At Your Convenience
Playdate Lyrics
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Turns around a Rasta Star
How far will he go before it's
Seen his face so fast it slows
Oh
Oh
He's lost all control
And please won't you let him know
You think it's fine to think that it's not and
Acceptance won't change your mind
You spend time digging deep in your thoughts just
Look at what you didn't find
How will he know when to go if he's always
Runnin' away, runnin' away
Oh
Oh
He's lost all control
And please won't you let him know
You think it's fine to think that it's not and
Acceptance won't change your mind
You spend time digging deep in your thoughts just
Look at what you didn't find
In "At Your Convenience" by Playdate, the lyrics discuss themes of isolation, self-discovery, and the struggle to find acceptance. The lyrics begin by asking how far the singer will go before he turns back and faces the reality of his situation. The reference to a "Rasta Star" suggests a journey that incorporates elements of both physical and spiritual exploration. The next line, "How far will he go before it's seen his face so fast it slows," implies that the singer is running away from something, but is also moving towards a deeper understanding of himself.
The refrain that follows ("He's lost all control / And please won't you let him know") represents a desperate plea from the singer to someone who may be able to offer guidance or support. The second verse expands on the idea of self-discovery and the difficulty of finding acceptance. The lines "You think it's fine to think that it's not and / Acceptance won't change your mind" suggest that the singer's search for validation may be futile. The idea that he spends time "digging deep in his thoughts" but ultimately discovers nothing emphasizes the difficulty of finding meaning in a world where acceptance is hard to come by.
Overall, "At Your Convenience" is a poignant and introspective song that explores complex themes of isolation, self-discovery, and acceptance. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and desperation, as the singer struggles to find his place in the world. Ultimately, the song is a reminder that the journey towards self-acceptance can be a long and difficult one, but it is one that is ultimately worth taking.
Line by Line Meaning
How far will he walk before he
The singer wonders how long a Rasta Star will walk before turning around.
Turns around a Rasta Star
The Rasta Star is being used as a metaphor for someone who is different or unconventional.
How far will he go before it's
The singer is curious about how long it takes until the Rasta Star's face becomes well known.
Seen his face so fast it slows
The Rasta Star's fame will eventually reach a point where it slows down his progress.
Oh
An exclamation indicating surprise or concern.
Oh
An exclamation indicating surprise or concern.
He's lost all control
The Rasta Star has lost control of his situation or himself.
And please won't you let him know
The artist is asking someone to inform the Rasta Star of his situation.
You think it's fine to think that it's not and
The artist is suggesting that the listener may think it's okay to judge others for being different.
Acceptance won't change your mind
The artist believes that acceptance won't change the listener's views on the subject.
You spend time digging deep in your thoughts just
The singer believes the listener spends a lot of time examining their own beliefs on the matter.
Look at what you didn't find
The artist feels that the listener is missing out on discovering new perspectives by not accepting those who are different.
How will he know when to go if he's always
The singer is questioning how the Rasta Star will know when to move on from a situation if he is always escaping from it.
Runnin' away, runnin' away
The Rasta Star is consistently fleeing from situations that make him uncomfortable.
Oh
An exclamation indicating surprise or concern.
Oh
An exclamation indicating surprise or concern.
He's lost all control
The Rasta Star has lost control of his situation or himself.
And please won't you let him know
The singer is asking someone to inform the Rasta Star of his situation.
You think it's fine to think that it's not and
The singer is suggesting that the listener may think it's okay to judge others for being different.
Acceptance won't change your mind
The artist believes that acceptance won't change the listener's views on the subject.
You spend time digging deep in your thoughts just
The artist believes the listener spends a lot of time examining their own beliefs on the matter.
Look at what you didn't find
The artist feels that the listener is missing out on discovering new perspectives by not accepting those who are different.
Contributed by Julian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.