Daze
T.A.N.K Lyrics

And the radio daze kept us in the dark
The music on the radio perpetuated a sense of ignorance and unknowing among the public

And the satellite age brings us to the light
Advancements in technology allow us to see things more clearly and gain knowledge more easily

Some feeling the pinch, some feeling the bite
Different people experience varying degrees of hardship or negative effects from their circumstances

They ain't ready to talk, they're ready to fight
Some people would rather engage in physical conflict than have a conversation to resolve their differences

Never leave you alone
The artist promises to always be there for the listener and support them

Yo, so what you searching for? From birth
The singer is asking the listener what they are looking for or hoping to find in life

Born hurting and yearning for certain somethings
From the moment of our birth, we have a sense of lacking or needing something

Lurking and murk them, got them turning this
The artist is suggesting that negative or murky influences make it difficult for people to find what they are looking for

Bed into a coffin, burning over passions in this passion
People can become so consumed by their passions that it can become a kind of prison, leading to their downfall

Or more or less over what the pastor passed us
The artist is implying that religious teachings can sometimes impede a person's quest for knowledge or fulfillment

'Cause, see, the past tense it never really passes
Past experiences can continue to haunt us and affect us in the present

Phases that trap us and cage us like classes
Different phases of life can be restrictive and cause us to feel trapped or held back

Fogging my glasses, lost in a mass mess
The singer feels confused and overwhelmed by everything going on around them

Task-less dilemma to match somebody's status
The singer is struggling to find their purpose or a sense of direction in life that matches their peers' expectations

And I'm average as fuck, no car cats gassing me up
The singer feels mediocre and like they don't stand out in any significant way, with no one to boost their ego or confidence

Passing bucks like a casual blunt
The artist is somewhat nonchalant about money, handing it off to others without much thought

Granted, hustling habits on the stumble, the mansion while
The artist has some bad habits and is always trying to make a quick buck, despite not having much success

Bums pass, asking for a buck for some bagged bricks
The singer is describing individuals who have hit rock bottom and are so desperate for money that they'll do anything for it

Bad shit going down on the daily
The world can be a pretty messed up place, with negative and harmful things happening all the time

While bad chicks pass in a Mercedez, damn
The artist observes that some people seem to have it all while others struggle, which can be frustrating and unfair

They say he's the bastard for chasing them
The artist is accused of being sleazy or inappropriate when trying to pursue a romantic interest

Maybe it's the patterns that make me that made me crazy
The artist suggests that perhaps their repeated behaviors have led to them being characterized as unstable or abnormal

Life is fiction, competition, and contradiction
The singer believes that much of life is a made-up narrative and that we are pitted against each other in a continuous struggle

Petty perceptions, window dressing for misdirection
Small or shallow ways of thinking can be used to distract us from what is really important or to manipulate us

Love is a lotto, I know I know you know what I know
The singer believes that finding love is akin to winning the lottery - both exceedingly rare and based mainly on chance

Hope is so hollow, that's why winos follow the bottle
The singer feels that hope can be empty and meaningless, and that people often turn to alcohol to numb their feelings

And people pressure make death a hidden treasure
The singer suggests that social norms and expectations can lead to a warped sense of what is valuable in life, including the idea that death can be desirable or romanticized

A guilty pleasure, lonely language inside a letter
The artist considers certain things that bring pleasure to be shameful or embarrassing, and communication can feel isolating or distant

It's now or never, move it, move it, love it, or lose it
The artist encourages the listener to take action and make the most of their opportunities, whether it be in love or life in general

'Fore it's recruited, then included inside the stupid
The singer implies that if we don't take charge of our lives and decisions, we'll be swept up in the ideas and beliefs of those around us, which may not be ideal or beneficial

It's things of nature, paid a player and say your prayers
The singer suggests that we can only rely on natural processes and our own actions, rather than divine intervention or luck, to achieve what we want

Naysayers, the haters, the major players, the beggars
The artist believes there will always be people who criticize or hold us back, but also those who are powerful or influential, as well as those who rely on the generosity of others

You 'bout it, 'bout it, don't allow it to pop without it
The artist wants the listener to show confidence and commitment to their goals, and not to let opportunities slip away

Then those who doubt it do or die the death of cowards
Those who are skeptical or hesitant may miss out on important opportunities and may also have regrets in life

The world is yours and the world we can't afford
The singer believes that we have the power to shape our own lives and make decisions, but that there are also limits and obstacles beyond our control

So ignore the law, start a fire, then start a war
The artist is being sarcastic here, suggesting that acting recklessly and violently is not a good solution to problems or conflict

If you're sick and tired of your access denied
The singer acknowledges that some people feel powerless and excluded from certain opportunities

Free will died long before Glydes and i-Pod
The singer implies that the concept of free will has been eroding or non-existent for a long time, even before the advent of personal technology

Yo, it's too much strain, phenomenal gain
The singer is feeling overwhelmed and stressed, but also acknowledges that there can be great benefits or rewards to hard work

I'm going through things, headaches, abdominal pain
The artist is experiencing physical discomfort and emotional distress

Tryna numb it with that kettle like I'm from the Ukraine
The artist is trying to cope with their pain by drinking alcohol, like someone from a culture where this is a common practice

Check the blue flame, lighter running out of butane
The singer's lighter is running low on fuel, making it harder for them to light their cigarettes or joints

What's up with my destructive urge that's unproductive?
The singer is reflecting on their own impulses to engage in self-destructive behavior, which ultimately does not lead to any positive outcomes

Choices I'm stuck with, now starting to fuck with
The artist is feeling regret and disappointment over decisions they have made in life that have limited their options or led to negative consequences

Contaminating family and close friends
The artist is recognizing that their issues and problems are spilling over onto their loved ones and potentially causing harm or discomfort

Telling me to stop burning the candle at both ends
The artist's friends and family are advising them to be more balanced and prioritize their health and well-being

Ain't like I'm on a coke binge, hanging in dope dens
The singer wants to emphasize that their behavior is not as extreme or dangerous as some other addictions or lifestyles

Or life is just a pool of Patron I'm soaked in
The artist feels like life is a temporary and fleeting experience, much like a night of drinking tequila

The darker the covenant-slash-train-wreck for you to rubberneck
The singer is commenting on the human tendency to be fascinated by negative or destructive events or people, even if it is not healthy or productive

You ain't felt the true pain yet so you be loving that
The singer believes that some people are drawn to drama and tragedy because they haven't experienced the same levels of pain or suffering themselves

Hit me up at black dot gov like the government
The singer is referring to a secret or clandestine way of contacting them, like a government agency

Banana Republican, alien intelligence
The artist is using absurd or humorous language to describe their identity or worldview

Kill switch, real pissed, thinking of some ill shit
The artist is feeling angry and vengeful, contemplating violent or harmful actions

The stone the builder refused he need to build with
The singer is referencing a biblical parable, suggesting that sometimes the things or people that are overlooked or rejected can be valuable and important

Got immunized for both flus, I'm still sick
The singer is noting the irony or frustration of taking preventative measures against illness, but still getting sick

Via satellite, radio, the realness
The artist is acknowledging the power of media to transmit information and ideas, and to connect people across distance

And the radio daze
Repeating the refrain from the beginning of the song, emphasizing the theme of how media and technology can shape our perceptions and experiences

And the radio daze
Repeating the refrain from the beginning of the song, emphasizing the theme of how media and technology can shape our perceptions and experiences

And the radio daze
Repeating the refrain from the beginning of the song, emphasizing the theme of how media and technology can shape our perceptions and experiences