Karma
Steven A. Clark Lyrics
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But in the mornin I gotta ride
Cause I'm wanted dead or alive
Dead or alive
It aint much of a life
But it's mine
One day I gotta answer for my crimes
Til then I'm just tryin to have a good time
Life on the run
I gotta hide from the sun
Wakin up when the night begun
cfter dreamin bout the things I done
The things I done
Got me livin it on the run
On the run
Find a saloon to kick it in
Cause their aint no rest for the wicked
cnd I'm the wickedest
Liquor sippin
cnd livin the life that I'm livin in
Craziest part is how them chicks all be diggin it
If I was free
I'd be thinkin bout you and me
cnd where we could be
But you know in the morning I gotta leave
Cause I got somewhere to be
Somewhere to be
cint no goin back to them old days
‘Fore I did what I did
cnd everything was okay
Them crimes paid
ct least for today
But it aint gon end well
cnd all I can do is pray
I already know I'm goin to hell
When I lay in that fiery lake
That fiery lake
You'd probably make a great wife
Maybe in some other life
But I built up a curse
cnd it's gon be a long fight
cnd a lot of hurt
‘Fore I get right
‘Fore I get right
Maybe one or two lifetimes
I'm runnin and runnin around
Town to town
Til God come through to cut me down
I'm sippin liquor to forget
But I might drown
I might drown
When God come through to cut me down
Yeah I had a great night
But in the mornin I gotta ride
Cause I'm wanted dead or alive
Dead or alive
It aint much of a life
But it's mine
One day I gotta answer for my crimes
Til then I'm just tryin to have a good time
Have a good time
Life on the run
I gotta hide from the sun
Wakin up when the night begun
cfter dreamin bout the things I done
The things I done
Got me livin it on the run
On the run
Find a saloon to kick it in
Cause their aint no rest for the wicked
cnd I'm the wickedest
Liquor sippin
cnd livin the life that I'm livin in
Craziest part is how them chicks all be diggin it
If I was free
I'd be thinkin bout you and me
cnd where we could be
But you know in the morning I gotta leave
Cause I got somewhere to be
Somewhere to be
cint no goin back to them old days
‘Fore I did what I did
cnd everything was okay
Them crimes paid
ct least for today
But it aint gon end well
cnd all I can do is pray
I already know I'm goin to hell
When I lay in that fiery lake
That fiery lake
You'd probably make a great wife
Maybe in some other life
But I built up a curse
cnd it's gon be a long fight
cnd a lot of hurt
‘Fore I get right
‘Fore I get right
Maybe one or two lifetimes
I'm runnin and runnin around
Town to town
Til God come through to cut me down
I'm sippin liquor to forget
But I might drown
I might drown
When God come through to cut me down
To cut me down
When God come through to cut me down
To cut me down
When God come through to cut me down
To cut me down
"Karma" by Steven A. Clark explores the themes of living on the run, facing the consequences of one's actions, and the longing for a different life. The lyrics paint a picture of a protagonist who finds themselves in a life of crime, constantly running away from the law, and seeking temporary pleasure and escapism through drinking and partying.
The first verse introduces the idea of enjoying the present moment, despite the inevitable consequences awaiting the singer in the morning. The line "It ain't much of a life, but it's mine" suggests a resignation to their situation, acknowledging that their choices have brought them to where they are. They are fully aware that one day, they will have to face the repercussions of their crimes, but for now, they are just trying to enjoy themselves.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's life on the run. They describe hiding from the daylight, only waking up when the night begins, and being haunted by their past deeds. They are constantly on the move, looking for a saloon or a place to temporarily find solace, but they know that they can never truly rest, as wickedness follows them everywhere. The mention of attracting attention from women despite their lifestyle adds a layer of complexity to the singer's character.
The chorus reinforces the notion of experiencing temporary pleasure and enjoyment in the present moment. The repetition of the phrase "I had a great night, but in the morning I gotta ride" emphasizes the dichotomy between fleeting enjoyment and the ever-present need to escape the consequences of one's actions.
The bridge reflects the singer's internal turmoil and introspection. They acknowledge that they can never go back to the innocence of their past, as their crimes have altered their life forever. While the crimes may have temporarily provided material gains, the singer understands that they will ultimately pay a heavy price and may end up in hell. Despite this knowledge, they can only turn to prayer, acknowledging that redemption is a distant hope.
