Black Sheep
Suckers Lyrics


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Don't care, I'm not sorry, I don't sow what I reap, hide all my jewelry and sheer the black sheep.
And you want it, and you need it, yeah you want it, but I won't give it away.
Fever has broken, the bubble has burst, don't want the lies that I'm saying to sound too rehearsed.
Cause you're honest and you mean it, yeah, you're honest but, man, I won't believe you again.
Set me on fire, finger like live wires, you like pulling on hair and playing truth or dare, well that's a pretty little getup you got on tonight, I'd like to see it round your ankles while we scratch and we bite but then, something's got the best of you, don't let it get the rest of you.
Don't let it get the rest of you.
Sure getting tired of running around, everyone married or six feet in the ground.
But you love it, you won't lave it, yeah, you love it but hey I just take what I can.
New York apartment with modern decor, nothing got on ya but the back of the door.
And you're happy, yeah, you're living and you're happy, yeah, man, you don't need anyone.
Set it on fire and burn it away, set it on fire and burn it away.
Your pantyhose run, your buttons all undone, while your mouth's always suggesting things that sound like fun, well I'm a little skeptical about the way this'll go cos you're acting suspicious and I doubt that you know that maybe, something's got the best of you.




Oh, something's got the best of you.
Oh, don't let it get the rest of you.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Suckers's song 'Black Sheep' are intriguing and poetic. The song is essentially about the singer's refusal to conform to societal norms and expectations. The narrative is personal and introspective, with the singer proudly declaring that they don't care and are not sorry for their choices. The lyrics "I don't sow what I reap, hide all my jewelry and sheer the black sheep" suggest that the singer doesn't follow the rules that govern society, and instead does things their own way.


The song then takes a turn, as the singer talks about being set on fire, seemingly both literally and metaphorically. The description of live wires and hair pulling suggests a physical passion that the singer is drawn to. However, the singer is also skeptical of what is happening, and doesn't want to get caught up in something unhealthy. The lyrics "something's got the best of you, don't let it get the rest of you" show that the singer recognizes the danger of being consumed by passion.


The song ends with a sense of weariness and disillusionment. The singer talks about being tired of running around, and feeling like everyone else is either married or dead. The lyrics "you love it but hey I just take what I can" show that the singer is pragmatic about their situation. They don't expect to find happiness or fulfillment in the traditional sense, and are content to take what they can get.


Overall, Suckers's song 'Black Sheep' is a beautifully written and introspective piece of music. The lyrics explore themes of individualism, passion, and disillusionment with society, and are sure to resonate with anyone who has ever felt like an outsider.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't care, I'm not sorry, I don't sow what I reap, hide all my jewelry and sheer the black sheep.
I have no guilt or remorse for my actions and I do not believe in the concept of karma. I keep my valuable possessions hidden and I separate myself from those who are considered outcasts or misfits.


And you want it, and you need it, yeah you want it, but I won't give it away.
You desire something from me, but I am not willing to give it to you despite your pleas or needs.


Fever has broken, the bubble has burst, don't want the lies that I'm saying to sound too rehearsed.
My passion and excitement have faded away, and I am tired of pretending or putting on a false persona. I do not want my words to sound insincere or practiced.


Cause you're honest and you mean it, yeah, you're honest but, man, I won't believe you again.
Although you may be truthful and genuine, I have lost trust in you and cannot bring myself to believe you again.


Set me on fire, finger like live wires, you like pulling on hair and playing truth or dare, well that's a pretty little getup you got on tonight, I'd like to see it round your ankles while we scratch and we bite but then, something's got the best of you, don't let it get the rest of you.
You ignite a wild desire in me, and we engage in risky or adventurous activities. However, your behavior begins to change and I caution you not to let it overtake your choices and life.


Sure getting tired of running around, everyone married or six feet in the ground.
I am growing weary of constantly moving and searching for something new. Everyone around me seems to be either settled down or deceased.


