The Fake The Snake And The Birthday Cake
Punchline Lyrics


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Remember the good old days
Before I was replaced by a fake
I'm not the only on that thinks
It's safe to say you've changed
(Away, away, away)
Remember the good old days
Before I was replaced by a fake
I'm not the only on that thinks
It's safe to say you're only hip
As in hypocrite, critically unacclaimed

Stop looking at the mess that we've made
And why the hell is every other night is us making mistakes
We'll work it out
Maybe it will work out itself
Where tomorrow takes us no one can tell
I took the long way home today
Hoping that we wouldn't cross paths unusually
It's a part of my routine
And I am trying to change
I'll take the long way

Remember the good old days
Before I was replaced by a fake
I'm not the only on that thinks
It's safe to say you've changed
(away, away, away)
Remember the good old days
Before I was replaced by a fake
I'm not the only on that thinks
You're only hip
As in hypocrite, critically unacclaimed
Hip as in hypocrite, your changing your name
Yeah, yeah, yeah, whoa

Five steps to the center we stand
Let's throw a coin up and see how it lands
The way we were, the way we weren't
Who's to say?
How much of you and me do you still see?
How much of you and me do you still see?
(Do you see?) How much do you see?

Remember the good old days
Before I was replaced by a fake
I'm not the only on that thinks
It's safe to say you've changed
(away, away, away)
Remember the good old days
Before I was replaced by a fake
I'm not the only on that thinks
You're only hip
As in hipocrit, critically unacclaimed
Hip as in hipocrit, your changing your name
And your address
Right it down baby don't forget
Did you lose all your friends because of me?

Change your name and your address
It was all a consequence
Did you lose all your friends because of me?

What happened, why did we, where will we go?

Remember the good old days? (Do you remember?)
Remember the good old days? (Do you remember?)
What happened, why did we, where will we go?
Remember the good old days? (Do you remember?)
Remember the good old days? (Do you remember?)
Yeah, yeah, yeah

Remember the good old days
Before I was replaced by a fake
I'm not the only on that thinks
It's safe to say you've changed
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Remember the good old days
Before I was replaced by a fake




I'm not the only on that thinks
You've changed

Overall Meaning

The song "The Fake The Snake And The Birthday Cake" by Punchline is a reflection on the changes in a relationship that has grown apart. The lyrics start with a longing for the "good old days" before the singer was replaced by someone who is fake, leading them to believe that the other person has changed. The chorus repeats this sentiment, with the addition of the term hypocrite, suggesting that the other person is putting on a façade to fit in with a certain crowd.


The second verse explores the messiness of their current situation, admitting to making mistakes but still hoping for a solution. The line "how much of you and me do you still see?" indicates a sense of loss and uncertainty in the relationship. The bridge introduces the idea of chance, with the suggestion of flipping a coin to see where they land. The lines "what happened, why did we, where will we go?" reflect a sense of confusion and regret.


Overall, the song is an honest portrayal of the difficulties that arise when a relationship changes, with a focus on the loss of authenticity and connection. The repetition of the phrase "remember the good old days" highlights the sense of nostalgia and longing for what once was.


Line by Line Meaning

Remember the good old days
Reflecting on a past period of time


Before I was replaced by a fake
Feeling replaced by someone who is not genuine


I'm not the only on that thinks
Acknowledging that others share the same sentiment


It's safe to say you've changed
Observing changes in someone's behavior or personality


(Away, away, away)
Repeating a phrase for emphasis


You're only hip, as in hypocrite, critically unacclaimed
Mocking someone for being trendy or fake and receiving negative criticism for it


Stop looking at the mess that we've made
Encouraging to move forward without dwelling on past mistakes


And why the hell is every other night is us making mistakes
Questioning why mistakes keep happening frequently


We'll work it out
Believing that issues can be resolved


Maybe it will work out itself
Possibly suggesting to let things happen naturally


Where tomorrow takes us no one can tell
Acknowledging uncertainty of the future


I took the long way home today
Trying to avoid crossing paths with someone


Hoping that we wouldn't cross paths unusually
Desiring to avoid a potentially contentious situation


It's a part of my routine
Explaining a familiar habit


And I am trying to change
Admitting a desire to break from the routine


I'll take the long way
Committing to change


Hip as in hypocrite, your changing your name
Reiterating mockery for trying to fit in and changing identity


Five steps to the center we stand
Physical description of a situation


Let's throw a coin up and see how it lands
Suggesting to take a chance or risk


The way we were, the way we weren't
Remembering a preferred past and contrasting it with the present


Who's to say?
Questioning who has authority over a matter


How much of you and me do you still see?
Inquiring about the level of connection and understanding that remains


Do you see? How much do you see?
Repeating a question for emphasis


And your address, right it down baby don't forget
Directing someone to provide their contact information


Change your name and your address, it was all a consequence
Blaming someone else for the consequences of their actions


Did you lose all your friends because of me?
Questioning if the loss of friendships was due to one's actions


What happened, why did we, where will we go?
Pondering about past events and future plans


Remember the good old days? (Do you remember?)
Pleading to remember a time that was better


Yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing agreement or affirmation




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