Paul
Red Electrick Lyrics


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Take off the apron
Feed the child
Time for another morning drive
I hope there won't be traffic
Now turn the clock it's time for school
Graduate don't be a fool
And always do what you're told
But it's time to wake up Paul
You'll never go away
I guess you're here to stay forever
But it's time to wake up Paul
You'll never go away
I guess you're here to stay

You got a job
You got Marilyn
You got the money coming in
I guess you should know better
But when you're all alone at night
With your cigar and glass of wine
You dream of fame and passion

But its time to wake up Paul
You'll never go away
I guess you're here to stay forever
But its time to wake up Paul
You'll never go away
I guess you're here to stay

Now Mike and Jane hold hand in hand
Dear Marilyn can barely stand
They cry coz daddy's gone now
Mike tries to hide the tears away
He got a job he got Emily
I guess he should know better

But it's time to wake up Paul
You'll never go away
I guess you're here to stay forever
But it's time to wake up Paul
You'll never go away
I guess you're here to stay

Never go away...
Never go away...
Never go away...
Never go away...
Never go away...




Never go away...
Never go away...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Red Electrick's song "Paul" paint a vivid picture of a man named Paul who is living a mundane life, but yearns for more. The first verse describes Paul as a family man who goes through the motions of everyday life, but wishes to break free from the monotony. The chorus reinforces the idea that no matter how hard Paul tries, he will never escape his current situation. The second verse describes Paul as successful, yet unfulfilled, dreaming of a life that could have been. The final verse reveals that Paul has passed away, leaving behind a grieving family who must carry on in his absence.


Overall, "Paul" is a poignant commentary on the human condition. It speaks to the universal desire for more than what we have and the inevitability of our mortality. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, and the melody adds to the emotional weight of the song. Red Electrick has created a relatable and thought-provoking piece that will resonate with audiences for years to come.


Line by Line Meaning

Take off the apron
Stop performing domestic tasks


Feed the child
Take care of your child’s needs


Time for another morning drive
Start your daily routine


I hope there won't be traffic
Anticipating hassle-free commute


Now turn the clock it's time for school
Get your child ready for school


Graduate don't be a fool
Study hard, don’t squander your education


And always do what you're told
Follow conventional wisdom or societal norms


But it's time to wake up Paul
Acknowledge the reality of your situation, Paul


You'll never go away
You're stuck in this life forever


I guess you're here to stay forever
You can’t escape your life’s circumstances


You got a job
You have secured employment


You got Marilyn
You have a partner named Marilyn


You got the money coming in
You’re financially secure


I guess you should know better
You should have better priorities


But when you're all alone at night
When you’re by yourself


With your cigar and glass of wine
Smoking a cigar, enjoying wine


You dream of fame and passion
You desire more excitement in your life


Now Mike and Jane hold hand in hand
Mike and Jane are holding hands


Dear Marilyn can barely stand
Marilyn is overcome with sadness


They cry coz daddy's gone now
They’re mourning Paul’s death


Mike tries to hide the tears away
Mike is trying to be strong


He got a job he got Emily
Mike has a job and a daughter named Emily


Never go away...
Your current circumstances are inescapable




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