TyCal_
@@carlitosperez7306 oof
@BrummieGaming
First thing that comes to mind is the FIFA 2004 intro with Ronaldinho lol
@AllStarsSkillsHDTV
+Brummie Gaming Del Piero and Henry also!
@BrummieGaming
Léo Motta Very true
@BackFromNowere
That run he used to go on...