Two Miles
Squarehead Lyrics


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Temper temper on it goes
When they tell you off and tell you no
Because you went outside
And now you wanna go home
No you went two miles
And now you don′t know
But John, don't you pretend
That you don′t know

Hold your hand out while you can
Because there's nothing in it, is there man?
Because you went outside
And you wanna go home
No you went two miles
And now you don't know
But John, don′t you pretend
That you don′t know

Temper temper on it goes
When they tell you off and tell you no
Because you went outside
And now you wanna go home
No you went two miles
And now you don't know




But John, don′t you pretend
That you don't know

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Two Miles" by Squarehead describe a situation where the singer, John, has gone outside and is now being told off for it. The repeated line "temper temper on it goes" suggests a sense of frustration and annoyance with the situation. John wants to go back home but he has already gone two miles away and doesn't know how to get back. The line "hold your hand out while you can, because there's nothing in it, is there man?" may be a metaphor for John's situation; he's lost, alone and has nothing to hold on to.


The lyrics convey a sense of confusion and helplessness, as John's predicament worsens with each passing moment. His frustration is evident in the repetition of certain lines, emphasizing his agitation with the situation. Despite this, the song ends on a somewhat hopeful note, with the line "but John don't you pretend, that you don't know." This can be interpreted as a call to action for John to take control of the situation and find his way back home.


Line by Line Meaning

Temper temper on it goes
Your frustration and impatience continue to build.


When they tell you off and tell you no
You feel scolded and rejected for your actions.


Because you went outside
You left the safety and familiarity of your comfort zone.


And now you wanna go home
You miss the comfort and security of your familiar surroundings.


No you went two miles
You ventured farther away than you intended or were comfortable with.


And now you don′t know
You feel lost and unsure about how to navigate your current situation.


But John, don't you pretend
Don't try to hide or deny your true feelings and vulnerabilities.


That you don′t know
It's okay to admit that you are unsure and need help or guidance.


Hold your hand out while you can
Take advantage of opportunities while they are available to you.


Because there's nothing in it, is there man?
The outcome may not be what you expected or desired.




Writer(s): Ian Mcfarlane, Roy Duffy, Ruan Vanvliet

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