PMP prides themselves on being a small town, independent band. In every aspect of their music including song writing, recording, mixing, and producing, from end to end, in-house. Some of PMP’s accomplishments include playing for their American troops stationed in Guantanamo Bay (GTMO). Then winning the title, “Best New Act In Country Music” on the nationally broadcasted show, “Texaco Country Showdown” in early 2013 at the famous Ryman Auditorium and home of the “Grand Ole Opry" in Nashville.
After a long hiatus from 2014-2019 PMP began releasing new music with the song “Hell’s Comin’ With Me”. In 2022, “Hell’s Comin’ With Me” made its way onto many streaming charts including getting as high as #2 on the global viral charts, just under Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill”.
Poor Man's Poison
Poor Mans Poison Lyrics
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Just to rest for the writings of today
I walk alone, holding price on fate
"Singled out as lost" they′d say
As trials are forgotten
Their crimes fall short to pay
Our captain is now waking
That a poor man's poison
Could be anything that you love
When all that you know is more than you need
Some better off are alone
If you failed before to rise
Would you stand again and fight?
Or cower down, losing everything
Your brothers know you to love
As trials are forgotten
Their crimes fall short to pay
Our captain is now waking
And never fails to say
That a poor man′s poison
Could be anything that you love
When all that you know is more than you need
Some better off are alone
How the poor man's poison
Could be anything that you love
When all that you know is more than you need
Some better off are alone
Some better off are alone
In "Poor Man's Poison," Poor Man's Poison sings about the concept of a "poor man's poison" and how it can be anything that one loves so much that it consumes them. The opening lines describe the feeling of being alone and misunderstood, as the singer seems to be set apart from others, or "singled out as lost," perhaps because of their passion for something that is not understood or valued by others. The ensuing lines pose a question to the listener, asking whether they would choose to fight or give up when faced with failure. The chorus repeats the assertion that anything could be a poor man's poison, depending on how much it consumes them, and that some who seem better off are actually alone.
The second verse returns to the idea of forgotten trials and failures, and the fact that the punishment for such crimes may fall short of justice. The reference to a "captain waking" could refer to a moral or spiritual leader who reminds the listener of the dangers of becoming too consumed by one's passion. The chorus reiterates that a poor man's poison could be anything, implying that it is universal, and not limited to those who are materially poor.
Overall, the song seems to be a cautionary tale about the dangers of becoming too attached to any one thing, and how that can ultimately lead to isolation and a sense of being lost. It encourages the listener to reflect on their own priorities and whether the things they love are serving them, or becoming a poison that threatens to consume them entirely.
Line by Line Meaning
You took these hands away
You removed my ability or opportunity to do something with my hands
Just to rest for the writings of today
You did this so I can take a break and write something today
I walk alone, holding price on fate
I am walking by myself, carrying the burden of destiny
"Singled out as lost" they′d say
People identify me as someone who is aimless and hopeless
As trials are forgotten
As hardships are left in the past and not remembered
Their crimes fall short to pay
The punishment for their offenses is not enough to make up for their wrongdoing
Our captain is now waking
Our leader is now rising to take charge
And never fails to say
And always speaks the truth
That a poor man's poison
Anything that a poor person desires can be harmful in excess
Could be anything that you love
One's passions or desires can turn into a weakness
When all that you know is more than you need
When you have everything that you need and more
Some better off are alone
Having wealth or success doesn't necessarily bring happiness or companionship
If you failed before to rise
If you have previously struggled to succeed
Would you stand again and fight?
Will you try again and put up a fight?
Or cower down, losing everything
Or give up and lose everything
Your brothers know you to love
Your friends and family know you for your kindness and love
How the poor man's poison
The things that are dangerous to a poor person
Could be anything that you love
The things that you love can be harmful, especially if you overindulge
When all that you know is more than you need
When you have more than enough
Some better off are alone
Having wealth and success doesn't guarantee happiness or companionship
Contributed by Ellie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
John
on Hell's Comin' with Me
I love this song
Ss
on Georgia Law Man
"And high noon came a little too soon that day"
"Knockin on the bank on the back way out of town"
"With the marshal's boys never far behind
And then West Virginia out on the horizon"
Ss
on Georgia Law Man
This aint correct
Vee
on C'mon Down
"got the preacher man preaching bout living in sin" gets me every time, how did they wright this masterpiece.