Alibi
Reel People feat. Darien Lyrics

Oh, Lord
Expressing a sense of exasperation or frustration with the situation.

Oh, no
Indicates a sense of impending trouble or danger.

Yeah, yeah
Affirming agreement or enthusiasm with the situation.

By the way, babe
Asking for a favor or assistance with a situation.

Won't you be my
Requesting someone to provide assistance or support.

Be my alibi?
Asking someone to provide false testimony to help support a lie or cover-up.

Say it
Requesting confirmation or agreement to the request.

Well in the streets
Referring to the happenings or rumors within the community.

They're up to something
Implying that others are engaging in suspicious or questionable activities.

But they don't speak
Suggesting that those involved are keeping quiet about their actions.

They'll tell you nothing
Further indicating that others are not willing to share information.

I know that in lovin'
Acknowledging that love can be complicated or difficult at times.

War does a bubblin'
Metaphorically referencing the negative consequences of conflict or strife.

And we best to go
Implying that leaving or avoiding the situation would be the preferable option.

Before they overflow
Stressing the importance of avoiding or defusing a potentially harmful situation before it becomes unmanageable.

So I'm guess we're on the run
Admitting that the situation has escalated and that fleeing is now necessary.

(Running, running, running, now)
Emphasizing the urgency and speed required in current actions.

But with you it wasn't fun
Admitting that the tension and danger has taken the joy or excitement out of the situation.

(Let's have some fun)
Expressing the desire or need for relief or enjoyment amidst the stressful situation.

'Cause I know the best is yet to come
Having hope or optimism that things will ultimately turn out well or improve.

As we spend all our days
Indicating a substantial amount of time dedicated to the situation.

Trying to outrun the sun
Using a metaphor to express the futility of trying to outrun the inevitable consequences of one's actions.

End of the night (end of the night)
Referring to the conclusion or final stage of the situation.

We can spend some time (spend some time)
Describing the opportunity or desire to take a break or pause from the immediate danger or trouble.

Sippin' some wine (sippin' some wine)
Indicating a pleasurable or relaxed activity.

You know that I like
Expressing appreciation or affection towards the other person.

You're my delight (you're my delight)
Affirming the importance or joy the other person brings to one's life.

If love's a crime
Using a metaphor to describe how their actions might be perceived as illegal or immoral.

Be my alibi
Asking for the other person to provide a false explanation or defense of their actions.

(A small skat)
Providing a brief musical interlude or improvisation.

Said they found a heart that's broken
Referring to the discovery or revelation of something wrong or negative about the singer.

But had no witnesses
Implying that there is no one to attest to the truthfulness of the accusation.

Many fingers pointed
Referring to the number of people who may be blaming or accusing the artist.

But never showed a friend
Indicating a lack of support or loyalty from those who might be considered friends or allies.

All the kingdom's horses
Referencing a well-known phrase or moralistic tale about the futility of trying to solve problems with brute force.

And all the kingdom's men
Echoing the previous line and further emphasizing the pointlessness of trying to use violence or intimidation to solve problems.

Didn't seem concern to know who might be innocent
Implying that those in power or with influence seem to care more about finding someone to blame than discovering the truth of the matter.

'Cause they're looking for a name
Suggesting that the authorities or those in power need someone to blame for the situation.

You know, someone to take the blame
Further emphasizing the need for a scapegoat or someone to hold accountable for the situation.

And a place that would be tainted
Imagining the potential harm or damage that could be caused by the situation.

After all of this time
Referencing the fact that this situation has been ongoing and has lasted a considerable amount of time.

We were still standing here
Indicating that despite the challenges or obstacles faced, the singer and their loved one are still together and have not given up.

I can't deny it (I can't deny it)
Admitting to something that cannot be hidden or ignored.

I crossed the line (I crossed the line)
Acknowledging that the artist has done something wrong or inappropriate.

I'd pay the fine (I'd pay the fine)
Suggesting a willingness to accept the consequences of one's actions.

I'd sacrifice (I'd sacrifice)
Describing a willingness to give up or give in for the sake of someone or something else.

I'd do my time (I'd do my time)
Referring to a willingness to serve a penalty or punishment for breaking the law.

Say now, say now
Asking for the other person's attention or focus.

If they come looking for me
Acknowledging the possibility of being caught or found out.

I'll know just where I'm gon' be
Confidently expressing that despite the danger or risk, the singer and the other person will be together.

I'll be with you, baby
Affirming the singer's commitment and loyalty to the other person.

Be my
Asking for support or assistance from the other person.

We're having fun now
Expressing a sense of enjoyment or pleasure amidst the stressful situation.

(If they come looking for me)
Acknowledging the potential danger or consequences of the situation.

(I'll know just where I'm gon' be)
Emphasizing the comfort and safety provided by being with the other person.

(Be my, be my)
Reiterating the request for assistance from the other person.

We're on the run now
Acknowledging that the situation has reached the point of fleeing or avoiding detection.

(Be my)
Emphasizing the importance of the other person's assistance in this situation.

We're having fun now
Reinforcing the notion that despite the danger, the singer and the other person are together and enjoying themselves.