monday afternoon
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This three piece suit is wearing me thin
I got an office but its much to small to let you in
I know the difference 'cause I am different from them
And it's Monday afternoon

Last Friday night I nearly touched the sky
My mind was lucid and my words were coming right on time
I had control of the bar for the night
And it's Monday afternoon, and it's Monday afternoon

Barstool Venus, she's wrapped up tight
One night with her it would be alright
My eyes are blurry, she fades from sight

I percolate anticipating the fall
The sun is shining so, I shut the blinds and keep it out
It keeps me safe far away from the crowd

And it's Monday afternoon




And it's Monday afternoon
And it's Monday afternoon

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ian Moore's song "Monday Afternoon" reflect a sense of dissatisfaction and detachment from the mundane routine of everyday life. The first verse speaks of the singer's unease with his office job and his longing for something more fulfilling and genuine. The line "I know the difference 'cause I am different from them" highlights his sense of alienation from the corporate culture that surrounds him. Even though the weekend was a brief escape from this reality, coming back to work on Monday feels heavy and constricting.


The second verse introduces the character of Barstool Venus, someone who provides a spark of excitement and intrigue in an otherwise monotonous existence. She represents a brief escape from reality, a chance to forget about the stresses of work and responsibilities. However, the lyrics also foreshadow the fleeting nature of this encounter, with the line "My eyes are blurry, she fades from sight". This reflects the singer's realization that this sense of escape is not a sustainable solution, and he must find a way to cope with his situation in a more enduring manner.


Overall, the song embodies a sense of restlessness and disillusionment, with the singer seeking a way out of the monotony of everyday life. The Monday afternoon setting serves as a symbol for the mundanity of his existence, contrasted with the fleeting moments of excitement and escape that he experiences on weekends.


Line by Line Meaning

This three piece suit is wearing me thin
Wearing a formal outfit every day is exhausting and draining for me.


I got an office but its much to small to let you in
Although I have an office space, it's too cramped and inadequate to accommodate you.


I know the difference 'cause I am different from them
I am aware of the contrast between myself and those around me because I possess unique qualities.


And it's Monday afternoon
The current time is Monday afternoon.


Last Friday night I nearly touched the sky
During the previous Friday evening, I felt elated and on top of the world.


My mind was lucid and my words were coming right on time
I was mentally alert and articulate on that evening.


I had control of the bar for the night
I was in charge of the bar's operations for the duration of the evening.


Barstool Venus, she's wrapped up tight
A woman named Barstool Venus is maintaining a tight, alluring appearance.


One night with her it would be alright
Spending a single night with Barstool Venus would be satisfactory for me.


My eyes are blurry, she fades from sight
My vision is fuzzy and Barstool Venus has vanished from my view.


I percolate anticipating the fall
I am anxious and uneasy about the future.


The sun is shining so, I shut the blinds and keep it out
I am avoiding sunlight by covering the blinds to maintain comfort and convenience.


It keeps me safe far away from the crowd
This action isolates me from the rest of the world, providing a sense of security.


And it's Monday afternoon
The current time is Monday afternoon.


And it's Monday afternoon
The current time is Monday afternoon.


And it's Monday afternoon
The current time is Monday afternoon.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: IAN MOORE

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Comments from YouTube:

Kevin Stanzione

Great lyrics!!!

Erin Condon

Such an underrated song. Such and underrated album!

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