Bardo States
Salvia Plath Lyrics


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When your livin', There's no forgivin', Those things you do.
I'm inspired untill I retire, all that I do.

When your livin', There's no forgivin', Those things you do.
Im inspired, till i'm retired, all that I do.
Im entitled, to take me higher, that's what we do.
See the ceiling, thats with we're dealing, is'nt it good?




Overall Meaning

In the song "Bardo States" by Salvia Plath, the lyrics suggest that when one is alive, there are no opportunities for forgiveness for one's actions. The singer is committed to being inspired until they retire, and all they do is directed towards that inspiration. The lyrics suggest a sense of entitlement in taking oneself higher, asserting that it is their right to strive for greatness. The line "see the ceiling, that's what we're dealing with, isn't it good?" likely suggests a recognition of the limitations and challenges that come with striving for greatness, but it is still something to be celebrated and pursued.


The lyrics of this song suggest a sense of determination and ambition that is palpable. The repetition of the phrase "when you're living, there's no forgivin'" underscores the urgency and importance the singer places on achieving their goals. At the same time, the line "see the ceiling, that's what we're dealing with" offers a level of realism that grounds the song somewhat, suggesting that while the singer may be striving for greatness, they also understand the limitations and challenges that come with it.


Line by Line Meaning

When your livin', There's no forgivin', Those things you do.
Living life means being held accountable for all your actions, without any forgiveness for things you may regret.


I'm inspired untill I retire, all that I do.
I'm constantly motivated to create and accomplish until I can no longer work due to retirement.


When your livin', There's no forgivin', Those things you do.
Living life means being held accountable for all your actions, without any forgiveness for things you may regret.


Im inspired, till i'm retired, all that I do.
I'm always driven to find inspiration and create, until I am no longer able to work due to retirement.


Im entitled, to take me higher, that's what we do.
I believe that I have the right to strive for success and to reach new heights in life, as it is a natural part of the human experience.


See the ceiling, thats with we're dealing, is'nt it good?
We are limited only by the boundaries we set for ourselves, and it is a positive thing to push against those boundaries and aim for greater accomplishments.




Writer(s): Micheal Collins

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@raeann666

when youre living
theres no forgiving those things you do
im inspired until i retire
all that i do
when youre living
theres no forgiving those things you do
im inspired till im retired
all that i do
im entitled to take me higher
thats what we do
see the ceiling
thats what were dealing
isnt it good



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