God
Paco Pil Lyrics


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I can only feel and think in the language of
Clinches others have concocted for you
Pre-fabricated, pre-conception
Worn like the walls all around you, all around you

How good to walk with the caprice of God?
How good to talk with the caprice of God?
Build your ivory tower so you can scratch the sky

How now could I forget to that, you're not finished yet tonight
All that you have done, still adding up for the sum
This totem has some use, this total of abuse
Real life is never used as truth

Angry artillery on your tongue
Bows and arrows highly strung
Same shadows I can see right through
Whenever I, I picture you

How good to walk with the caprice of God?
How good to talk with the caprice of God?
An ordinary human, an ordinary mortal, an ordinary model
Build your ivory tower so you can touch the sky

Build your ivory tower so you can touch the sky
The sky, touch the sky

Build your ivory tower so you can scratch the sky

And don't hide inside the sentiment
The real test is never finished yet
Face up, collect the interest
Of all the idiots you should detest

How good to walk with the caprice of God?
How good to talk with the caprice of God?
An ordinary human, an ordinary mortal, an ordinary model





Build your ivory tower so you can screw up the sky
No ordinary mortal, no ordinary model

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Paco Pil's song "God" convey the limitations of language and the preconceptions that come with it. The singer emphasizes how language constrains our thoughts and feelings, forcing us to rely on cliches and conventional expressions. The words we use are 'pre-fabricated' and 'pre-conception,' and we wear them like the walls around us. The lyricist seems to be questioning the limits of our vocabulary and how it can get in the way of experiencing the divine or the sublime.


The chorus of the song encourages listeners to break free from cultural norms and create their own reality. The singer asks, "How good to walk with the caprice of God?" He's suggesting that if we could let go of our preconceived notions or limiting language, we could create something unique, unpredictable, and sublime. He encourages the listener to "build your ivory tower so you can scratch the sky," a metaphor for creating something outside of the ordinary or expected.


Throughout the song, there are images of aggression, anger, and frustration - "angry artillery on your tongue," and "bows and arrows highly strung." These lyrics contrast with the dreamy chorus and suggest that breaking free from language and cultural norms is not easy. Towards the end of the song, the singer advises us to face up to the challenges of creating something new and to 'collect the interest' of those who detest us. The lyrics convey a message of empowerment and freedom, encouraging listeners to ignore the preconceptions of others and follow their dreams.


Line by Line Meaning

I can only feel and think in the language of clinches others have concocted for you
I am limited in my expression and thought because I can only use clichés and preconceived notions created by others.


Pre-fabricated, pre-conception
These ideas are not original, but are pre-made and pre-conceptive.


Worn like the walls all around you, all around you
These thoughts and expressions are so common that they are like the walls that surround you.


How good to walk with the caprice of God?
It would be amazing to walk with the unpredictable nature of God.


How good to talk with the caprice of God?
It would also be amazing to talk with this unpredictable God.


Build your ivory tower so you can scratch the sky
Create your own lofty goals and ambitions so high that they almost touch the sky.


How now could I forget to that, you're not finished yet tonight
I am reminded that despite past accomplishments, there is still more work to be done tonight.


All that you have done, still adding up for the sum
Everything accomplished adds up to create a greater purpose or goal.


This totem has some use, this total of abuse
This symbol has its purpose, yet it has been overused and mistreated.


Real life is never used as truth
Life experiences are often ignored or not considered true by others.


Angry artillery on your tongue
Your words are like weapons, sharp and full of anger.


Bows and arrows highly strung
You are always ready to fight with your words.


Same shadows I can see right through
I can see through your façade and know your true self.


Whenever I, I picture you
Every time that I think of you.


An ordinary human, an ordinary mortal, an ordinary model
Just a regular and common person.


Build your ivory tower so you can touch the sky
Create your own ambitious goals and dreams so that you can reach new heights.


Build your ivory tower so you can scratch the sky
Create your own ambitious goals and dreams so high that they almost touch the sky.


And don't hide inside the sentiment
Do not conceal your true feelings behind empty words and phrases.


The real test is never finished yet
The true challenge is ongoing and never truly done.


Face up, collect the interest
Face your fears and problems head-on, and learn from them.


Of all the idiots you should detest
You should avoid and dislike those individuals who hold you back or hinder your progress.


Build your ivory tower so you can screw up the sky
Create your own ambitious goals and dreams so that you can challenge and surpass even the sky itself.


No ordinary mortal, no ordinary model
You are not just an average person, but someone who has potential for greatness.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN LYDON, JOHN ALEXANDER MCGEOCH, ALAN DIAS

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Temazo paco

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