Music Won't Save You
Suuns Lyrics
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Yeah you were singing about, something
I hear your man, see you look that way
The music won't save you
And now I'm talking to god
About rock and roll
But dear old god don't listen
Yeah music won't save you
Smoke is in your eyes
There's something in your right hand
The music won't save you
Look away, away from the light
I'm not trying, trying to lie
I hear your man immitate a song
Yeah music won't save you.
In "Music Won't Save You" by Suuns, the lyrics highlight the uselessness of music in saving someone who is consumed by their vices. The singer observes the subject with the light in their eyes, singing about something, being watched by their man, but nevertheless declares that "the music won't save you". The reference to smoke in the eyes and something in the hand implies drugs or alcohol. The singer himself talks to God about rock and roll, but points out that even God doesn't listen to him, feeling "drunk and rolled off". There is a sense of futility and desperation in these lyrics, as the music has no power over the subject's addiction or self-destruction, despite their apparent enjoyment of it.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw the ...with the light in your eyes
You were performing with passion and dedication, and I could see the depth of your emotion reflected in your eyes.
Yeah you were singing about, something
Your music was conveying a message or expressing the complexities of your experiences and perceptions.
I hear your man, see you look that way
I can hear the emotions in the lyrics and the music, and I can see that it's affecting you deeply.
The music won't save you
Despite the powerful emotions and the transformative power of music, it cannot provide permanent salvation or solve all of life's problems.
And now I'm talking to god
In a moment of creativity and connection to the divine, I feel like I'm having a conversation with a higher power.
About rock and roll
I'm discussing the role of music and art in the human experience, particularly the genre of rock and roll.
But dear old god don't listen
Despite my attempts to connect, I feel isolated and like my prayers are going unanswered.
Drunk and roll off
I'm overwhelmed by my emotions and my experiences, and I'm struggling to maintain my composure or sobriety.
Smoke is in your eyes
You're consumed by some sort of addiction or vice, and it's clouding your perspective and impairing your judgement.
There's something in your right hand
You're holding onto something that's providing temporary solace or numbness, but it's not a true solution or source of happiness.
Look away, away from the light
Turn your back on the temptation or addiction that's distracting you from the true path or source of meaning.
I'm not trying, trying to lie
I'm being honest and authentic in my commentary and my expressions of emotion, even if it's painful or difficult to admit.
I hear your man immitate a song
Someone close to you is copying or following in the footsteps of another artist or musician, rather than pursuing their own unique style or message.
Yeah music won't save you.
Despite the power and significance of music, it's not a panacea for all of life's struggles and challenges, and we must seek other sources of support, guidance, and inspiration.
Contributed by Brody R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.