The Mule
METZ Lyrics

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I don’t know what to do
I can’t decide
I haven’t got a clue
I’m going to stay inside

It don’t make no sense
I’ve got no excuse
Just going to change my mind

So what’s the use?

Against the wall
I see your face
I’m thinking of another time
Another place

I don’t know what to do
I’m going blind
Can’t get it straight man
I’ve been left behind

It don’t make no sense
I’m blaming you
I haven’t got a clue
I haven’t got a clue

I don’t know what to do
I’m going blind
Can’t get it straight man
I’ve been left behind

Against the wall
I see your face
I’m thinking of another time
Another place

I haven’t got a clue x 2

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Metz’s “The Mule” explore themes of confusion, indecision, and feeling lost. The singer is unsure of what to do and has no clear direction or plan for their life. They feel like they are going blind and cannot get their thoughts straight. The lyrics convey a sense of frustration and hopelessness.

The chorus of the song features the lines “Against the wall, I see your face / I’m thinking of another time, another place.” These lines convey a strong sense of nostalgia and suggest that the singer is looking back on a better time in their life. They may be feeling trapped in their current situation and longing for a happier past.

Line by Line Meaning

I don’t know what to do
I am uncertain about what actions to take

I can’t decide
I am unable to make a decision

I haven’t got a clue
I am completely clueless

I’m going to stay inside
I will avoid dealing with the issue

It don’t make no sense
It is illogical

I’ve got no excuse
I cannot justify my actions

Just going to change my mind
I plan to change my decision

So what’s the use?
What is the point of even trying?

Against the wall
Feeling trapped or cornered

I see your face
Thinking of a specific person

I’m thinking of another time
Reflecting on memories of a different period