Karma
Steven A. Clark Lyrics


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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



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

Overall Meaning

"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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Comments from YouTube:

@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

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