PCP performances are unique and eclectic, as likely to mix a Salt N Pepa cover with Bach and follow the medley with something sublime by Arvo Pärt or WEINLAND, as they are to enlist beatbox/comedian/playwright Reggie Watts to collaborate on-stage with them in front of 700 people with no rehearsal to cover a Britney Spears song.
In keeping with this philosophy and the spirit of their eclectic live performances, the group has independently produced an LP available nationally August 12, 2008. Featured on this recording are collaborations with Laura Gibson, WEINLAND, Loch Lomond, 3 Leg Torso, a cover of Toxic, Manuel De Falla’s Ritual Fire Dance, and… a few more surprises.
DAZED AND CONFUSED
Portland Cello Project Lyrics
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Wanted a man, never bargained for you
Lots of people talk, a few of them know
Soul of a man was created below
You hurt and abuse, telling all of your lies
Run around, sweet baby, Lord, how they hypnotize
Sweet little baby, gotta know where you've been
Every day I work so hard, bringing home my hard earned pay
Try to love you, baby but you push me away
Don't know where you're going, only know just where you've been
Sweet little baby, I want you again
Been dazed and confused for so long, it's not true
Wanted a man, never bargained for you
Take it easy, baby, let them say what they will
Will your tongue wag so much when I send you the bill, oh?
The first stanza of Portland Cello Project's song "Dazed and Confused" is a recount of the singer's struggle with confusion and frustration. They have been dazed and confused for so long that it no longer seems true. They wanted a man in their life, but not the one that they bargained for. They speak of other people who talk, but few of them truly know what they are going through. Then, they make a reference to the creation of the soul of a man below.
The second stanza reveals that the singer is in a toxic relationship. They are being hurt and abused by their partner who tells lies to make them stay. The partner is constantly running around, hypnotizing them with their charm. The singer asks where their partner is going and wants to know where they have been. In a desperate attempt to keep their partner in their life, they say that they will love them anyway and come back to them. The third stanza speaks of the daily struggle of earning a living and trying to love their partner who keeps pushing them away. The singer doesn't know where their partner is going, but knows where they have been. They still want their sweet little baby back in their life.
The last line of the song is a sarcastic remark. The singer tells their partner to take it easy and let people say what they want. But they also ask if their partner’s tongue will still wag when the singer sends them the bill for their abusive behavior. This song encompasses the struggle of a person stuck in a toxic relationship, trying to keep the relationship going, and the emotional turmoil of the process.
Line by Line Meaning
Been dazed and confused for so long, it's not true
I've been bewildered and uncertain for a very long time, and that's a fact
Wanted a man, never bargained for you
I desired a particular type of man, and didn't expect to end up with someone like you
Lots of people talk, a few of them know
Many individuals chatter, but only a small group truly understand
Soul of a man was created below
A man's spirit was originated in an inferior place
You hurt and abuse, telling all of your lies
You cause harm and mistreat me while deceitfully speaking untruths
Run around, sweet baby, Lord, how they hypnotize
You freely enjoy promiscuity and it's mesmerizing to those around you
Sweet little baby, gotta know where you've been
My dear, I need to be aware of your past experiences
Gonna love you, baby, here I come again
I'm going to express my affection to you once more
Every day I work so hard, bringing home my hard earned pay
I toil diligently every day to earn my money
Try to love you, baby but you push me away
I'm attempting to love you, yet you resist my advances
Don't know where you're going, only know just where you've been
I'm clueless about your future plans, but I'm aware of your previous whereabouts
Sweet little baby, I want you again
My dear, I desire you once more
Take it easy, baby, let them say what they will
Relax, my darling, don't worry about what others say
Will your tongue wag so much when I send you the bill, oh?
Will you still have so much to say when I present you with the invoice?
Writer(s): James Patrick
Contributed by Leah F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.