Alphabetical
Phoenix/Musicfire.in Lyrics
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I've been defeated by them all
If they can find me
I'm done
Everybody knows that it really doesn't matter at all
All the good things that I've done
I'm up against the wall
My file has been deleted
If this is what they want
I can tell you that the order's alphabetical
Don't you get it, sooner or later
I'll be recruited by someone
Everybody knows that it really doesn't matter at all
Everybody says I shouldn't mess with you no more
If you see me on my own
Drive on
If I were dismissed I would've gotten much more
If I wasn't that kind I wouldn't care at all
Sooner or later
Sooner or later
Sooner or later
I'll change my whole perspective
If this is what they want
I can tell you that the order's alphabetical
Don't you get it, sooner or later
I'll be recruited by someone
Isn't it better?
Sooner or later
Sooner or later
Sooner or later
I'll change my whole perspective
I'll be recruited by someone
The lyrics of Alphabetical by Phoenix/Musicfire.in explore the themes of loneliness, defeat, and the desire for acceptance. The opening line, "Everybody says I'm a lonesome kind of guy," sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is resigned to their isolation, having been "defeated by them all." It is not clear who the "them" refers to, but it could be family, friends, or society in general. The singer fears being "done" if "they" can find them, suggesting that they are running away from something or someone.
The second verse exposes the singer's frustration and sense of injustice. They feel that "all the good things that I've done" are not acknowledged, and they are "up against the wall." The line "how come my file has been deleted" implies that the singer's accomplishments have been erased or ignored. Despite this, the singer still yearns for acceptance, hoping to be "recruited by someone."
The chorus repeats the phrase "If this is what they want, I can tell you that the order's alphabetical," suggesting that the singer is resigned to following orders or rules, no matter how arbitrary they may seem. They urge the listener to understand that "sooner or later" they will be "recruited by someone," which could be interpreted as a call for help or a plea for friendship.
Overall, the lyrics of Alphabetical convey a sense of resignation and longing. The singer is tired of being alone and unacknowledged, but they don't know how to change their situation. The repetition of "sooner or later" suggests that they are waiting for something to happen, either good or bad.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody says I'm a lonesome kind of guy
People label me as a lonely person.
I've been defeated by them all
I've lost to everyone in some way or another.
If they can find me
If people are able to locate me.
I'm done
I'm finished or defeated.
Everybody knows that it really doesn't matter at all
People understand that nothing really matters in the grand scheme of things.
All the good things that I've done
All of my positive actions and accomplishments.
I'm up against the wall
I'm backed into a difficult position with no apparent solution.
How come
Why is this happening?
My file has been deleted
My record or history has been erased.
If this is what they want
If this is the desired outcome.
I can tell you that the order's alphabetical
I can confirm that things are being done in order, likely without much thought or consideration.
Don't you get it, sooner or later
Do you not understand that eventually.
I'll be recruited by someone
I'll be asked to join a group or be given an opportunity by someone.
Everybody says I shouldn't mess with you no more
People advise me against engaging with you any further.
If you see me on my own
If you see me by myself.
Drive on
Proceed or continue forward without me.
If I were dismissed I would've gotten much more
If I had been fired or let go, I would have received a better outcome.
If I wasn't that kind I wouldn't care at all
If I wasn't a caring person, I wouldn't be bothered by the situation.
Sooner or later
Eventually.
I'll change my whole perspective
I'll alter my entire point of view or outlook on things.
Isn't it better?
Isn't it a preferable outcome or situation?
I'll be recruited by someone
Someone will offer me an opportunity or ask me to join them.
Lyrics © TETRA MUSIC CORPORATION
Written by: W.A. MOZART, WALTER EHRET
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