Linchpin
Mundy Lyrics


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LINCHPIN

I've noticed that you can't even bare to look and see
take out those drunken eyes and learn just how to be
I hear you calling but you will not let me speak
can't hide it any more, your wall's about to leak

Chorus
you got to let me in, to pull the root,
you got to let me in, to find the truth and pull the linchpin

It's got to end now it has gone way too far
the sparkle robber overdosed in his car
they found a note that he left on the ground
it said yours was the strongest sparkle that he'd ever found

Chorus

and it's nearly over
and you're my lover




but it won't be over
'till we pull the linchpin

Overall Meaning

In Mundy's song "Linchpin", the singer addresses someone who seems to have issues with alcoholism and self-destructive behavior. The lyrics convey a sense of frustration and concern for this person, whom the singer is trying to reach out to but finds reluctant to engage with. The opening lines suggest that the person is avoiding confrontation and introspection, and instead relying on alcohol as a way to cope with their problems. The singer implores them to "take out those drunken eyes" and confront their true selves. The metaphor of a "linchpin" underscores this message, as the linchpin is the vital component that holds everything together, and removing it can cause a breakdown of the entire system. By "pulling the linchpin", the singer is urging this person to address their root issues and find the truth behind their behavior, as only then can they hope to overcome them.


The chorus repeats the message of the song, emphasizing the importance of confronting the problem and finding a solution. The urgency of the situation is highlighted in the second verse, where the singer references a "sparkle robber" who overdoses on drugs, leaving a note that suggests he had been searching for something elusive and fleeting. The tragic end to this story reinforces the importance of not letting destructive tendencies go unchecked, and the need to address them before it is too late. The final lines suggest that the singer and the person in question share a close relationship, but that this will not be enough to solve the problem: only by "pulling the linchpin" can they hope to move forward.


Overall, "Linchpin" is a poignant and insightful song that addresses the complex issues of addiction and self-destructive behavior. It urges its listeners to take a hard look at themselves and their behavior, and to confront the issues that may be holding them back. The metaphor of the "linchpin" serves as a powerful reminder that everything in our lives is interconnected, and that addressing the root causes of our problems is essential to achieving lasting change.


Line by Line Meaning

I've noticed that you can't even bare to look and see
I can tell that you are unwilling to face reality.


take out those drunken eyes and learn just how to be
You need to come to terms with your habits and learn to be more responsible.


I hear you calling but you will not let me speak
You reach out for help, but refuse to listen to any advice.


can't hide it any more, your wall's about to leak
You can't suppress your emotions any longer and they are about to spill over.


Chorus
The chorus serves as a repetition of the idea that the person needs to let the singer in to help them find the root of their problems and pull the 'linchpin' or the key element that holds everything together.


It's got to end now it has gone way too far
The situation has gone beyond what is acceptable and needs to come to an end.


the sparkle robber overdosed in his car
A person who stole glitter or any object that sparkles, overdosed while using it and died in their car.


they found a note that he left on the ground
The person who overdosed left a note behind where they passed away.


it said yours was the strongest sparkle that he'd ever found
The note referred to the stolen object, and implied that the object the person took from the singer was the most alluring or captivating one that the person had ever found.


Chorus
The chorus repeats the idea of needing to let the singer in to help find the key to the person's problems.


and it's nearly over
Things are coming to a close.


and you're my lover
Despite everything, the two are still in a romantic relationship.


but it won't be over
The situation won't resolve itself without intervention.


'till we pull the linchpin
The key to ending the problem is finding and addressing the core issue.




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