Good For You
Nive Nielsen & The Deer Children Lyrics
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Goin 'round the corners for a puff
Would you care to show that side to your mom
Would it be good for you?
Would it be good for you or anyone else?
I′d be damned if you ever find me
When I whent out of my way to hide
You've been breakin' hearts but nobody′s hurt
Pullin′ on secret strength but it's never enough
Would you dare to take care of yourself
Would it be good for us?
Would it be good for us or anyone else?
I′ll be damned if I never find you
When you go out of your way to hide
Would it be good for you?
Would be good for you or anyone else?
Would it be good for us?
Would it be good for us or anyone else?
The song "Good for You" by Nive Nielsen & The Deer Children explores the idea of hiding one's struggles from others despite the potential harm it can cause. The opening lines reference hiding drinks under one's shirt and sneaking around for a puff, suggestive of a person struggling with addiction or bad habits. The following lines ask if it would be beneficial for that person to reveal their struggles to their mom, questioning whether it would ultimately be good for them or anyone else. The chorus and subsequent verses continue this theme of hiding one's pain and strength, questioning whether it would be better to take care of oneself and others or continue the cycle of secrecy and hurt.
The song's tone is melancholic, with haunting lyrics that speak to the universal experience of struggling with hidden pain. It questions the idea that hiding one's pain will ultimately protect them or anyone else, suggesting that it is better to face struggles head-on and take steps towards healing. It is a thought-provoking song that speaks to the human experience of hiding pain and strength and the importance of being vulnerable and seeking help when needed.
Line by Line Meaning
You′ve been hiding drinks under your shirt
You have been sneaking drinks and hiding them under your clothing
Goin 'round the corners for a puff
You have been going to secluded places to smoke
Would you care to show that side to your mom
Would you feel comfortable showing your mother the behavior you are engaging in?
Would it be good for you?
Is this behavior beneficial for you?
Would it be good for you or anyone else?
Is this behavior beneficial for anyone involved, including yourself?
I′d be damned if you ever find me
It will be difficult for you to find me
When I went out of my way to hide
When I purposely tried to conceal myself
You've been breakin' hearts but nobody′s hurt
You have been causing emotional pain, but no one has been physically harmed
Pullin′ on secret strength but it's never enough
You are relying on inner strength, but it is not sufficient
Would you dare to take care of yourself
Are you willing to prioritize and prioritize your well-being?
Would it be good for us?
Would this benefit us as a collective group?
Would it be good for us or anyone else?
Would this benefit anyone involved, including ourselves?
I′ll be damned if I never find you
I will make sure to locate you
When you go out of your way to hide
When you intentionally try to remain hidden
Would it be good for you?
Is this behavior beneficial for you?
Would be good for you or anyone else?
Would this behavior benefit anyone involved, including yourself?
Would it be good for us?
Would this benefit us as a collective group?
Would it be good for us or anyone else?
Would this benefit anyone involved, including ourselves?
Writer(s): angu motzfeldt, nive nielsen
Contributed by Ian J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@aymtru
Beautiful duet. Your voices lend themselves to each other.
@giuliafaeta8336
I love Nive's voice and music!
@durasaxon6504
Love the sweet melody
and the soft singing. ❤
Richard 🍀
@MarionFiedlerMusic
its very nice to read that you are coming to our town tomorrow! Lovely song. Charming arrangement. Bravo!
@jacqfitzgibbons2490
Sweet song- more like this Please
@snigmss
Love this!
@jeanjacquesmutz68
magnifique je me laisse séduire par cette belle chanson et le clip.
@styxcreek
The Terror brought me here. She’s amazing!
@andrewlindner5018
Me too! Great show. Good song. I wonder what Greenland is like.
@Ashley-jb4yu
Lady silence has such a wonderful voice!