Big mouth
Scarecrow & Tinmen Lyrics
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Are you trapped by what you said, give ear to this proclamation
Ya, Ya, Ya
The big M, it's full of deadly poison
The big M, it's set on fire by hell
The big M, it corrupts the whole person
The big M, it curses fellow man as well
People pay great attention to voices, yet their hearts are black like the hole
Put perversity far from your mouth, so your lips may preserve your soul
Ya, Ya, Ya
Ya Ya Ya
The big M, praise to the Lord and Father
The big M, comfort and exhort your brother
The big M, we're crying out for your presence
The big M, hearing is best during silence
The lyrics of Scarecrow & Tinmen's song Big Mouth reflects the message of the dangers of speaking recklessly without considering the consequences. The opening line, "You've lived enough time in the flood of dissipation" implies that the singer believes that the audience has been caught up in the excess and indulgences of life, causing them to forget the importance of prudent speech. The following lines, "Are you trapped by what you said, give ear to this proclamation," is a call to action for the listener to pay attention to the message that the song is trying to convey.
The song then goes on to describe the "big M," which is short for mouth, as a powerful tool that can either be used for good or for evil. The lyricist uses striking imagery to paint a picture of the potential harm that can be caused by the misuse of the mouth. The lines "The big M, it's full of deadly poison, The big M, it's set on fire by hell," suggest that the careless use of words can cause great harm, not just to oneself but also to others. The following lines, "The big M, it corrupts the whole person, The big M, it curses fellow man as well" add to the gravity of the message, showing the all-encompassing impact of the words that we speak.
In the final verses of the song, the singer urges the listener to be mindful of the words they say, warning them of the hypocrisy of those who seem righteous on the outside but have "black hearts." The line "Put perversity far from your mouth, so your lips may preserve your soul" emphasizes the importance of speaking with integrity and staying true to one's values. The song ends on a positive note, encouraging the audience to use "big M" to spread love and positivity.
Line by Line Meaning
You've lived enough time in the flood of dissipation
You've spent too much time caught up in sinful ways.
Are you trapped by what you said, give ear to this proclamation
Are you stuck or ashamed of what you've said in the past? Listen to this message.
Ya, Ya, Ya
Repetition for emphasis or to signify agreement.
The big M, it's full of deadly poison
The concept of gossip is very dangerous and can lead to serious consequences.
The big M, it's set on fire by hell
Gossip is fueled by evil and negativity.
The big M, it corrupts the whole person
Gossip not only affects the one being talked about, but also the one doing the talking.
The big M, it curses fellow man as well
Gossip can harm relationships and bring negativity into the world.
People pay great attention to voices, yet their hearts are black like the hole
People often listen to gossip and negative talk, even though it reveals a darkness within their own hearts.
Put perversity far from your mouth, so your lips may preserve your soul
Avoid speaking ill of others and instead, foster a positive environment to protect your own well-being.
The big M, praise to the Lord and Father
Redirect your focus to positivity and praise for God, rather than destructive talk.
The big M, comfort and exhort your brother
Use your words to uplift and encourage others, rather than tearing them down with gossip.
The big M, we're crying out for your presence
We need positivity and peace to overcome the harmful effects of gossip and negativity.
The big M, hearing is best during silence
Sometimes, the best way to respond to gossip is to stay quiet and listen, rather than engaging in harmful talk.
Ya, Ya, Ya
Repetition for emphasis or to signify agreement.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JALIL HUTCHINS, LAWRENCE SMITH
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