O Dharma
Pond Lyrics


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If you listen and don't shout you can hear the way she feels
If you squint you can make out the sliding little pills
And if you muthafuckers don't like it you can all get out

And the gods still go sideways
Or at least it seems like that these days
And if you muthafuckers don't like it you can all get out
Oh dharma, they charmed her, never fall
God, to the pure is cruelest of all
Oh dharma, she'll never fall
She should believe in karma
And maybe that's not all

When you know you're like that
And you just can't help yourself
When your feet walk back
And crush the fowers in the earth
When your love turns black
And everything looks grey
When your life goes back
And you've got nothing left to say





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Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "O Dharma" by Pond seem to be describing a person who is experiencing some form of addiction or self-destructive behavior, and is struggling to overcome it. The opening lines suggest that others might be able to sense this person's struggle if they listen closely, despite the fact that the person might be trying to hide it with drugs or other coping mechanisms. The repeated refrain, "if you muthafuckers don't like it you can all get out," suggests a confrontational attitude towards those who might judge or criticize this person's behavior.


The middle section of the song seems to offer a commentary on religion and spirituality, with mentions of karma, dharma (a concept in Hinduism and Buddhism), and the cruelty of the gods. The lyrics suggest that despite any efforts to adhere to a certain moral code or belief system, bad things can still happen to good people, and life can still be difficult and painful.


The final section of the song returns to the theme of personal struggle, describing a situation where the person is aware of their destructive tendencies but can't seem to stop themselves. The final line, "you've got nothing left to say," could be interpreted as a metaphor for hitting rock bottom.


Overall, "O Dharma" seems to be a complex and introspective exploration of addiction, spirituality, and personal growth.


Line by Line Meaning

If you listen and don't shout you can hear the way she feels
If you pay attention and remain quiet, you can understand her emotions


If you squint you can make out the sliding little pills
If you look closely, you can see the small tablets moving


And if you muthafuckers don't like it you can all get out
If you don't approve, you can leave


And the gods still go sideways
It seems as though things are not going well with the divine powers


Or at least it seems like that these days
This appears to be the case recently


Oh dharma, they charmed her, never fall
Dharma was led astray, but she will never lose her way


God, to the pure is cruelest of all
For the innocent, God can be the harshest


Oh dharma, she'll never fall
Dharma will stay true to herself


She should believe in karma
Dharma should have faith in the concept of cause and effect


And maybe that's not all
Perhaps there is more to it than that


When you know you're like that
When you recognize your own behavior


And you just can't help yourself
But you're unable to stop it


When your feet walk back
When you retreat


And crush the fowers in the earth
Violently trampling the flowers on the ground


When your love turns black
When your affection turns malicious


And everything looks grey
When everything appears bleak and joyless


When your life goes back
When you regress


And you've got nothing left to say
And you're left with no words




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@javierpichardo8392

"O Dharma"

If you listen and don't shout you can hear the way she feels
If you squint you can make out the sliding little pills
And if you mothafuckers don't like it you can all get out

And the gods still go sideways
Or at least it seems like that these days
And if you mothafuckers don't like it you can all get out

Oh dharma, they charmed her, never fall
God, to the pure is cruelest of all
Oh dharma, she'll never fall
She should believe in karma
And maybe that's not all

When you know you're like that
And you just can't help yourself
When your feet walk back
And crush the flowers in the earth
When your love turns black
And everything looks grey
When your life goes back
And you've got nothing left to say



All comments from YouTube:

@Zurxxy

Wow. This is a psychedelic masterpiece.

@ljcupra

memes psychedelic bliss only captured so often.

@kaylabrown1851

I don't understand how songs like this, don't get more views and recognition. Compared to the modern pop shit they play. So much emotion ♥♥

@UK-ns3of

One of the most peaceful song on this planet

@johapipicado4442

Tapan Gaur 👍 yesss

@Ivybeck2000

This song is absolutely gorgeous!! Not enough recognition for these guys; they're so amazing!!!! 💗

@javierpichardo8392

"O Dharma"

If you listen and don't shout you can hear the way she feels
If you squint you can make out the sliding little pills
And if you mothafuckers don't like it you can all get out

And the gods still go sideways
Or at least it seems like that these days
And if you mothafuckers don't like it you can all get out

Oh dharma, they charmed her, never fall
God, to the pure is cruelest of all
Oh dharma, she'll never fall
She should believe in karma
And maybe that's not all

When you know you're like that
And you just can't help yourself
When your feet walk back
And crush the flowers in the earth
When your love turns black
And everything looks grey
When your life goes back
And you've got nothing left to say

@JorgeADiaz-gv8wn

maybe the most underrated pond's song

@kaylabrown1851

Pond's music is always very moving and so captivating ♥♥

@hopernicus5116

This song is perfect for the last day in the world

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