Love Token
May Brian Lyrics
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It's such a shame they don't love each other
Papa's in a jam, Mama's throwin' pans
The game's up, it's time to run for cover
Everybody's cryin' but they can't stop hopin'
Everybody's lookin' for the door that's open
Mama's making heat to keep the old fire smokin'
You got love but you ain't got style
You want your freedom but in a while
You're lost children but you know for sure
You gotta find out what your love is for
[Oh baby life ain't what it used to be]
(You're tellin' me, not since you've been hangin' round here)
[Mama what you screamin' for actin' like a demon for
And hey mama quit wavin' them hands in the air]
(Don't talk to me that way)
[Well I don't see no reason to raise your voice to me]
(You put fat in the fire you got meat for brains)
[Well you don't give me comfort and a man's gotta get it somewhere]
(Ooh, that's a shame)
[Yeah, well]
Mama's hangin' on to every word that's spoken
But Papa's hangin' onto his old love token
Oh I don't want to leave you Mama
Oh I don't want to leave you Papa
Long haired woman gonna turn you to stone
You can't beat 'em, 'cause you need 'em
You gotta live, you gotta love
Your love token's gotta fit like a glove
Listen to the story 'bout the dream that's broken
You gotta keep a hold of your old love token
Oh I don't want to leave you Mama
Oh I don't want to leave you Papa
Oh I don't want to leave you alone
But I'm gonna have to babe
The song "Love Token" by May Brian talks about a dysfunctional family where the parents are in love but not with each other. The situation at home is chaotic, with fights and arguments, but even in the midst of all that, love is still present. The song highlights the struggles and challenges of love, and how it can be difficult to maintain love and relationships even when there is still love present. It is a representation of the real-world relationship issues that people face, and how they try to navigate through those tough times.
The song also covers the idea of finding one's own identity in the midst of all the chaos. The rebellious nature of the singer and the realization that they need to find their own path and purpose beyond their parents' struggles. The "love token" could symbolize a relationship or a memory that gives the singer comfort, despite the chaos around them. It could also be interpreted as a symbol of hope that even though their parents' relationship is not ideal, a person can still find love and happiness in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Mama's in love, Papa's in love
Both Mama and Papa are in love with someone, but sadly, they're not in love with each other.
It's such a shame they don't love each other
It's unfortunate that Mama and Papa don't love each other despite their individual loves.
Papa's in a jam, Mama's throwin' pans
Papa is facing a difficult situation and Mama is throwing pans in anger and frustration.
The game's up, it's time to run for cover
The jig is up and it's time to take cover or get out of the situation.
Everybody's cryin' but they can't stop hopin'
Despite everyone crying, they still hold onto hope.
Everybody's lookin' for the door that's open
Everyone is searching for a way out or a solution.
Mama's making heat to keep the old fire smokin'
Mama is trying to fan the flames of passion to keep the romance going.
Papa's hangin' on to his old love token
Papa is holding onto a physical or emotional object that symbolizes his past love.
You got love but you ain't got style
You may have love, but it's not enough without style or suavity.
You want your freedom but in a while
You may feel like you want freedom, but it might not last for long.
You're lost children but you know for sure
You may feel lost like children, but you know one thing for sure.
You gotta find out what your love is for
You need to understand the purpose or reason behind your love.
Mama what you screamin' for actin' like a demon for
Why are you shouting like a demon, Mama?
And hey mama quit wavin' them hands in the air
Stop waving your hands in the air, Mama.
Don't talk to me that way
Don't speak to me in that tone or manner.
Well I don't see no reason to raise your voice to me
I don't understand why you need to yell at me.
You put fat in the fire you got meat for brains
You've added fuel to the fire and now you're acting foolishly.
Well you don't give me comfort and a man's gotta get it somewhere
You don't provide me with comfort, and a man needs it from someone else.
Ooh, that's a shame
That's unfortunate or regrettable.
Mama's hangin' on to every word that's spoken
Mama is listening intently to every single word that is said.
But Papa's hangin' onto his old love token
Papa is clinging on to his past love, despite the current situation.
Long haired woman gonna turn you to stone
A woman with long hair will enchant or mesmerize you and turn you to stone.
You can't beat 'em, 'cause you need 'em
You can't defeat them because you depend on them.
You gotta live, you gotta love
You need to live and love to truly experience life.
Your love token's gotta fit like a glove
Your symbol of love needs to feel comfortable and just right.
Listen to the story 'bout the dream that's broken
Pay attention to the story of how a dream was shattered.
You gotta keep a hold of your old love token
You need to hold onto the symbol of your past love, despite everything that's happened.
Oh I don't want to leave you Mama
I don't want to leave you, Mama.
Oh I don't want to leave you Papa
I don't want to leave you, Papa.
Oh I don't want to leave you alone
I don't want to leave you alone, but I have to.
But I'm gonna have to babe
Unfortunately, I have no choice, my love.
Oh baby life ain't what it used to be
Life has changed and isn't what it once was.
You're tellin' me, not since you've been hangin' round here
I know, I've noticed a change since you've been around here.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN MAY
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