Monkey on Your Back
Surfact Lyrics


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Mind set and my back straight for all time
Across the night now where the stars are out everywhere

If you can't make this moment last
Remove the monkey on your back
If you can't make this moment last,
The monkey on your back
Long gone as I move along I don't care
I leave no trail behind I ignore the sound of her calls

If you can't make this moment last
Remove the monkey on your back




If you can't make this moment last,
The monkey on your back

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Surfact's song Monkey On Your Back talk about letting go of the past and embracing the moment that we are in. The first two lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics as the singer talks about having a clear mind and a straight back, indicating a sense of readiness and mindfulness. The next line talks about being in the present moment, across the night where the stars are out, emphasizing the importance of embracing the moment.


The chorus of the song, "If you can't make this moment last, remove the monkey on your back," is a metaphor for letting go of the past and not allowing it to hinder us from living in the present. The monkey on our back represents negative past experiences or memories that weigh us down and prevent us from enjoying the present moment. The repetition of this line reinforces the importance of being present and letting go of past traumas or regrets.


The following verse talks about moving on and not looking back, leaving no trail behind and ignoring the calls of the past. It highlights the idea of living in the moment and the freedom that comes with letting go of past baggage.


Overall, the lyrics of Monkey On Your Back emphasize the importance of being present, letting go of the past, and embracing the moment that we are in.


Line by Line Meaning

Mind set and my back straight for all time
I am mentally prepared and physically upright for the rest of my life.


Across the night now where the stars are out everywhere
I am traveling through the night where the stars are visible in every direction.


If you can't make this moment last
If you can't prolong the present moment:


Remove the monkey on your back
Get rid of the problem or addiction that is weighing you down.


If you can't make this moment last,
If you can't extend the current time period:


The monkey on your back
Your burden or addiction that is preventing you from living in the present.


Long gone as I move along I don't care
I am leaving the past behind and moving forward, regardless of the consequences.


I leave no trail behind I ignore the sound of her calls
I am not leaving any evidence behind, and I am disregarding the voice of a loved one who wants me to stay.




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