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A Los Angeles-based group in the classic California rock band tradition of Mötley Crüe, GNR, and Van Halen, Poets & Pornstars specialize in three-chord stompers full of characters straight out of pulp fiction. Led by frontman, singer, guitarist, and writer Hal Ozsan, the band also includes lead guitarist Tom "Domo" Domaracki, keyboardist Randy Austin, bassist Sally Hope, and drummer Dave Plesh. Ozsan, who was born in Cyprus but raised in Essex, England, moved to L.A. when he was 19 years old. After playing for a time in the short-lived band the Beautiful Spiral, he began committing some of his songs to four-track, and Poets & Pornstars were officially born when he drafted in some musician friends to help him with the project. The initial version of the band didn't quite click correctly, but in time the current lineup came together in fine fashion. The group released the self-titled Poets & Pornstars in 2005. A revamped version of the album appeared from Adrenaline Records in 2007. ~ Steve Leggett, All Music Guide
Strange
Poets & Pornstars Lyrics
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It's always something so strange, I just want my life to change
It's always something so strange, I just want my life to change
You always keep your shit the same
It's always just the same
There's a sad face on my left knee
& I only say that now because you left me
But now you're tryna kick me out just like I'm Messi
We met in Argentina, playing lots of FIFA
Smoking reefer
I've been tryna lead ya
Bullshit on my plate
& now I'm tryna feed ya
It's like June & Japan
Happy face on my right knee like its Yin & Yang
Praises due to Aloe Blacc
But I've been the man
My cards flushing royal
Now I'm in my hand
Should have known you'd burn my shit just like some hot sand
Left me crying in the corner like god damn
We at the table
She telling me to gamble
I sat down beside her like Whats up
She rolled me a four
I rolled me a blunt
We needed threes
Now that's tough luck
It's always something so strange, I just want my life to change
It's always something so strange, I just want my life to change
It's always something so strange, I just want my life to change
You always keep your shit the same
It's always just the same
Aite
Admit it admit it admit it admit
I'm not fucking kidding
This is how I'm living
I won't say when I'm forgiving
I give two fucks when I want to
You give no shits you don't want to
You're fucking off
I'm fucking on
I love the strings I'm plucking on
What's so wrong with you
Yeah, yeah
What must this song now do
Right, right
Should we explain the pain
Or would that make us the same
We only feel insane when we drive the same lane
Everything is a game & I couldn't quit
So I just press play
It's always something so strange, I just want my life to change
It's always something so strange, I just want my life to change
It's always something so strange, I just want my life to change
You always keep your shit the same
It's always just the same
These lyrics tell a story of frustration and a longing for change in life. The repetition of the line "It's always something so strange, I just want my life to change" emphasizes the singer's discontentment with their current situation. They express a desire for things to be different, implying that their life is filled with unusual or unexpected circumstances that they are tired of dealing with.
The lyrics also hint at a past romantic relationship that ended with the singer feeling abandoned. The mention of a "sad face on my left knee" suggests a physical manifestation of emotional pain. The singer reflects on how their former partner tried to clean up their messes, but eventually, they were pushed away as if they were Argentinean soccer player Lionel Messi. The references to Argentina, FIFA, and smoking "reefer" create a backdrop of leisure and intoxication, highlighting the carefree moments they shared. However, the relationship now feels imbalanced, with the singer feeling like they are being forced to take care of the other person's needs.
The next part of the lyrics introduces a sense of resignation and acceptance of the singer's current circumstances. They mention being at a table, presumably gambling, possibly symbolizing the unpredictability of life. The mention of rolling a four and a blunt suggests a reliance on luck and finding solace in escapism. The mention of Aloe Blacc, a musician known for his soulful songs, praises the artist but also suggests that the singer sees himself as the one in control, confidently holding the winning hand in a game of cards. The burning of their belongings, represented by "hot sand," further emphasizes the pain and betrayal they felt from their past relationship.
The final paragraph shifts the focus to the singer's own attitude and outlook on life. They assert their authenticity and lack of pretense, stating, "I won't say when I'm forgiving." They acknowledge their willingness to prioritize their own desires and emotions, contrasting it with the indifference and lack of empathy from the other person. The lyrics also touch on the idea of playing games and the blurred line between sanity and insanity. The line "We only feel insane when we drive the same lane" suggests that conformity and sameness can lead to feelings of madness. Ultimately, the singer feels a sense of resignation, choosing to press play on the game of life and face whatever comes their way rather than resigning themselves to the monotony of the familiar.
