Flabbergast
Komeda Lyrics
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Do not verify the (dung) and be sophisticated
Be a rebel and be sexy, be a good mother
A faithful wife, and rational, be true to your ideals
Be understanding, be creative and exciting
(Pound) to fruition, on a diet, don't be lazy
Optimum conditions, at the top, (palm) the dream
You
Euphonic sounds get in my ear
You
(Years are beyond) * my dear is here
You
Misery loves me, I love you
Passion must remain in memory
Clean the apartment, throw a party, don't be shy
Maintain a converstation, develop taste in art
And read a book of Jean Paul Sartre, Wittgenstein, Jung, and Freud
(Misery) in your temper **
Stay in this complete simplicity
You
Euphonic sounds get in my ear
You
(Years are beyond) my dear is here
You
(Years are beyond) my dear is here
The lyrics of Komeda's song Flabbergast are cryptic and seemingly contradictory. The song appears to be a list of instructions or advice on how to live a fulfilling life. The first two lines of the song, "Confuse and surprise us, do not verify the (dung) and be sophisticated" can be interpreted to mean that we should strive to be original and avoid conforming to societal expectations. The following lines urge us to be rebellious and sexy, while also being a good mother and faithful wife. This suggests that one can be both unconventional and traditional at the same time. The next few lines urge us to be understanding and creative, while also being hardworking and disciplined. The final lines of the song appear to implore us to enjoy life's pleasures but remain grounded in simplicity.
The general theme of the song seems to be that we should strive to be multifaceted individuals who can embrace different aspects of life, both serious and fun. The song encourages us to be authentic and true to ourselves while also being willing to experiment and try new things. The last few lines of the song suggest that while we should enjoy life, we should also strive to be content with simplicity.
Overall, the lyrics of Flabbergast can be interpreted in different ways, but they all seem to suggest that we should strive to lead fulfilling lives that are true to our individuality.
Line by Line Meaning
Confuse and surprise us
Do not be afraid to challenge our expectations and introduce new, unexpected ideas
Do not verify the (dung) and be sophisticated
Do not simply accept common knowledge and instead strive for a more sophisticated understanding
Be a rebel and be sexy, be a good mother
Do not conform to society's expectations and instead embody a complex, multi-dimensional identity
A faithful wife, and rational, be true to your ideals
Balance your personal relationships and ideals with reason and honesty
Be understanding, be creative and exciting
Foster a sense of empathy and creativity in all aspects of your life
(Pound) to fruition, on a diet, don't be lazy
Be determined to achieve your goals, take care of your body, and avoid laziness
Optimum conditions, at the top, (palm) the dream
Create the perfect environment for yourself to achieve success and actively pursue your dreams
Make sure to relieve your mind
Take steps to alleviate stress and maintain your mental health
You
Euphonic sounds get in my ear
You
(Years are beyond) * my dear is here
You
Misery loves me, I love you
You provide comfort and joy, even in times of sadness and confusion
Passion must remain in memory
Hold on to the lasting memories of passionate moments
Clean the apartment, throw a party, don't be shy
Take care of your living space while also enjoying social gatherings and embracing your extroverted side
Maintain a converstation, develop taste in art
Cultivate meaningful relationships through engaging conversations and appreciation for the arts
And read a book of Jean Paul Sartre, Wittgenstein, Jung, and Freud
Expand your intellectual horizons through reading works by these influential thinkers
(Misery) in your temper **
Be mindful of your temper and avoid letting negative emotions control your behavior
Stay in this complete simplicity
Find contentment and peace in a simple, uncomplicated life
You
Euphonic sounds get in my ear
You
(Years are beyond) my dear is here
You
(Years are beyond) my dear is here
You continue to provide comfort and joy, even as time passes
Writer(s): Marcus Erik Holmberg, Lena Margareta Karlsson, Jonas Malte Holmberg, Mattias Johan Norlander
Contributed by Charlie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.