… Read Full Bio ↴Paul Cauthen is an American singer-songwriter from Tyler, Texas, U.S.A.
Cauthen, born 1986, has been performing as a solo artist since 2016, playing guitar and piano as well as singing. His music has been described as Alternative country / Outlaw country as well as Americana.
Resignation
Paul Cauthen Lyrics
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My resignation
From the space station
I've got to get out before they let me go,
Before they let me go
Inebriation
My intoxication
I've gotta get out before they let me go,
Before they let me go
Then I caught a cold wind one night
They took me to a place I swore I'd die
Now I'm feelin' so much better
Livin' in this weather
I'm gettin' green, oh yeah I'm gettin' right
I'm gettin' by on getting by
Now life is so much better
I'm handin' in this letter
I'm beggin' for this kind of life
I wish that they'd accept my resignation
They say I'm crazy
Boy, they say I'm lazy
I better hit up Daisy
And head to the last call tavern tonight,
Tavern tonight
Emancipation
My aproclaimation
Hop up in this Lincoln
We'll head to the last call tavern tonight,
Last call tavern tonight
Then I caught a cold wind one night
They took me to a place I swore I'd die
Now I'm feelin' so much better
Livin' in this weather
I'm gettin' green, oh yeah I'm gettin' right
I'm gettin' by on getting by
Now life is so much better
I'm handin' in this letter
I'm beggin' for this kind of life
I wish that they'd accept my resignation
Resignation
Capitulation
Don't attack the nation
Hand in your resignation
And head to the last call tavern tonight,
Last call tavern tonight
A resignation
My resignation
From the space station
Head to the last call tavern tonight,
Last call tavern tonight
Resignation
Resignation
The song "Resignation" by Paul Cauthen is about leaving behind a difficult situation and finding peace in a new life. The first verse talks about leaving a space station before being fired, using the metaphor to describe a job or a state of mind. The second verse talks about escaping from a place where the singer felt like he was going to die, and finding happiness and contentment in a new place where he can just "get by" and not be judged for his past.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of resignation, or giving into a situation despite possibly having the power to change it. The singer is finally taking control of his life and making the decision to leave, even though others may think he is crazy or lazy. He finds freedom in being able to hand in his resignation, both literally and metaphorically.
The chorus repeats the word "resignation" several times as if it is a mantra, reinforcing the idea that it is a powerful and transformative act. The final verse encourages others to do the same and hand in their own resignations, whether it's from a job or a harmful mindset.
Overall, the song is a call to action to take control of one's life and find happiness in the present, rather than resigning oneself to a bleak future.
Line by Line Meaning
A resignation
I am resigning from my current state
My resignation
I am formally resigning from my current place in life
From the space station
I am stepping away from something that is isolating and out of touch with humanity
I've got to get out before they let me go,
I am taking control of my life and leaving before I am forced out
Before they let me go
Before I lose my sense of self-worth or freedom
Inebriation
I have been using substances to escape reality
My intoxication
My addiction has become all-consuming
Needed medication
I am seeking medical assistance for my addiction or mental health issues
Then I caught a cold wind one night
Something unexpected happened that shook me to my core
They took me to a place I swore I'd die
I hit rock bottom and thought there was no way out
Now I'm feelin' so much better
I have made progress towards recovery
Livin' in this weather
My environment has improved
I'm gettin' green, oh yeah I'm gettin' right
I am healthier and happier now
I'm gettin' by on getting by
I am taking things day by day and doing the best I can with what I have
Now life is so much better
My life has improved significantly
I'm handin' in this letter
I am making a formal declaration of my resignation or intentions to change my life
I'm beggin' for this kind of life
I am pleading for the chance to continue on this path
I wish that they'd accept my resignation
I hope that others will understand and support my decision to change my life
They say I'm crazy
Others may judge me or label me unfairly
Boy, they say I'm lazy
Others may assume I lack motivation or drive
I better hit up Daisy
I am seeking out friends or loved ones for support
And head to the last call tavern tonight,
I am escaping my troubles temporarily by going out and having fun
Emancipation
I am declaring my freedom from past struggles or hardships
My aproclaimation
I am making a bold statement of my intentions
Hop up in this Lincoln
I am inviting others to join me on my journey
We'll head to the last call tavern tonight,
We will have a good time and forget our troubles for a while
Capitulation
I am surrendering to the reality of my situation and taking action to improve it
Don't attack the nation
I am advocating for peace and understanding in a time of uncertainty
And head to the last call tavern tonight,
I am choosing to have fun and enjoy the present moment
Resignation
I am accepting where I am in life and choosing to move forward
Writer(s): Paul Mark Cauthen, Beau Patrick Bedford
Contributed by Allison O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@officerfrog
This is my kitchen dancing song. I play it while I'm cooking and my kid and I jam out. Thank you for the good times!
@jeskahaley9616
Damn. Where has he been the last three years ❤️❤️❤️❤️🤙🏽 I need this dude
@joshuawalczesky558
Big Velvet....sounding just as smooth as your name!
@RobDinsmore
This EP is ridiculously good.
@Ann-gx8bh
Love this!
@dalekarvonen1446
Hell YES!!!
@CertifiedSkank
How is this song so fucking catchy and good and nobody has heard it?! This isn’t even your most popular song that starts with “R”.
@adammyers5689
This is my life in a song. Cheers to everyone who knows this little gem of a song
@krysti2
Cheers 🍻
@TruuJones
This is spot on rn