Midnight Thoughts
Madcap Lyrics


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Working for the man, trying to make the wages,
Working for the man, selling sophistication.
Working for the girl, trying to stay sane,
When all you wants a ticket on an outbound train.

Hearts can be foolish.
Turn the careful to careless.
Here is your life. How do you like it?
Are you happy with the choices you've made?





Hearts can be foolish
Turn the careful to careless

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Madcap's Midnight Thoughts tell a story of a person who is working hard to make a living, selling sophistication and trying to stay sane in the process. The repetitive line of "working for the man" creates a sense of monotony and the feeling of being stuck in a rut, highlighting the struggle to find meaning in their daily routine. The mention of wanting a ticket on an outbound train hints at a desire for adventure, escape, and the longing for something different in life.


The chorus talks about how hearts can be foolish, turning the careful into careless. This line suggests that even when we try to be cautious and make smart decisions, we can still end up making rash choices that have consequences. The line "Here is your life. How do you like it?" invites the listeners to reflect on their own lives and whether they are happy with the choices they have made. It's a powerful message that encourages introspection and urges people to take control of their own lives.


Line by Line Meaning

Working for the man, trying to make the wages
Striving to earn a living, putting in effort to earn the money required for sustenance.


Working for the man, selling sophistication
Selling products that showcase sophistication, working for someone else to earn a living.


Working for the girl, trying to stay sane
Making an effort to retain one's sanity while trying to impress and keep a romantic interest happy.


When all you wants a ticket on an outbound train
All that is desired is to escape from the current situation and leave everything behind.


Hearts can be foolish
Emotions can lead one to make irrational decisions.


Turn the careful to careless
The cautious can become reckless when they let their hearts lead their actions.


Here is your life. How do you like it?
Take a moment to evaluate your life thus far and determine if you're happy with the decisions you've made.


Are you happy with the choices you've made?
Reflecting on the choices made in life, and if they have led to contentment.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALFREDO JAIREL GONZALEZ, GIANFRANCO MASTANTUONO, JACOB MARGOLIS, LEE WISH LEBAIGUE

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