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ALSO, RAP GROUP FROM INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA, THAT USED TO BE IN HOO-BANGIN' RECORDS.
And a UK Speed Garage producer.
Stuck In The Middle With You
Reservoir Dogs Lyrics
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I got the feeling that something ain't right
I'm so scared in case I fall off my chair
And I'm wondering how I'll get down the stairs
Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right
Here I am, stuck in the middle with you
Yes, I'm stuck in the middle with you
It's so hard to keep this smile from my face
Losing control, yeah, I'm all over the place
Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right
Here I am, stuck in the middle with you
Well, you started off with nothing
And you're proud that you're a self-made man
And your friends they all come crawlin'
Slap you on the back and say, "Please, please"
Trying to make some sense of it all
But I can see it makes no sense at all
Is it cool to go to sleep on the floor?
Well, I don't think I can take anymore
Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right
Here I am, stuck in the middle with you
Well, you started out with nothing
And you're proud that you're a self-made man
And your friends they all come crawlin'
Slap you on the back and say, "Please, please"
Yeah, I don't know why I came here tonight
I got the feeling that something ain't right
I'm so scared in case I fall off my chair
And I'm wondering how I'll get down the stairs
Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right
Here I am, stuck in the middle with you
Yes, I'm stuck in the middle with you
Stuck in the middle with you
Here I am, stuck in the middle with you
The lyrics to Reservoir Dogs' song "Stuck In The Middle With You" are full of imagery and metaphors that highlight the singer's feeling of being stuck in a difficult situation. The song speaks to the idea of being trapped between two opposing forces, with no clear way out. The line "clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right" represents these opposing forces, with the singer stuck in the middle.
The opening verse describes the singer's feeling of unease and fear, as they find themselves in a situation that they don't fully understand. They worry about falling off their chair and wonder how they'll get down the stairs, further highlighting their sense of vulnerability.
The chorus repeats the idea of being stuck in the middle, with the singer unsure of what to do. They can't help but smile, but they feel like they're losing control and have no clear path forward.
The second verse explores the idea that the singer has worked hard to get where they are but is now surrounded by people who want something from them. Despite having started with nothing, the singer is now a "self-made man" with friends who "come crawlin'" and ask for favors.
Overall, "Stuck In The Middle With You" is a song about feeling trapped, caught between opposing forces with no clear path forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I don't know why I came here tonight
I am unsure why I decided to attend this event
I got the feeling that something ain't right
I have a sense that something is wrong or off about this situation
I'm so scared in case I fall off my chair
I am frightened that I may lose stability and fall from my seat
And I'm wondering how I'll get down the stairs
I am worried about how I will safely descend the staircase
Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right
I feel surrounded by ridiculous and foolish individuals on both sides of me
Here I am, stuck in the middle with you
I find myself in a difficult and uncomfortable position with you in the midst of it
Yes, I'm stuck in the middle with you
I cannot escape this predicament as I am stuck with you
And I'm wondering what it is I should do
I am perplexed and uncertain about how to proceed in this situation
It's so hard to keep this smile from my face
It is difficult for me to hide my true emotions and maintain a forced smile
Losing control, yeah, I'm all over the place
I am gradually losing my composure and becoming emotionally scattered
Well, you started off with nothing
You began with very little in terms of material possessions or status
And you're proud that you're a self-made man
You take pride in the fact that you have achieved success on your own terms
And your friends they all come crawlin'
Your acquaintances suddenly become interested in your success and flock to you
Slap you on the back and say, 'Please, please'
They flatter and ask you for favors in an attempt to benefit from your success
Trying to make some sense of it all
I am attempting to comprehend and rationalize this confusing situation
But I can see it makes no sense at all
I realize that this situation is nonsensical and irrational
Is it cool to go to sleep on the floor?
I am questioning if it is acceptable or appropriate to sleep on the ground
Well, I don't think I can take anymore
I am reaching my breaking point and cannot tolerate any more of the current situation
Stuck in the middle with you
I am trapped and unable to escape this uncomfortable situation with you
Contributed by Violet Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@caffeinatednation8885
Can you imagine the PTSD that guy would have had if he had survived and then later randomly heard that song playing? 🤔
@loganburbey4131
Hard to hear it with one ear
@tiweryoung2422
idk if he'll hear it very well
@JKWestlake
I'll never be able to listen to this song again!
@dawolf856
LMMFAO 🤣🤣🤣
@dfangirl72
before i saw this i had that damn undies on clothesline.
@ShoreDude105
Michael Madsen's character was a total sociopath, he played it quite well.
@ShoreDude105
Thanks for the heads up. Great movie.
@bedrestproductions375
RIP Mr. Blonde
@personmcpersonstein3571
Just realized both the Vega brothers do something fucked up to a guy named Marvin.