Rush Minute
Massive Attack Lyrics
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It's good to be here, so hard to come by
You bring pain, 'cause you got game
And needles and pins a man can't take
Peaches living in niches
Digging the scene like beautiful cliches
Throwing shapes in a gangster lean
I got some yearning, God I'm made to get high
God's left hand wasn't made to get by
Got more highs left in me
And there's more room in recovery
From evil states that strip all chrome
From Marshall Amps into broken homes
And Borstal blues to countless cliques
That rhythm sticks to those classic chicks
Still your tears and drown your fears
All is clear in a glass of beer
Peaches living in niches
Digging the scene like beautiful cliches
You fill me with endorphins
And you star in magazines
We draw liquor from the mattress springs
It ain't over 'til the last bell rings
Got more highs, you and me
And deluxe rooms in recovery
The lyrics of Massive Attack's song "Rush Minute" tell a story of the struggles of addiction, the need for escape, and the effects of fame. The singer is torn between wanting to be clean and drug-free but also feeling a strong urge to get high. The line "It's good to be here, so hard to come by" could be interpreted as a reference to the fleeting nature of happiness and the rarity of finding a good place in life. The singer is held captive by needles and pins, a metaphor for the physical and emotional pain of addiction.
The second verse introduces the character of Peaches, who is living in niches and digging the scene like beautiful cliches. She is throwing shapes in a gangster lean and ignoring wars on gasoline, implying that she is getting high to escape from harsh realities. The lines "Got more highs left in me, and there's more room in recovery" show a glimmer of hope for both the singer and Peaches, indicating that there is still a chance for them to recover and find a better life.
The third verse is darker and more somber, with references to broken homes and Borstal blues. The line "All is clear in a glass of beer" suggests that alcohol may be used to numb pain and forget past traumas. The final lines of the song bring back the theme of addiction and recovery, with the singer and Peaches having "more highs" and the possibility of "deluxe rooms in recovery."
Line by Line Meaning
I wanna be clean but I gotta get high
I want to live a clean life, but I am struggling with addiction and constantly need to get high to cope.
It's good to be here, so hard to come by
Being alive and present in the moment is a gift, but it can be difficult to achieve.
You bring pain, 'cause you got game
Being in a relationship with you is painful because you are good at manipulating and controlling people.
And needles and pins a man can't take
Drug addiction is a painful and destructive cycle that can take a heavy toll on a person's body and mind.
Peaches living in niches
People living in their own niche or subculture, with their own values and beliefs.
Digging the scene like beautiful cliches
Living life according to common stereotypes and societal expectations that are perceived as beautiful.
Throwing shapes in a gangster lean
Acting tough and cool, with a swagger that is associated with gangster culture.
Ignoring wars on gasoline
Disregarding the environmental impact of using fossil fuels like gasoline.
I got some yearning, God I'm made to get high
I have a strong desire to get high, even though I know it's not good for me.
God's left hand wasn't made to get by
People aren't meant to simply survive, but to thrive and live fulfilling lives.
Got more highs left in me
Despite all the pain and damage caused by addiction, there's still a part of me that craves the high.
And there's more room in recovery
There's always more space for healing and growth, even when it seems like there's no hope left.
From evil states that strip all chrome
Governments or oppressive systems that take away everything of value and dignity from people.
From Marshall Amps into broken homes
From the glory days of rock and roll to the misery of broken families and poverty.
And Borstal blues to countless cliques
From prison blues to various social groups or subcultures.
That rhythm sticks to those classic chicks
That beat or rhythm resonates with certain women who embody the classic or traditional ideal of femininity.
Still your tears and drown your fears
Try to remain calm and composed even when you're going through difficult times and feeling scared.
All is clear in a glass of beer
Sometimes, drinking alcohol can help to clear your mind and make things feel simpler or easier to deal with.
You fill me with endorphins
Being around you makes me feel good and releases chemicals in my brain that enhance my mood and energy.
And you star in magazines
You're in the spotlight and celebrated as someone famous or influential.
We draw liquor from the mattress springs
We're so desperate for alcohol that we'll resort to finding it in unlikely places, like inside a mattress.
It ain't over 'til the last bell rings
Hold on and keep fighting until the very end, because there's always a chance to turn things around.
Got more highs, you and me
There's a shared addiction and bond between us that is hard to break.
And deluxe rooms in recovery
Even in recovery, there's still a sense of luxury and indulgence that can be hard to resist.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Robert Del Naja, Neil Davidge, Grantley Evan Marshall
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