It's from their album El Camino (2011).
Gold on the Ceiling
The Black Keys Lyrics
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She screams again
Roar at the door
My mind can't take much more
I could never drown in
They wanna get my
They wanna get my
I ain't blind
Just a matter of time
Before you steal it
It's alright
Ain't no blood in my eye
Clouds covered love's
Barbed-wire fence
Strung up, strung out
I just can't go without
I could never drown in
They wanna get my
They wanna get my
Gold on the ceiling
I ain't blind
Just a matter of time
Before you steal it
It's alright
Ain't no blood in my eye
They wanna get my
They wanna get my
Gold on the ceiling
I ain't blind
Just a matter of time
Before you steal it
It's alright
Ain't no blood in my eye
Gold on the ceiling
I ain't blind
Just a matter of time
Before you steal it
It's alright
Ain't no blood in my eye
The lyrics to "Gold on the Ceiling" by The Black Keys employ visual and auditory imagery to create a sense of tension and urgency. The singer describes a feeling of being trapped in a situation where someone is trying to steal something from him, specifically his "gold on the ceiling." The waves crashing in the opening lines evoke a sense of danger, while the image of a barbed-wire fence suggests a feeling of being trapped. The repeated refrain of "They wanna get my gold on the ceiling" adds to this feeling of being under attack, while the singer's declaration of "It's alright, ain't no blood in my eye" suggests a willingness to fight back without resorting to violence.
Lyrically, "Gold on the Ceiling" can be read as a metaphor for the idea of success or achievement, with the gold representing something of value that the singer has worked hard to attain. The repeated refrain of "They wanna get my gold on the ceiling" suggests that others are jealous or envious of the singer's success, and are willing to do whatever it takes to take it away from him. The image of clouds covering the barbed-wire fence can be interpreted as a metaphor for the obstacles and challenges that the singer has faced on his journey to success, while the final lines of the song suggest that he is determined to hold onto what he has earned.
Overall, the lyrics to "Gold on the Ceiling" are evocative and powerful, using striking imagery to convey a sense of urgency and danger. While the song can be interpreted in different ways, its underlying message is clear: success is hard-won, and must be fiercely protected from those who would try to take it away.
Line by Line Meaning
Down in the waves
The singer is experiencing emotional turmoil, perhaps linked to being overwhelmed with life's challenges or feeling lost and adrift.
She screams again
The emotional turmoil is causing the singer to feel like they aural screams can be heard inside his mind or in the real world.
Roar at the door
The singer hears a forceful knocking or shouting at his door, adding to his feelings of anxiety and distress.
My mind can't take much more
The singer's mental state is unsteady, as they seem to be reaching a breaking point with the overwhelming stress they are dealing with.
I could never drown in
The singer believes that they can not be overwhelmed or defeated by their problems, even if they feel like they are at the edge of a breaking point.
They wanna get my
The singer senses that someone is trying to take something of theirs, possibly indicating that other people are trying to capitalize on his vulnerability in troubled times.
Gold on the ceiling
The 'gold' represents the singer's most valuable possession or prize, something that is highly desirable and worth fighting to keep.
I ain't blind
The singer is aware of the threat coming from outside forces, and is taking measures to protect himself and what's precious to him.
Just a matter of time
The singer knows that the danger of losing his 'gold' can't be avoided forever, there will eventually come a time when he will be unable to protect it.
Before you steal it
The singer's inner voice is speaking directly to the external threat he is facing, acknowledging that someone is trying to take something away from him.
It's alright
The singer is resigned to the fact that some things are beyond his control, but at least his conscious is clear in the face of difficulty.
Ain't no blood in my eye
The singer is not going to lash out in anger or malice, despite what he may be going through. He has self-control and is not easily rattled.
Clouds covered love's
The song shifts to talking about a more personal issue related to love and relationships, with the 'clouds' representing a barrier or obstacle to finding true love.
Barbed-wire fence
The barrier/challenge facing the singer is a 'barbed-wire fence' as it is painful/dangerous to try and cross it without being injured.
Strung up, strung out
The obstacle is causing the singer to feel tense and agitated, like being strung up and unable to relax, made worse by the fact that they are hanging on the 'barbed wire' and don't know how to get across safely.
I just can't go without
The desire to find love/heal the relationship is so strong that the singer can't seem to move on or give up hope despite the difficult circumstances.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brian Joseph Burton, Daniel Auerbach, Patrick Carney
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Down in the waves
She screams again
Roar at the door
My mind can't take much more
I could never drown
They wanna get my
They wanna get my
Gold on the ceiling
I ain't blind
Just a matter of time
Before you steal it
It's alright
Ain't no guard in my house
Clouds covered love's
Barbed-wire stairs
Strung up, strung out
I just can't go without
I could never drown
They wanna get my
They wanna get my
Gold on the ceiling
I ain't blind
Just a matter of time
Before you steal it
It's alright
Ain't no guard in my house
They wanna get my
They wanna get my
Gold on the ceiling
I ain't blind
Just a matter of time
Before you steal it
It's alright
Ain't no guard in my house
vian
Comprobación del sonido: presta atención a estos 3 momentos
• 0:06
Los primeros sonidos de la canción irán directos a tu cabeza. Escucha el bajo y la gran potencia de la melodía.
• 0:12
Escucha los acordes del sintetizador que acompañan al ritmo principal: en realidad son varios instrumentos que suenan fusionados en uno. Deberías ser capaz de oír claramente la separación entre los detalles.
• 1:08
Aquí empieza el estribillo, varias voces grabadas en multipista y con otra pista superpuesta de fondo. Es muy divertido y está mucho mejor mezclado que gran parte de la canción, así que debería sonar grandioso en tu sistema de sonido.
Fuente: BMW probar altavoces de tu coche
Anthony Wolfe
You don't need to ask who's still listening because nobody stops listening to good music no matter how old it is.
Louis Adlam
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Gunsmoke02
Yeah I’m gonna steal this
Jay Royalez King
They do this in every video until the end of time
Ben Hall
i agree finally someone not filled with nostalgic bullshit
Nightblade21\\ 21
Hell yea
7 ViewerLogic
I play this song to get pumped about cleaning my "mold on the ceiling".
Jeffrey Simmons
HA!!!
MK21
@Jeffrey Simmons why the fuck is this translated
Hafl
"they wanna get my mold on the ceiling"
Who wants it? Geez