11 Paul Rosenberg
Paul D. Esq. Rosenberg Lyrics
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Listen,
Joel just called me
And he told me you're in the fuckin' back, behind his studio
Shooting your gun off in the air like it's a shooting range
I told you not to fuckin' bring your gun around
Like an idiot, outside of your home
You're gonna get yourself on trouble
You can't carry it on you
Leave your fuckin' gun at home
The lyrics to Paul D. Rosenberg's song, "Paul Rosenberg," provides a glimpse into a conversation that he had with one of his friends who was caught shooting a gun outside of his home. Paul is evidently frustrated with his friend's foolishness and warns him not to bring his gun around again because he doesn't want him to get into trouble with the police. He tells his friend that he can't carry his gun around with him as it's against the law and could land him in jail.
The lyrics reflect the dangers of carrying guns around in public and the potential consequences that could arise from such actions. It is clear that Paul cares about his friend's safety and doesn't want to see him get hurt or arrested because of his stupidity. He pleads with him to leave his gun at home and to avoid putting himself in harm's way.
Overall, the lyrics serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of carrying guns around in public spaces. They highlight the potential dangers of such actions and warn listeners against engaging in such activities.
Line by Line Meaning
Em, it's Paul
Introducing himself as Paul to the person he is talking to through the song.
Listen,
Asking the person to pay attention and hear what he has to say.
Joel just called me
Informing the person that he received a call from Joel.
And he told me you're in the fuckin' back, behind his studio
Stating that Joel informed him that the person he is talking to is in the back of his studio.
Shooting your gun off in the air like it's a shooting range
Conveying that the person was shooting their gun aimlessly in the air, without any legitimate reason, and they were doing it as if they were in a shooting range.
I told you not to fuckin' bring your gun around
Reminding the person that he warned them not to carry their gun with them.
Like an idiot, outside of your home
Expressing his concern for the person, implying that carrying a gun without any good reason or outside of their home is irresponsible behavior.
You're gonna get yourself on trouble
Warning the person that their reckless behavior can lead them into trouble.
Don't bring your gun outside of your home
Reiterating his warning to the person not to carry their gun outside their home.
You can't carry it on you
Informing the person that they are not legally allowed to carry a gun on them at all times.
Leave your fuckin' gun at home
Strongly advising the person not to carry their gun and leave it at home for their and others' safety.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Marshall Mathers
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