Milk
Taylor & Jimmy Van M Lyrics
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Always finding something new
Little wings unfolding
Fall from the sky
Only a few weeks ago
The government had us in limbo
Wondering if we'd ever have rights
Against the law again
Till they heard our demands
All night and through the day
A living nightmare understand
Would you drink my milk
If I served it from a bottle
Would you drink my milk
If I was there
Vodka filled cocaine nights
Inside these venues heights
And only a few months ago
My mother she told me to stay low
But I still feel the pain to this day
I wonder if we'll ever have rights
Against the law again
Would you drink my milk
If I served it from a bottle
Would you drink my milk
If I was there
And I've been all over this town
Wondering if we'd ever
Have rights against the law again
And it's not fair
It's not fair
Would you drink my milk
If I served it from a bottle
Would you drink my milk
If I was there
If I was there
Senators outside my room
Always finding something new
Little wins unfolding
Fall from the sky
These lyrics are open to interpretation, but it appears that the song "Milk" by Taylor & Jimmy Van M explores themes of oppression, fighting for rights, and personal experiences.
The first verse suggests a struggle against a government or authority figure. The mention of senators outside the room and constantly finding something new implies a sense of surveillance and intrusion. The line "little wings unfolding, fall from the sky" can be interpreted as small victories or moments of hope amidst the oppressive environment. The reference to the government having them in limbo and wondering if they would ever have rights again suggests a period of uncertainty and possibly a loss of freedoms. However, the singer and others fought back, playing the same games as the oppressors until their demands were heard. The line "a living nightmare understand" emphasizes the difficult and overwhelming nature of their struggle.
The chorus, with its repeated question "Would you drink my milk if I served it from a bottle, would you drink my milk if I was there," could symbolize the singer's plea for acceptance, understanding, or support from others. The metaphor of milk could represent something personal and nurturing, a part of the singer's identity that they are willing to share. By posing this question, the singer seeks validation and recognition from those around them.
In the second verse, the lyrics shift towards a personal story, mentioning vodka-filled cocaine nights and venues. The singer's mother advised them to stay low, indicating a concern for their safety or reputation. The mention of feeling pain suggests that the struggle for rights mentioned in the previous verse may have personal significance and emotional weight for the singer. The line "I wonder if we'll ever have rights against the law again" echoes the uncertainty and longing from the first verse, expressing a desire for lasting change.
The repetition of the chorus further emphasizes the longing for acceptance and support. The question posed to listeners remains the same, indicating that the singer's plea for understanding remains constant throughout the song.
Overall, "Milk" seems to touch on themes of personal and political struggles, the fight for rights, and a yearning for acceptance and validation. The lyrics carry an emotional weight that invites listeners to consider their own experiences and relationships with power structures and social norms.
Line by Line Meaning
Senators outside my room
Powerful figures of authority constantly surveilling and attempting to control my life
Always finding something new
Continuously discovering new reasons to interfere and impose their agenda
Little wings unfolding
Glimmers of hope that emerge and begin to spread
Fall from the sky
Descending from above, representing opportunities and positive change
Only a few weeks ago
Just a short time ago, not long in the past
The government had us in limbo
Uncertain and trapped in a state of legal uncertainty imposed by those in power
Wondering if we'd ever have rights
Questioning if we would ever be granted the same privileges and freedoms as others
Against the law again
Challenging the oppressive rules and regulations imposed upon us
So we fought them at their own games
Engaging in strategic battles using similar tactics to combat their oppressive tactics
Till they heard our demands
Persisting until our voices and desires were acknowledged and addressed
All night and through the day
Around the clock, tirelessly working towards our goals
A living nightmare understand
Living in a constant state of fear and distress, seeking empathy and comprehension
Would you drink my milk
Will you accept and support my genuine essence and contributions
If I served it from a bottle
If it was presented or delivered in a conventional and expected manner
Would you drink my milk
Are you willing to embrace and appreciate my true self
If I was there
If I could actively engage with you and express my identity
Vodka filled cocaine nights
Nights tainted by substance abuse, representing a hedonistic lifestyle
Inside these venues heights
Within the confines of extravagant and exclusive social settings
And only a few months ago
A relatively recent period, not long before the present
My mother she told me to stay low
My mother advised me to remain discreet and avoid attracting attention
But I still feel the pain to this day
The emotional anguish persists and lingers within me even now
I wonder if we'll ever have rights
I ponder whether we will ever truly experience equal rights and freedoms
Against the law again
Challenging the oppressive legal system once more
And I've been all over this town
I have traversed every corner of this city
Wondering if we'd ever
Contemplating if we would ever
Have rights against the law again
Attain the freedoms and privileges that have been denied to us by the law
And it's not fair
Expressing the injustice and inequality of the situation
Would you drink my milk
Will you value and acknowledge my authentic self
If I served it from a bottle
If it was presented in a more conventional and easily accepted manner
Would you drink my milk
Are you willing to embrace and appreciate my true essence
If I was there
If I could actively participate and engage with you
Senators outside my room
Influential individuals in positions of power closely monitoring me
Always finding something new
Continually searching for fresh reasons to interfere and restrict me
Little wins unfolding
Small triumphs and victories gradually revealing themselves
Fall from the sky
Descending upon us from above, symbolizing unexpected opportunities
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Kyle Taylor
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@Sasquatch304
Omg. This was one of my 1st cds ever to own. I listened to this endlessly
@IvancoFitness
Same here it was the first I bought with my own money. Popped into my discman and closed my eyes taking public transit, this always took me to some astral dream-state
@dusandano4338
oh god … what memories…. still superb , wicked ❤
@benjaminstofle13
OMFG!!! I had this double cd. I took it to yes fest in 2000 Paoli Peaks, Indiana. That edm festival changed my life. Thank you very much for this! 😱😍🥰🤫
@zhelock420
I had THIS CD in 1998 or 99..
. Glad to hear It back un 2019
@ishtube
Released in 2000 :D
@xwingvalet5267
Me too lol
@erikmendoza312
How bout 23
@paulanthonyhoeflich8988
This brings so so so many memories.
@zhelock420
Meee tooo brou