The final verse incorporates a sense of regret and longing. The singer acknowledges that they may never be able to have a stable relationship, even though the person they are addressing would make a great partner. They recognize the curse they have built for themselves and the arduous journey they must undertake to find redemption. The mention of one or two lifetimes suggests that true redemption may take a considerable amount of time and effort.
The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus and the idea that the singer is constantly running, waiting for God to finally come and cut them down. The line about sipping liquor to forget, but potentially drowning, symbolizes the temporary relief that alcohol provides, but also the potential destructive consequences of relying on it as a coping mechanism.
Overall, "Karma" portrays a character caught in a life of crime, constantly on the run, seeking temporary pleasure while simultaneously grappling with the long-term consequences of their actions. The lyrics delve into themes of regret, longing for a different life, and the hope for redemption in the face of an uncertain future.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah I had a great night
I had a wonderful evening
But in the mornin I gotta ride
But in the morning, I have to leave quickly
Cause I'm wanted dead or alive
Because I am being pursued, with the intention to capture me alive or dead
Dead or alive
Regardless of whether I am deceased or alive
It aint much of a life
This life I lead isn't particularly fulfilling
But it's mine
But it belongs to me
One day I gotta answer for my crimes
Eventually, I will be held accountable for the wrongs I have committed
Til then I'm just tryin to have a good time
Until then, I am simply seeking enjoyment and pleasure
Have a good time
To experience enjoyment and pleasure
Life on the run
Living while constantly evading capture or arrest
I gotta hide from the sun
I must conceal myself from the daylight
Wakin up when the night begun
Starting my day when darkness falls
After dreamin bout the things I done
After having dreams about the actions I have taken
The things I done
The actions I have performed
Got me livin it on the run
Resulting in me constantly living in a state of fleeing
On the run
Continuously evading capture or arrest
Find a saloon to kick it in
Discover a bar to relax and spend time in
Cause their aint no rest for the wicked
Because those who are evil don't get to rest
And I'm the wickedest
And I am the most wicked or sinful
Liquor sippin
Drinking alcoholic beverages
And livin the life that I'm livin in
And existing within the lifestyle that I currently lead
Craziest part is how them chicks all be diggin it
The most surprising aspect is how women seem to be attracted to it
If I was free
If I were not restricted or imprisoned
I'd be thinkin bout you and me
I would be contemplating our relationship
And where we could be
And the potential future we could have together
But you know in the morning I gotta leave
But you are aware that I have to depart in the morning
Cause I got somewhere to be
Because I have a specific destination to reach
Somewhere to be
A certain place to go
Can't no goin back to them old days
Unable to return to the past
‘Fore I did what I did
Before I committed the actions I did
And everything was okay
When everything seemed fine
Them crimes paid
Those criminal activities brought monetary gain
At least for today
At least for the present moment
But it aint gon end well
But the outcome will not be favorable
And all I can do is pray
And all I can do is hope and supplicate
I already know I'm goin to hell
I am fully aware that I am destined for damnation
When I lay in that fiery lake
When I lie in that burning pool
You'd probably make a great wife
You would likely be an excellent spouse
Maybe in some other life
Perhaps in an alternate existence
But I built up a curse
But I have accumulated a series of unfortunate circumstances
And it's gon be a long fight
And it will be a lengthy struggle
And a lot of hurt
And considerable pain
‘Fore I get right
Before I find redemption or righteousness
Maybe one or two lifetimes
Perhaps after one or two lifetimes
I'm runnin and runnin around
I am continuously moving and fleeing
Town to town
From one place to another
Til God come through to cut me down
Until God intervenes to put an end to my actions
I'm sippin liquor to forget
I am consuming alcohol to escape my thoughts
But I might drown
But I may end up succumbing to it
When God come through to cut me down
When God finally steps in to stop me
When God come through to cut me down
When God finally intervenes to stop me
When God come through to cut me down
When God finally steps in to halt my actions
To cut me down
To stop me from continuing my path
To cut me down
To bring an end to my deeds
When God come through to cut me down
When God finally intervenes to halt me
To cut me down
To end my destructive course
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@StevenAClark-hd4jm
Karma out now 💜
@ttiiddllii
I love the atmosphere! Too bad it's so short!
@SunlightProjectOfficial
wow amazing tune!
@user-xh5cg6nn9e
OMG I love it so much.The meaning,the vibe,lyrics! Just came right in time.Thaaaaaaank you!
@ran_ma2678
I am so mad that it is just now that I discovered you. Ugh it is insane how talented you are. ❤️ j’aime ta musique
@movado242
Nice work bro
@parayt3230
stillz