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Two Minutes to Midnight
Luke Lalonde Lyrics
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Because one day, he died
Did not know too much about it
First time I saw my dad cry
Comes and goes like a river flows
Lied out, dried out on the bed
I suspect every one I know
Every day your ears pop pop
From the blisters in your brain
Hammer nails into your head
And flush it down the drain
Don't look down at the news too much
Or it all gets far too real
Yeah, the world is filled with animals
You gotta fight for every meal
So just lie back
Amplify that sound
You gotta turn it up so loud
Because one day you're gon' die
'Cause you just do
As for me, myself and I
We're gonna do it too
Well we're a lying, crying bunch of people
Who say we been done wrong
But it's two minutes to midnight, honey
And they're playing our song
I'm gonna wrap you in my arms so tight
And hold you oh so near
When it all starts burning up all around
Be no need to shed more tears
So just lie back
Amplify that sound
You gotta turn it up so loud
Scream it out Jump up and down
You see
Because one day you're gon' die
'Cause you just do
As for me, myself and I
We're gonna do it too
Yeah one day you're gon' die
Yeah, you just do
By and by and by and by
We're living proof
The first verse of the song sets a melancholic tone as the singer reflects on playing his deceased uncle's guitar. This act serves as a reminder of the impermanence of life and the emotional impact it can have on those left behind. Witnessing his father's tears adds to the sense of loss and sadness. The river metaphor suggests the transient nature of life, how it flows and passes by, and the realization that everyone will eventually face death.
The second verse delves into the struggles of daily existence, highlighting the physical and mental toll it takes on individuals. The popping of ears symbolizes the pressure and stress experienced in life, while the act of hammering nails into one's head metaphorically represents the noise and chaos that can become overwhelming. Flushing it down the drain suggests a desire to escape or release these burdens.
The next section advises against dwelling too much on the news, as it can magnify the harsh realities of the world and make them feel too tangible. The reference to the world being filled with animals might allude to the competitive nature of survival and the need to fight for one's place. This line implies that life is a constant struggle, and one must be resilient in order to thrive.
The chorus brings together the themes of mortality and shared experience. The phrase "one day you're gon' die" is presented as an undeniable fact of life. It emphasizes that everyone, including the singer and those close to them, will ultimately face death. By saying "we're gonna do it too," the singer is acknowledging their own mortality and suggesting that it is a fate they share with others.
The final verse reflects on the collective human condition, describing people as a "lying, crying bunch" who often claim to have been wronged. However, the reference to it being "two minutes to midnight" implies that time is running out. Despite the flaws and injustices, the song celebrates the unity and resilience found in shared experiences. The singer promises to embrace their loved ones tightly in the face of impending chaos and suggests that there will be no need for further tears. The closing lines, "By and by and by and by, we're living proof," imply that despite the inevitability of death, our existence and the impact we have on others are significant and meaningful.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I play my uncle's guitar
I find solace in playing my deceased uncle's guitar
Because one day, he died
His death taught me about mortality
Did not know too much about it
I was naive about death
First time I saw my dad cry
Witnessing my father's vulnerability
Comes and goes like a river flows
Death is an inevitable part of life
Lied out, dried out on the bed
Eventually, life ceases and becomes still
I suspect every one I know
I believe everyone I know will face the same fate
Is gonna meet the same damn end
They will all meet their demise
Every day your ears pop pop
The constant pressure and stress take a toll on you
From the blisters in your brain
Caused by incessant worry and anxiety
Hammer nails into your head
Feeling overwhelmed and burdened
And flush it down the drain
Attempting to let go of negativity
Don't look down at the news too much
Avoid excessive exposure to harsh reality
Or it all gets far too real
It becomes overwhelming and unsettling
Yeah, the world is filled with animals
The world is full of ruthless individuals
You gotta fight for every meal
Survival requires constant effort and struggle
So just lie back
Relax and let go
Amplify that sound
Embrace the music and its power
You gotta turn it up so loud
Crank up the volume to drown out the noise
Because one day you're gon' die
Death is inevitable for everyone
'Cause you just do
It's a natural part of life
As for me, myself and I
Speaking for myself
We're gonna do it too
I will also experience death
Well we're a lying, crying bunch of people
We are a group of deceitful and sorrowful individuals
Who say we been done wrong
Claiming to have been mistreated
But it's two minutes to midnight, honey
Time is running out, my dear
And they're playing our song
Our unfortunate destiny is approaching
I'm gonna wrap you in my arms so tight
I will hold you tightly and protectively
And hold you oh so near
Keeping you close in times of chaos
When it all starts burning up all around
In the midst of calamity
Be no need to shed more tears
There will be no need for further sorrow
Scream it out Jump up and down
Expressing emotions and releasing tension
You see
Understand and acknowledge
Yeah one day you're gon' die
One day you will face death
By and by and by and by
Eventually, in due course
We're living proof
We are evidence of mortality
Lyrics © WARP MUSIC LIMITED
Written by: Luke Michael Charles Lalonde
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