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”.
Prodigal
Poor Mans Poison Lyrics
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He says, "You′ll hold on to what you've found
You don′t want them slantin' your name
When you finally face down
On the muddy side of town"
So keep your eyes on the road ahead
And do your best not to stray too far
It don′t matter who you are
So don′t think no less of your humble possessions
When you see all the money they owe
'Cause all the gold they got ain′t gonna change a thing
And it ain't, it ain′t gonna save their souls
'Cause where we′ve been, and where we're from
And you could do the same, and go and get you some
But when the lights go out, you're sittin′ all alone
With no money, no friends, and nowhere to begin
Prodigal – it′s your own damn fault
Passing out the blame
Trying to keep yourself afloat these days
Will everybody gather over here
He's got a mouth full of poison
And some time to waste
We seen you comin′ down the road
Crawlin' back home
I guess everything′s goin', everybody goes
And now the only thing left is the way you left it
You had a good run and now you′re chasing regrets
He said, "Where we've been, and where we're from
And you could do the same, and go and get you some
But when the lights go out, you′re sittin′ all alone
With no money, no friends, and nothin' left to show
Where we′ve been and where we're from
And you could do the same, and go and get you some
But when the lights go out, you′re sittin' all alone
With no money, no friends, and nowhere to begin
Prodigal!
The lyrics to Poor Mans Poison's song Prodigal encourage listeners to be wise when choosing which battles they fight. The first verse speaks of the importance of holding onto what you have found and not letting others tarnish your reputation. The second verse advises listeners to keep their eyes on the road ahead and not stray too far off the path. The chorus warns that no amount of money or possessions will save your soul when the lights go out and you are left alone.
The third verse tells listeners not to think less of their humble possessions in comparison to the wealth of others. The songs suggests that material possessions do not bring true happiness or fulfillment, and that chasing after them can lead to regret in the end. The final verse speaks of someone who has returned home after a long journey, only to be met with disappointment and regret. The chorus is repeated once more to drive home the message that ultimately, one's fate is their own fault.
Overall, the song is a cautionary tale about the dangers of chasing after superficial things and losing sight of what truly matters in life. The lyrics encourage listeners to be mindful of their choices and to take responsibility for their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Pick your battles wisely son
Be selective about the fights you choose to engage in
He says, 'You'll hold on to what you've found
Hold onto your values
You don't want them slantin' your name
Avoid a tarnished reputation
When you finally face down
When you confront adversity
On the muddy side of town'
In a difficult situation
So keep your eyes on the road ahead
Stay focused on your goals
And do your best not to stray too far
Avoid distractions and temptations
You see the end's gonna come now soon enough
Life is short and unpredictable
It don't matter who you are
Everyone experiences the end
So don't think no less of your humble possessions
Don't undervalue what you have
When you see all the money they owe
Don't covet what others have
'Cause all the gold they got ain't gonna change a thing
Material wealth doesn't bring happiness
And it ain't, it ain't gonna save their souls
Money can't buy salvation
'Cause where we've been, and where we're from
Our experiences shape who we are
And you could do the same, and go and get you some
You have the power to make your own path
But when the lights go out, you're sittin' all alone
When you're in trouble, you're on your own
With no money, no friends, and nowhere to begin
Without support, it's hard to start over
Prodigal – it's your own damn fault
Don't blame others for your mistakes
Passing out the blame
Holding others responsible for your problems
Trying to keep yourself afloat these days
Struggling to survive
Will everybody gather over here
People are drawn to drama
He's got a mouth full of poison
He speaks negatively
And some time to waste
He's not productive
We seen you comin' down the road
We watched you make a mistake
Crawlin' back home
Returning to a place of comfort
I guess everything's goin', everybody goes
Life goes on, even if you're in a tough spot
And now the only thing left is the way you left it
You can't change the past
You had a good run and now you're chasing regrets
You made mistakes and are facing the consequences
With no money, no friends, and nothin' left to show
You're alone and have lost everything
Where we've been and where we're from
Our past shapes our present
And you could do the same, and go and get you some
You have the power to change your life
But when the lights go out, you're sittin' all alone
You'll face adversity alone
With no money, no friends, and nowhere to begin
Support is important for overcoming obstacles
Prodigal!
Take responsibility for your life
Contributed by Liam I. 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.