child soldiers
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I can't even stand the smell of you
Eating all summer wasn't frail in the winter
Need meat around them bones when the
Hale come to hit cha
Spells from the witch looking
Pale in the picture
Trails from the stench lead your
Tail to the center
I never bail, I'm a winner, Christian Bale
In a spinner, slinging shells at a villain
Phone fulla numbers that I fail to remember
Holy with the bars, I raised hell in December
Just a little bit of must
Fist riddled full of cuts
Burning in the midsummer sun
Just a little bit of must
Fist riddled full of cuts
Burning in the midsummer sun
It's like im one feet beneath my goals
One feet to hit the ball and reach the goal
Dumb sheep the type to follow for your gold
The shit turn to glitter when
It swallow up your soul
It sucks being hollow being broke
Questioning your future but
Tomorrow never knows
My heart is something borrowed from my home
I faced all them sorrows all alone
Faith been a product of my own
I been barking for a bone i'm a dog
And I'm dark in the dark


If I don't' go to purchase
Imma purchase it all
Spit from the lungs till it hurt when i cough
Learnt from the courts where I
Learnt how to ball learnt how to judge
Then I learnt how to fall
You was burning bridges
We was burning the law
Searching for the sermon in the songs
You burglarized art then you murder my dogs
Imma bird in the night, as I fly in the fog
Spending my time getting lost
Hitting the mic on my jaw
Dribbling light in the fourth
Quarter to buy me a slice or a bar
I put myself in this war
You put yourself in this war
My parents did nothing at
My knuckles they bleeding from walls
My knuckles they bleeding from war
Don't put yourself in this war
I put myself in this
My knuckles they bleeding from walls
My knuckles they bleeding from war
My parents did nothing at all
My parents did nothing at
You put yourself in this war
I put myself in this




You put yourself in this war
My parents did nothing at, ay

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "Child Soldiers" by Mike delve into themes of struggle, resilience, and self-reflection. The opening lines express a visceral disgust and discomfort, possibly with a toxic or stifling environment represented by the smell being mentioned. The imagery of needing "meat around them bones" when facing challenges emphasizes the need for strength and substance to endure difficult times, symbolized by the harsh winter. The mention of Christian Bale and slinging shells at a villain can be seen as a reference to fighting against forces of oppression or evil.


As the lyrics progress, there is a sense of defiance and perseverance in the face of adversity. The repetition of "just a little bit of must, fist riddled full of cuts, burning in the midsummer sun" seems to capture a feeling of enduring pain and hardship, juxtaposed with the heat of summer symbolizing a harsh reality. The references to being one step away from achieving goals and facing internal struggles, such as feeling hollow and questioning the future, reflect a sense of inner turmoil and longing for fulfillment.


The lyrics also touch on themes of betrayal and loss, with lines such as "you burglarized art then you murder my dogs" suggesting a sense of betrayal and destruction of trust. The image of being a "bird in the night" conveys a sense of freedom and resilience in the face of darkness and uncertainty. There is a strong sense of personal agency and accountability throughout the lyrics, with references to putting oneself in a war and taking ownership of one's struggles and experiences.


The repeated references to bleeding knuckles and the absence of parental support evoke a sense of pain, isolation, and self-reliance. The refrain of "My parents did nothing at all" underscores a feeling of abandonment or lack of guidance, further highlighting the individual's journey towards self-discovery and resilience. The overall tone of the lyrics suggests a complex narrative of struggle, defiance, and introspection, with the artist grappling with personal demons and societal challenges while asserting their strength and resilience in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't even stand the smell of you
I am repulsed by your presence and everything you represent


Eating all summer wasn't frail in the winter
Surviving in the summer was easier than enduring the harsh winter


Need meat around them bones when the Hale come to hit cha
It's vital to have strength and support when facing difficult times


Spells from the witch looking Pale in the picture
Deceptive actions and people may appear innocent at first glance


Trails from the stench lead your Tail to the center
Following the signs of corruption leads to a dangerous path


I never bail, I'm a winner, Christian Bale
I never give up, always strive for success like the actor Christian Bale


In a spinner, slinging shells at a villain
Engaged in a fast-paced battle with adversaries


Phone fulla numbers that I fail to remember
Having connections and resources that are easily forgotten or lost


Holy with the bars, I raised hell in December
Despite being righteous, I caused chaos and trouble in December


Just a little bit of must
A small amount of necessity or essence


Fist riddled full of cuts
Hands scarred from fighting and hardship


Burning in the midsummer sun
Enduring intense suffering during the hottest time of year


It's like im one feet beneath my goals
Feeling just slightly short of achieving my aspirations


One feet to hit the ball and reach the goal
Almost there, one step away from success


Dumb sheep the type to follow for your gold
Naive followers who seek material wealth


The shit turn to glitter when It swallow up your soul
Material gains can mask the true cost to your soul


It sucks being hollow being broke
Feeling empty and impoverished is difficult to bear


Questioning your future but Tomorrow never knows
Uncertainty about the future is a constant struggle


My heart is something borrowed from my home
My emotions are influenced by my upbringing and past experiences


I faced all them sorrows all alone
Dealing with all my hardships and grief by myself


Faith been a product of my own
My belief system is a result of my own experiences and reflections


I been barking for a bone i'm a dog
Desperately seeking validation and support, like a loyal dog


And I'm dark in the dark
Struggling with inner darkness and shadows


If I don't' go to purchase Imma purchase it all
If I don't go after what I want, I will regret missing out on everything


Spit from the lungs till it hurt when i cough
Speak passionately and forcefully, even if it causes discomfort


Learnt from the courts where I Learnt how to ball learnt how to judge
Gained valuable lessons and skills from experiences in challenging situations


Then I learnt how to fall
Learned the hard way through failure and setbacks


You was burning bridges
You were destroying relationships and opportunities


We was burning the law
We were challenging and breaking the rules or norms


Searching for the sermon in the songs
Looking for meaning or guidance in music and art


You burglarized art then you murder my dogs
You stole or corrupted creative expression and betrayed my loyalty


Spending my time getting lost
Investing my energy in wandering aimlessly or feeling confused


Hitting the mic on my jaw
Giving my all in performing and expressing myself through music


Dribbling light in the fourth
Showing flashes of talent or potential in critical moments


Quarter to buy me a slice or a bar
Endeavoring to earn enough to afford basic necessities or luxuries


I put myself in this war
I willingly entered into this conflict or struggle


My knuckles they bleeding from walls
My hands are injured and bloodied from fighting back against obstacles


My parents did nothing at all
My family failed to provide support or intervene in my difficulties




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Comments from YouTube:

Just Jared

This song can really help you get through so much

Larry Harmon

Shout out to Earl Sweatshirt and knxwledge for bringing me here RBMA Radio

Ok, Simmer Down

Feels good to know about this gem.

nijah

The Beat is so beautiful

Unknown 757

please dont delete this song, im fucking addicted to it. let me at least download it.

imWoozify

i have met and smoked a blunt w the legend Micheal himself- he's only 2 train rides away :)

mattisglad

I wont take it down unless Mike himself tells me to or I am forced to by YouTube.

Jordan Miles

I love this song

JubilantAntics

2:00 - end, makes my banana cry🍌

Sean Jackson

Ima dog

And Im dark

In the dark

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