Clocks
N.A.A Lyrics

Hurry up and change your mind
Don't waste any more time, make a decision before it's too late

Don't let love make you blind
Love can cloud your judgment, don't allow it to prevent you from making the right choice

Well now don't read this sign
Ignore any negative messages or signs and focus on what's best for you

The clock is tickin' and you're out of time
Time is running out, if you delay any further, you may miss your chance to make a positive change

You are so fat
The man is being disrespectful and verbally abusive towards the girl

I'm not
The girl denies the man's insult and tries to defend herself

And stupid, and baby
The man continues to insult and belittle the girl

I don't know why I put up with you
The man is questioning why he stays in the relationship if he feels negatively towards the girl

Why you talk to me like that
The girl questions why the man is being rude and hurtful towards her

Get out of here
The man tells the girl to leave his presence, showing he has no respect for her

Get out of my face
The man is being aggressive and hostile towards the girl

He puts you down, he calls you dumb, he calls you fat
The woman named Pepa is describing a toxic, abusive relationship where the man verbally attacks the woman

You don't have to go out like that
Pepa is telling the woman that she doesn't have to endure the abusive behavior and should leave the relationship

It's disrespect, and you better put him in check
Pepa advises the woman to stand up for herself and demand respect from her partner

Or you'll look back on his years with regret
If the woman stays in the relationship, she will regret wasting her time with someone who treated her poorly

No self-esteem, that's why you cry
Pepa recognizes that the woman may have low self-esteem and is affected by the abuse she experiences

Can't live without him, hmmm, that's a lie
Pepa challenges the notion that the woman can't live without her partner and suggests that it's not true

You sorry, bitter, a bad excuse for a human being
Pepa has strong feelings about the man and doesn't think he is a good person

You know what I mean
Pepa is expressing her thoughts and feelings clearly for the woman to understand

Dear heart, make a new start, brand new
Pepa is encouraging the woman to start fresh and create a new, better life for herself

Can't nobody love you if you don't love you
Pepa emphasizes the importance of self-love, as it is necessary for others to love you as well

Get wise, recognize, read the signs
Pepa advises the woman to be smart and perceptive, to notice the warning signs in a relationship

He don't know how to treat you right
Salt is describing a man in another toxic relationship who mistreats his partner

So you better learn how to treat yourself someday
Salt encourages the woman to learn how to take care of herself and not rely on her partner for validation or care

You say he drinks and he beats you, right
Salt is describing physical abuse that the woman is experiencing in her relationship

He's gonna beat you to death so get away
Salt is warning the woman that the abuse could escalate and become fatal if she doesn't leave the relationship

You got kids, you got bills, you got no skills
Salt acknowledges that the woman may feel trapped in the relationship due to financial or family obligations

You want to take pills
Salt recognizes that the woman may be struggling emotionally and is considering unhealthy coping mechanisms

All I can say is you can't stay, you better pray
Salt advises the woman to leave the relationship and seek help from a higher power

God'll make the way, hey
Salt suggests that the woman can turn to faith or spirituality for guidance and support

Don't teach your son to grow up and beat girls
Salt is addressing the cycle of abuse and encouraging the woman to break it by teaching her children better behavior

You gotta show your daughter there's better in this world
Salt is challenging the woman to set an example for her children and show them that they deserve better than an abusive relationship

Than this, worth a twist, break the chain
Salt advises the woman to break the cycle of abuse and make a positive change for herself and her family

Use your brain and say kid stop the pain
Salt encourages the woman to be smart and strong, and to prioritize her own wellbeing over remaining in a harmful relationship

I say right, you say left
Andrew Hellier is describing a disagreement or miscommunication between two people

I say no, you say yes
Hellier is further describing the disagreement, highlighting opposing viewpoints

We don't see eye-to-eye
Hellier recognizes that each person has a different perspective and understanding of the situation

'cause you keep tellin' lies
Hellier implies that one party is being dishonest or untruthful

You better recognize, the clock is tickin'
Hellier advises the person to be aware of the time running out and to make the right decision quickly

Do you know what time it is (8x)
Sandra 'Pepa' Denton asks if the person understands the urgency of the situation and the need for immediate action

The click is tickin' (4x)
Andrew Hellier emphasizes the sound of the clock ticking, adding to the sense of urgency in the situation

She's just usin' you for your dough, your green, your loot
Salt is describing a woman who is only interested in the man's money and material possessions

You need to give her the boot
Salt advises the man to end the relationship and move on from the woman who is taking advantage of him

She tells everybody you're a trip
Salt implies that the woman is gossiping and spreading rumors about the man

Or the shh, and you in love, you better get a grip
Salt suggests that the woman may be manipulating the man and that he needs to recognize that the relationship is not healthy

You're a nice guy but you don't know the deal
Salt acknowledges that the man may be well-meaning and kind, but he needs to recognize the negative aspects of his relationship

You think it's real but the witch don't feel
Salt implies that the woman is not truly invested in the relationship and is only using the man for her own gain

If you just want kids, that's cool and that's fine
Salt recognizes that the man may want children, but that he doesn't need to stay in a bad relationship to have them

But get rid of her quick, or you'll be out of time
Salt advises the man to end the relationship quickly before he wastes any more time on someone who doesn't care about him