Guts
Like London Lyrics

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I sold a noose to the blue sky in your head
You caught a fever from a blood-stained cigarette
And now you're done pulling punches because it's your time to shine
Get a clue you're as close to god as sinners get

I'd rather watch you burn I'm sick of seeing you first
But I guess I'm stuck here listening to you vomit your words
I played the part picked you up when you fell apart

God forbid I take one more step without you breathing down my neck

Stab me in the back you don't have the guts
I'm always second best but now there's bad blood
I've never been the one to say it but face it
You're a wolf in the flock and now you're stuck in a rut

I shattered windows in the house you call your home
I picked the lock and lit a fire just to breathe the smoke
And now you're crying and crying all over my good time
I'm just ecstatic that I knocked you off your throne

I'd rather watch you burn I'm sick of seeing you first
But I guess I'm stuck here listening to you vomit your words
I played the part picked you up when you fell apart
God forbid I take one more step without you breathing down my neck

Stab me in the back you don't have the guts
I'm always second best but now there's bad blood
I've never been the one to say it but face it
You're a wolf in the flock and now you're stuck in a rut

You don't have the guts

I'd rather watch you burn I'm sick of seeing you first
But I guess I'm stuck here listening to you vomit your words
I played the part picked you up when you fell apart
God forbid I take one more step without you breathing down my neck

Stab me in the back you don't have the guts
I'm always second best but now there's bad blood
I've never been the one to say it but face it
You're a wolf in the flock and now you're stuck in a rut

You don't have the guts

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song 'Guts' by Like London explore themes of betrayal, power dynamics, and the desire for freedom. The first verse begins with the imagery of selling a noose to the blue sky in one's head, representing the self-destructive thoughts or beliefs that one may hold. The next line describes catching a fever from a blood-stained cigarette, suggesting that the singer is affected by self-destructive tendencies and negative habits. However, they have reached a point where they are done pulling punches and are determined to shine. The line "get a clue you're as close to god as sinners get" suggests that although the singer may have flaws, they are still worthy of respect and recognition.

The chorus contains powerful language that conveys feelings of frustration and resentment. The singer is tired of always being second best and is annoyed by their companion's deceitful behavior. They even say that they'd rather watch them burn than see them succeed. The next line describes the singer's situation of feeling trapped and stuck. They have played the part of picking up their companion every time they fell apart, but they cannot take one more step without them breathing down their neck.

The second verse builds upon the theme of power dynamics and the desire for freedom. The singer shatters windows in the house of their companion, highlighting their desire to break free from the relationship that is holding them back. They light a fire to breathe the smoke, symbolizing their desire to start anew and purify themselves. However, their companion is left crying and ruining their good time, suggesting that they are not ready to move on from the relationship.

Overall, 'Guts' by Like London is a powerful song that explores complex themes of betrayal, power dynamics, and the desire for freedom. The singer is caught in a toxic relationship but is determined to break free and shine on their own.

Line by Line Meaning

I sold a noose to the blue sky in your head
I convinced you of a lie, a trap, a false dream.

You caught a fever from a blood-stained cigarette
You were enticed by something that was dangerous and unhealthy.

And now you're done pulling punches because it's your time to shine
You're finally ready to pursue your own goals and make others see your worth.

Get a clue you're as close to God as sinners get
Realize that you're not perfect, but still valuable and deserving of respect.

I'd rather watch you burn I'm sick of seeing you first
I'm so tired of always playing second fiddle to you, it would almost be satisfying to see you fail.

But I guess I'm stuck here listening to you vomit your words
I have to endure listening to you constantly spout meaningless words and ideas.

I played the part picked you up when you fell apart
I was always there to support you when you were struggling, even when it was a drain on me.

God forbid I take one more step without you breathing down my neck
I feel trapped and suffocated by your constant presence and scrutiny.

Stab me in the back you don't have the guts
You're a coward who would never actually confront me and instead resort to sneaky, underhanded tactics.

I'm always second best but now there's bad blood
I've been constantly overlooked and belittled by you and now there's tension between us.

I've never been the one to say it but face it
I've never been one to stir up conflict, but it's time to confront the issue.

You're a wolf in the flock and now you're stuck in a rut
You're someone who stood out from the crowd and now you're struggling to maintain your position.

I shattered windows in the house you call your home
I deeply disrupted your sense of security and belonging.

I picked the lock and lit a fire just to breathe the smoke
I intentionally caused chaos, even if it hurt others, just to feel alive and powerful.

And now you're crying and crying all over my good time
You're causing a scene and ruining my enjoyment with your own emotional turmoil.

I'm just ecstatic that I knocked you off your throne
I relish in the fact that I was able to bring you down and shake your confidence.

You don't have the guts
You're too cowardly and weak to stand up to me or face your own issues head on.

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