Poison
Qodës Lyrics

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Pick your poison, you can follow me
You can run and hide but you can never find a way
Like a crystal ball, I see everything
Got me on your mind but mind your own, you never change

It started with you
It started with you
It started with you

But you don't follow through

It started with you
It started with you
It started with you
But you don't follow through

I've been through all the highs and lows (and lows)
And I've seen it all from time ago (ago)

We make choices, gamble on a dream
Heard the stakes are high, but still you bet on everything
All those voices tell you anything
Baby you gon' hurt yourself if you keep listening

It started with you
It started with you
It started with you
But you don't follow through

It started with you
It started with you
It started with you
But you don't follow through

I've been through all the highs and lows (and lows)
And I've seen it all from time ago (ago)

Was hoping by now that you would know (would know)
So see yourself out, it's time to go (to go)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Qodës's song Poison seem to tackle the issue of making choices and decisions that can have a negative impact on oneself. The opening line "Pick your poison, you can follow me" suggests that there is a choice to be made, and the singer is willing to lead the way regardless of the consequences. The following line, "You can run and hide but you can never find a way" could be interpreted as a warning that even if one tries to escape the consequences of their choices, they will eventually catch up to them. The line "Like a crystal ball, I see everything" shows the singer's insight and their ability to predict what will happen as a result of these choices.

The chorus, with the repetition of "It started with you, but you don't follow through" suggests that the singer is addressing someone who makes choices but doesn't fully commit to them or the consequences that come with them. The lines "I've been through all the highs and lows, and I've seen it all from time ago" could be interpreted as the singer having gone through similar situations and trying to impart their wisdom to the person they are addressing. The final line "So see yourself out, it's time to go" could be seen as the singer giving up on the person and telling them that they need to face the consequences of their choices and leave.

Overall, the lyrics of Poison could be seen as a cautionary tale about making choices and owning up to the consequences that come with them. It also stresses the importance of following through on decisions and taking responsibility for one's actions.

Line by Line Meaning

Pick your poison, you can follow me
You have options and can choose your path, but if you want to follow me, be aware that it may be dangerous or harmful.

You can run and hide but you can never find a way
You can try to avoid the consequences of your actions, but they will catch up to you eventually and you won't be able to escape them.

Like a crystal ball, I see everything
I have insight and foresight into what will happen and can predict the outcomes of certain choices and actions.

Got me on your mind but mind your own, you never change
You may be thinking about me or my actions, but focus on yourself because you are the only one who can change your situation or behavior.

It started with you
The beginning of your current situation or problem can be traced back to your actions or decisions.

But you don't follow through
Despite being the source of the problem or situation, you have not taken the necessary actions to resolve it or make it better.

I've been through all the highs and lows (and lows)
I have experienced both good and bad times, including difficult and challenging periods.

And I've seen it all from time ago (ago)
I have witnessed similar situations or problems in the past and have learned from them.

We make choices, gamble on a dream
We have the power to make decisions that can bring us closer to our hopes and aspirations, but there is always a risk involved.

Heard the stakes are high, but still you bet on everything
Despite knowing that the potential consequences of your decisions are significant, you still take risks and place everything on the line.

All those voices tell you anything
There are many opinions and voices surrounding you, but not all of them are trustworthy or helpful in making decisions.

Baby you gon' hurt yourself if you keep listening
If you continue to listen to and follow the wrong advice or voices, you will only harm yourself and your situation will not improve.

Was hoping by now that you would know (would know)
I had hoped that at this point in time, you would have learned from your past mistakes and improved your situation.

So see yourself out, it's time to go (to go)
It's time for you to leave, remove yourself from the situation, and take action to make positive changes in your life.

Writer(s): Jennifer Jung, Latcan Raducu-mircea

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