Satan's Bed
Pearl Jam Featuring Soundgarden And Mad Season Lyrics
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I've never slept in Satan's bed
Although I must admit...still visits my place
Uninvited as you know he don't wait
Funny how he always seems to fit in
Funny how I always want to give in
Sundays Fridays Tuesdays Thursday the same
Sometimes the special guest he don't like to leave
Already...
Who made who made up made up the myth
That we were born to be covered in bliss?
Who set the standard, born to be rich?
Such fine examples, skinny little bitch
Model, role model, roll some models in blood
Get some flesh to stick, so they look like us
I shit and I stink, I'm real, join the club
I'd stop and talk, but I'm already in love
Already...in love... (3x)
Already...
In love...Ah ha ha ha...
...follows torture...follows reward... (2x)
Oh, oh my butt...
Never shook Satan's hand, look see for yourself
You'd know it if I had, that shit don't come off
I'll rise and fall, let me take credit for both
Jump off a cliff, don't need your help so back off
I'll never suck Satan's dick...
Again, you'd see it, you know, right round the lips
I'll wait for an angel, but I won't hold my breath
'Magine they're busy, think I'm doing okay...
Already...in love... (6x)
Already...
The song "Satan's Bed" by Pearl Jam is a great example of their unconventional and thought-provoking style. It opens with the lyrics "It's not all been said...been said and done..." which suggests that there is still more to be said on a topic that has been discussed multiple times. The songwriter then makes the point that he has never slept in Satan's bed, but he admits that Satan keeps visiting him uninvited. The fact that Satan always seems to fit in and shows up frequently suggests that there is an ongoing battle between good and evil that cannot be resolved.
The chorus of "Already in love" is open to interpretation, but it could indicate that the songwriter is in love with the idea of good triumphing over evil, or perhaps he is in love with the concept of redemption. The following verses are critical of societal standards that are unfair and unrealistic. The songwriter questions who made up the myth that we were born to be covered in bliss, and who set the standard for being rich. He then makes a comparison to role models, who are often skinny little bitches, suggesting that society puts too much emphasis on external appearances.
The bridge of the song "follows torture...follows reward" suggests that there is a consequence to every action, and it is open to interpretation as to what type of action is being referred to. The final verse indicates that the songwriter has never made a deal with the devil and is instead waiting for an angel, but he won't hold his breath. Overall, the song "Satan's Bed" is a commentary on the battle between good and evil and critiques societal standards that are unrealistic and create an impossible ideal to achieve.
Line by Line Meaning
It's not all been said...been said and done...
There's still more to say and do, despite what's already happened.
I've never slept in Satan's bed
I've never fully embraced evil or temptation.
Although I must admit...still visits my place
Despite not giving in to Satan, temptation still presents itself in my life.
Uninvited as you know he don't wait
Temptation strikes without warning or invitation, much like Satan himself.
Funny how he always seems to fit in
Temptation has a way of feeling familiar and comfortable, even though it's harmful.
Funny how I always want to give in
Despite knowing better, I'm still drawn to temptation and evil.
Sundays Fridays Tuesdays Thursday the same
Temptation and evil are always present, regardless of the day or time.
Sometimes the special guest he don't like to leave
Temptation can become an addiction or habit that's hard to break.
Already...in love... (3x) Already...
I'm already caught up in loving something that's harmful or dangerous.
Who made who made up made up the myth That we were born to be covered in bliss?
Why do we believe that life is supposed to be perfect and blissful from birth, when that's not the reality?
Who set the standard, born to be rich?
Why do we equate wealth with success and happiness, and strive to be rich?
Such fine examples, skinny little bitch
We idolize and admire people who embody these unattainable standards, even if they're not good role models.
Model, role model, roll some models in blood
The obsession with beauty and perfection can turn ugly and violent.
Get some flesh to stick, so they look like us
We mold others into our own likeness, instead of accepting and embracing individuality and diversity.
I shit and I stink, I'm real, join the club
We're all human and imperfect, and that's okay.
I'd stop and talk, but I'm already in love
Even if we recognize that something is harmful or dangerous, we can still be drawn to it and unable to let go.
In love...Ah ha ha ha...
Despite the laughter, being in love with something negative or dangerous is no joke.
...follows torture...follows reward... (2x)
Sometimes great suffering precedes great reward, and vice versa.
Oh, oh my butt...
This is likely meant to be a humorous or unexpected interlude, and its meaning is up for interpretation.
Never shook Satan's hand, look see for yourself
I've never directly embraced evil, and you can see that in my actions and character.
You'd know it if I had, that shit don't come off
If I had embraced evil or temptation, it would be evident and permanent.
I'll rise and fall, let me take credit for both
I accept responsibility for my successes and failures, and recognize that both are part of growth and learning.
Jump off a cliff, don't need your help so back off
I'm willing to take risks and make decisions on my own, without needing anyone else's input or assistance.
I'll never suck Satan's dick...
This is likely meant to be a humorous or defiant statement, and its meaning is up for interpretation.
Again, you'd see it, you know, right round the lips
If I had embraced evil or temptation in a sexual way, it would be evident and permanent.
I'll wait for an angel, but I won't hold my breath
I'm hopeful for good things and positive change, but I'm realistic and won't get my hopes up too high.
'Magine they're busy, think I'm doing okay...
I imagine that angels and other forces for good have their own duties and tasks to complete, and trust that I'm doing the best I can on my own.
Already...in love... (6x) Already...
Despite everything, I'm still caught up in loving something negative or dangerous.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EDDIE VEDDER, STONE GOSSARD
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