Scarecrow
Marcel P. Black Lyrics

It was you
The singer is acknowledging that the person they are referring to is the cause of their troubles.

It was me
The singer acknowledges their own part in the situation.

All by myself
The singer is now alone and dealing with the consequences of their actions.

Look what you did to me
The artist is blaming the person they are referring to for the negative consequences of their actions.

I'm down and out
The artist is in a difficult, even desperate situation.

I gotta get back on my feet
The singer acknowledges that they need to take action and improve their situation.

Before too long
The singer feels a sense of urgency to improve their situation soon.

Oh it ain't easy being me
The artist recognizes the difficulties they face as an individual.

Take my pain
The artist wants to be free of the negative emotions they are experiencing.

Take this grace
The artist wants to be free of the burdens they are carrying, and for things to be easier for them.

Take the color, the youth from my motionless face
The singer is expressing a desire to rid themselves of the signs of aging or the toll that their struggles have taken on them.

Before you go
The artist is addressing the person they are referring to, acknowledging that they are leaving.

Because you couldn't bear to stay
The singer is attributing the reason for the person leaving to their own shortcomings.

Now you've got me hanging here
The singer feels trapped or powerless in their current situation.

Scaring everyone away
The singer fears that their negative emotions and struggles are causing others to avoid them.

From you
The artist is addressing the person they are referring to, suggesting that this person is responsible for pushing people away from them.

From me
The artist recognizes that they themselves may be pushing people away with their negative emotions.

I can't win
The singer feels powerless to improve their situation.

I need some recovery
The singer recognizes that they need healing or help to move forward in their life.

I never wanted any part of this
The artist is expressing regret for getting involved in a situation they did not want to be in.

I know I told you when we started this
The artist is acknowledging that they had initially agreed to this situation.

I'm an artist first, never be called your bitch
The artist values their artistic identity and does not want to be controlled or owned by another person.

Cuz you the dog in this fence
The singer is associating the person they are referring to with negative traits or behaviors.

I done stepped in your shit
The artist is acknowledging that they have gotten involved in a messy situation.

Swore the last time that this wouldn't happen again
The singer is expressing regret for repeating the same mistakes.

But here I am
The singer is acknowledging that they have not been able to avoid the situation that they had hoped to avoid.

Spitting fire to the crows
The singer is expressing frustration or bitterness, possibly directed toward other people who they perceive as not understanding their struggles.

When they really are my friends
The artist is acknowledging that they do have people in their life who care about them.

Telling em somehow I need you
The artist is admitting that they have tried to get help or support from this person, but it has not been beneficial.

When you really wasn't shit
The singer is expressing resentment toward the person they are referring to, suggesting that they did not provide meaningful support or help.

Now I'm like what I expect
The singer is expressing disappointment in themselves for having expectations that were not met.

Different nigga with the same hoes
The artist is expressing frustration or disgust with the people in their life who seem to be using them for their own benefit.

But this water ain't gon' drip
The artist is saying that they will not allow others to continue to take from them without giving anything in return.

I gotta be more content
The artist is acknowledging that they need to find a way to be happy or satisfied with their life as it is, without relying on others.

With walking home all alone
The singer is recognizing that they will need to be independent and self-reliant, even if it means being alone.

With dinner dates for one
The artist is acknowledging that they may need to get used to doing things on their own, such as eating dinner alone.

Marrying my own self
The singer is expressing a desire to focus on improving their relationship with themselves, rather than seeking external validation or companionship.

And with carrying my own son
The singer is acknowledging that they may need to bear the burden of their struggles alone, without relying on others for help.

And with having him and hoping that he don't
The singer is expressing a desire to break the cycle of negativity and struggles that they have experienced.

Do the shit you've done
The artist is expressing a fear that their child may repeat their mistakes, and hoping to prevent that from happening.

Seeing you all the same
The artist is acknowledging that they have encountered other people who are similar to the person they are referring to.

It just don't matter where you from
The singer is saying that negative or hurtful behavior is not limited to any particular group of people.

Damn you cut me so deep
The singer is expressing deep emotional pain caused by the person they are referring to.

I can't help but bleed out
The artist is saying that their emotional pain is so great that it is affecting every aspect of their life.

Years of common sense and self esteem done spilt out
The artist is expressing a sense of loss or regret over the time and energy they have invested in this situation.

But it's my fault for fighting for the feeling of forever
The artist is acknowledging that they may have placed too much value on this relationship, and that it is their own fault if they are hurt by it.

And when you first asked for my time
The singer is remembering the beginning of the relationship or situation, when the other person expressed interest in them.

I should have told you never
The artist is expressing regret for not setting boundaries or saying no to the other person from the beginning.

Now it's crystal clear
The singer is saying that they now have a clear understanding of the situation and the other person's intentions.

You've gotta be out of your mind
The singer is expressing disbelief or shock at the other person's actions.

To come back here
The singer is addressing the other person, expressing surprise that they would even consider coming back after causing so much pain.

After all you put me through
The artist is expressing anger and resentment toward the other person, and listing the negative consequences of their actions.

What'd you think you'd find
The artist is questioning the other person's motives for returning, expressing skepticism that they have any sincere intentions.

A better man
The singer is saying that the other person may have expected them to have improved or changed in some way, but they have not.

Some open arms
The singer is saying that the other person may have expected them to welcome them back, but they will not.

A marching band
The artist is making a somewhat sarcastic or exaggerated comment, suggesting that the other person may have expected a grand reception or celebration upon their return.

Well I've got news for you
The artist is addressing the other person, suggesting that they have something important to say.

It's just me
The artist is saying that they are alone and do not want or need the other person in their life.

Surprise, muthafucka
The singer is expressing defiance, daring the other person to try and change their mind or manipulate them further.

But I won't lose
The artist is expressing determination not to let the other person's actions or words affect them further.

You gon' see
The singer is saying that the other person will witness their success and happiness without them.

That someday soon
The singer is expressing optimism for the future, and implying that they will achieve their goals in a relatively short amount of time.

I'm gonna break free of your hold on me
The singer is expressing a desire to be free from the other person's influence or control.