Am I Not Right?
Tarkio Lyrics
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Allow yourself some room
Let down your hair
I'll impose on you the history
Of a wrong life
Of a wrong life
Learned to take to lick what beats we takes
Dropped the in London funding low
Am I not right? Am I not right?
and knowledge, whats it know?
and wisdom, whats it know?
from the first
to the last
I have a knack for setting fires.
from the things I hold close
Am I not right? Am I not right?
lesson number one don't trust a word
its funny how the tiredest things get heard
I did not intend this painful state
its too late now. its too late now.
and knowledge whats it know
and wisdom whats its know
from the first to the last
I have a knack for setting fires.
from the things i hold close
Am I not right
Am I not right
from the feast to the fast
I have a knack for setting fires
from the things I hold close
Am I not right
The opening lines of Tarkio's song "Am I Not Right?" invites the listener into the singer's introspective space. The singer makes room for the listener, and he begins to share a personal history. The phrase "a wrong life" carries the connotation of regret and guilt, suggesting that the singer has not always made the best decisions in life. The next lines of the verse describe a lazy approach to life, a lack of direction and purpose. The singer describes their willingness to take whatever comes their way, not making an effort to improve their situation. The line "Dropped the in London funding low" is enigmatic and unclear, perhaps indicating a reference to a failed endeavor or a moment of financial struggle.
Throughout the song, the chorus repeats the question "Am I not right?" This phrase seems to be a rhetorical question, emphasizing the singer's experience and knowledge. The lines "Lesson number one: don't trust a word / It's funny how the tiredest things get heard" capture the disillusionment and distrust that the singer feels for others. The next lines suggest that there is a sense of regret in their reflection, as they admit "I did not intend this painful state / It's too late now, it's too late now."
One of the possible interpretations of this song could be the singer's struggle to reconcile their actions and mistakes. They seem to be aware of their flaws and failures while expressing a willingness to change. The final lines of the song suggest that they need affirmation and validation from others. They ask the listener, "Am I not right?" perhaps asking for forgiveness or acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcome to my head pull up a chair
Please enter my mind and let's have a deep conversation. Take a seat and make yourself comfortable.
Allow yourself some room
Relax and open up. Give yourself enough space to explore and understand new ideas.
Let down your hair
Be yourself and stop pretending. Let go of any external pressure and just be authentic.
I'll impose on you the history
I will share with you the details of my past experiences, good or bad, to help you understand where I come from.
Of a wrong life
I have made mistakes and taken wrong turns in life, but I am still learning and growing from them.
Lazy lacking speed applied the brakes
I have been procrastinating and not moving forward with my goals because of my own self-doubt and fear of failure.
Learned to take to lick what beats we takes
I have learned to embrace the challenges and difficulties that come my way, even if they are tough to handle.
Dropped the in London funding low
I hit a low point in my life when I failed to achieve my goals in London and felt defeated.
Am I not right? Am I not right?
Do you agree with me? Am I making sense? Please validate my thoughts and opinions.
and knowledge, whats it know?
What is the value of knowledge if we do not apply it to real-life situations and understand its true meaning?
and wisdom, whats it know?
What purpose does wisdom serve if we do not use it to make better decisions and improve our lives?
from the first to the last
Throughout my entire life, I have learned to ignite controversy and create chaos wherever I go.
I have a knack for setting fires.
I tend to create arguments and conflicts, intentionally or unintentionally, due to my impulsive behavior and lack of self-control.
from the things I hold close
Based on my personal values and beliefs, I am convinced that I am on the right path in life despite any opposition.
lesson number one don't trust a word
The first lesson I learned in life is to not trust anyone blindly, as people often say one thing and do another.
its funny how the tiredest things get heard
It is ironic how the most mundane and repetitive statements often receive the most attention, while genuine emotions and thoughts get ignored.
I did not intend this painful state
I did not mean to cause myself or others any pain or suffering, but my actions and decisions have led me down this path.
its too late now. its too late now.
Unfortunately, there is no going back or correcting my mistakes. The damage has been done, and I must move forward and learn from my errors.
from the feast to the fast
Regardless of the highs or lows in my life, I always find a way to create turmoil and dissatisfaction for myself and those around me.
Am I not right
Can you see things from my perspective? Do you understand where I'm coming from? Please confirm that my thoughts and beliefs are justified.
Contributed by Gavin W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
OkraJoe
I'd be lying if I said it was not easy.
Lezette Leuterio
Yo you. I wish I knew you.