But you love it, you won't lave it, yeah, you love it but hey I just take what I can.
Despite my dissatisfaction, you enjoy this lifestyle and show no signs of leaving. I will take what I can get from it anyway.


New York apartment with modern decor, nothing got on ya but the back of the door.
Your apartment in New York is stylish and up-to-date, but you have nothing of value except for what is behind your closed bedroom door.


And you're happy, yeah, you're living and you're happy, yeah, man, you don't need anyone.
Despite your lack of possessions or significant others, you are content with your life and do not feel dependent on anyone else.


Set it on fire and burn it away, set it on fire and burn it away.
I want to destroy or eliminate whatever is causing me pain or dissatisfaction, and I am willing to take drastic measures to do so.


Your pantyhose run, your buttons all undone, while your mouth's always suggesting things that sound like fun, well I'm a little skeptical about the way this'll go cos you're acting suspicious and I doubt that you know that maybe, something's got the best of you.
Your appearance is disheveled and your behavior is suggestive, but I am starting to question your motives and intentions. You seem to be under the influence of something that is affecting your judgement and actions.


Oh, something's got the best of you.
You are being controlled or influenced by something that is causing you to behave in ways that are out of character or detrimental to yourself.


Oh, don't let it get the rest of you.
I urge you to resist whatever is affecting you and not let it consume or become who you are.




Writer(s): Brian Aiken, Brian Paneccasio, Austin Fisher, Quinn Walker Copyright: Suckers

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@kmac1130

Don't care, I'm not sorry. I don't sow what I reap
Hide all my jewelry and shear the black sheep

And you want it, and you need it
Yeah, you want it, but man I won't give it away

Fever has broken
The bubble has burst
Don't want the the lies that I'm saying to sound too rehearsed

Cause you're honest and you mean it
Yeah, you're honest, but I won't believe you again

Set me on fire, fingers like live wires
You like pulling on hair and playing truth or dare
Well that's a pretty little getup you got on tonight
I'd like to see it round your ankles while we scratch and we bite, but then

Something's got the best of you
Don't let it get the rest of you
Something's got the best of you
Don't let it get the rest of you

Sure getting tired of running around

Everyone married or six feet in the ground



@kmac1130

But you love it, you won't leave it
Yeah, you love it, but hey I just take what I can

New York apartment with modern decor
Nothing got on ya but the back of the door

And you're happy, yeah, you're living
And you're happy, yeah man, you don't need anyone

Set it on fire and burn it away
Set it on fire and burn it away

Cause you're honest and you mean it
Yeah, you're honest, but man, I won't believe you again

Your pantyhose run
Your buttons all undone
While your mouth's always suggesting things that sound like fun
Well I'm a little skeptical about the way this'll go
Cos you're acting suspicious and I doubt that you know that maybe

Something's got the best of you, don't let it get the rest of you



All comments from YouTube:

@JaneSmith-so6hw

Really miss them. Wild Smile was the first album my month old daughter listened to. Martha, 2 Eyes 2 C, Roman Candles, and Save Your Body seem to be her favorites. This album will always be our in the car album, Le Loup's two albums are her night time/sleep albums.... Just happy I got to see them live. If I ever make a few million, I'd be happy to finance them to make a third album, the world needs it now more than ever. Love you guys and hope all are well. Take care.

@someoneelse707

Still a gem

@BrandonBenson

Awesome song... with a pretty out there video. But I LIKE it.

@jellywh4le

Wow, they're really good at sounding and appearing bad... yet still good. I like these guys.

@morelavivarayona87

Love it!!

@bizier100

this is a serious innovation for indie rock music!

@MrTomPeters

This is kind of the perfect music video

@someoneelse707

gem

@HologramWOLF

I heard this song while working out at my gym. I jizzed on all the equipment. ...

@HeinousAnusOG

RAC mix of this is fucking incredible.

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