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This is the story of the trou macacq, the pine box derby, the monkey track
The events and experiences being described pertain to the trou macacq, pine box derby, and monkey track.

Not what I heard or saw on TV,
The events being spoken of are not something that was seen or heard on TV or other media sources.

But what I witnessed entirely
The experiences being discussed were directly witnessed by the singer.

Each bend in the road was infact another curve on the monkey track
The twists and turns of the journey on the actual physical road can be compared to and reflect those of a race track - the monkey track.

Once upon a time we thought we were free
At some point in the past, the artist and others believed they had freedom and control over their life paths.

And had control over destiny
They also thought they had some level of control over their ultimate fates and outcomes.

We saw ourselves a competent band
The group of individuals saw themselves as a capable and efficient team.

Able to reason, prosper and plan
The artist and others believed they had the mental faculties and capability to thrive and strategize effectively.

But we had a chamber up in the moon
However, their optimistic beliefs were hindered by a sense of disconnect and distance from reality - like a chamber on the moon.

Circumstance made us change our tune
Due to unforeseen events or situations, the group was forced to alter their perspective and approach.

When the veil was torn from our face
When the group's illusions and false perceptions were revealed or stripped away.

We became the monkeys riding the race
They were forced to adopt a sense of frantic and desperate energy, like the monkey racers in the competition.

MONKEY!
An exclamation to emphasize and amplify the level of intensity and chaos being experienced by the group.

You think you got the stuff it takes to break away!
A challenge to anyone who believes they have the ability or means to escape the difficult circumstances.

Boy youll be on the track every day
If you take up the challenge, you will be trapped in the cycle of struggle and competition every day.

Talent, vigor, drive
Desirable qualities that would be helpful in trying to break away from the difficult situation.

Youll eat peanut butter the rest of your life
Despite these qualities, the reality will still be one of struggle and hardship - reflected by the menial and low-quality sustenance of peanut butter.

And these last things you can arrange
However, the group can still take control over some aspects of their life and circumstances.

Find other people equally strange
One way to do that is by forming connections and relationships with other individuals who are dealing with similar struggles and hardships.

Stuff yourselves in the van and ride the pine box derby to the finish line
Working together and persevering through the hardships, represented by the pine box derby, can lead to eventual success and accomplishment.

I said: Chris P. rides on a serious plan
A mention of an individual named Chris P. who has a focused and determined approach to the challenges faced by the group.

Hes going to finish as fast as he can
Chris P. is driven to successfully complete the race as quickly as possible.

The Escalator takes it personally
Another individual, referred to as The Escalator, seems to take the competition and struggles more personally or emotionally.

And does not drive professionally
Due to these intense feelings and emotions, The Escalator may not be able to approach the challenges with an objective or rational mindset.

Charming Enchantress and Bones can run
Two other individuals, Charming Enchantress and Bones, possess the skills and ability to successfully navigate the race.

Even if the winshield wipers are on
Despite potential roadblocks or challenges, these two individuals can still persevere and succeed.

I the Broadcaster avoid police
The singer, referred to as The Broadcaster, has a tendency or ability to avoid trouble or legal issues.

But the Bat was led into custody
However, another individual, referred to as The Bat, was not able to avoid legal troubles and was taken into custody.