In summary, the lyrics of "Strange" by Poets & Pornstars convey a sense of frustration with the strange and unpredictable aspects of life. They reflect on a past relationship, feelings of abandonment, and a desire for change. The lyrics also touch on themes of escapism, resilience, and the importance of staying true to oneself in a world that often feels stagnant or repetitive.
Line by Line Meaning
It's always something so strange, I just want my life to change
There are always unexpected and unusual things happening in my life, and I'm longing for a transformation.
You always keep your shit the same
You never change or evolve, and your life remains stagnant.
There's a sad face on my left knee
I have a physical reminder of sorrow and pain on my left knee.
& I only say that now because you left me
I can only speak about this sadness now because you are no longer with me.
You been tryna clean my shit up because I'm messy
You have been attempting to help me fix my life because I am disorganized and chaotic.
But now you're tryna kick me out just like I'm Messi
However, now you are trying to push me away just like the way Messi, a football player, can be kicked out of a game.
We met in Argentina, playing lots of FIFA
We first met in Argentina, spending time together playing FIFA video game.
Smoking reefer
We were also consuming marijuana.
I've been tryna lead ya
I have been attempting to guide you in life.
Bullshit on my plate
I have a lot of problems and difficulties to deal with.
& now I'm tryna feed ya
And now I am trying to provide for you and take care of you.
It's like June & Japan
This situation is similar to the month of June and the country of Japan, both representing a sense of confusion and foreignness.
Happy face on my right knee like its Yin & Yang
On my right knee, there is a symbol of happiness, contrasting with the sorrow on my left knee, resembling the concept of Yin and Yang.
Praises due to Aloe Blacc
I appreciate and acknowledge the talent and work of the musician Aloe Blacc.
But I've been the man
However, I have always been confident and successful.
My cards flushing royal
I have a hand in a card game that is of high value, like a royal flush in poker.
Now I'm in my hand
Now, I am in control of my own destiny and taking charge of my life.
Should have known you'd burn my shit just like some hot sand
I should have been aware that you would harm and destroy my belongings, similar to the burning sensation of hot sand.
Left me crying in the corner like god damn
You left me alone and devastated, causing me to cry in despair.
We at the table
We are sitting together at a table.
She telling me to gamble
She is encouraging me to take risks and engage in gambling.
I sat down beside her like Whats up
I took a seat next to her casually, greeting her with a simple 'What's up?'
She rolled me a four
She rolled the dice for me and got a four.
I rolled me a blunt
I prepared and smoked a cannabis cigarette.
We needed threes
We required dice rolls that would result in threes.
Now that's tough luck
Unfortunately, we were unlucky and did not get the desired outcome.
Aite
Alright.
Admit it admit it admit it admit
Confess the truth repeatedly.
I'm not fucking kidding
I am absolutely serious.
This is how I'm living
This is my current lifestyle and reality.
I won't say when I'm forgiving
I will not reveal the moment or conditions under which I will forgive you.
I give two fucks when I want to
I only care or concern myself when I decide to.
You give no shits you don't want to
You don't care about anything unless you choose to.
You're fucking off
You are behaving recklessly or irresponsibly.
I'm fucking on
I am engaging in sexual activities.
I love the strings I'm plucking on
I enjoy manipulating and controlling situations or people.
What's so wrong with you
What are the issues or problems that you have?
Yeah, yeah
An expression of agreement or affirmation.
What must this song now do
What is the purpose or effect that this song must achieve?
Right, right
An expression signifying understanding or agreement.
Should we explain the pain
Should we articulate and describe the suffering?
Or would that make us the same
Would that put us in the same category or level?
We only feel insane when we drive the same lane
We only experience madness or insanity when we follow the same path or routine.
Everything is a game & I couldn't quit
Life feels like a game, and I couldn't find a way to stop playing.
So I just press play
Therefore, I continue to move forward and engage in life.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Camden Barnes, Charles Fox
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
D'Asia J
This song rocks !!!
Nick
So fucking underrated....