In Bloom
The Butchers Lyrics

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Sell the kids for food
Weather changes moods
Spring is here again
Reproductive glands

He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along

And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean
Knows not what it mean
And I say
He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean
Knows not what it mean
And I say yeah

We can have some more
Nature is a whore
Bruises on the fruit
Tender age in bloom

He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean
Knows not what it mean
And I say
He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean
Knows not what it mean
And I say yeah

He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean
Knows not what it mean
And I say
He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean

Knows not what it mean
And I say yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song 'In Bloom' by The Butchers convey a deep sense of despair and disillusionment with society. The song seems to be a commentary on the commodification of music and the commercialization of art in general. The opening line of the song 'Sell the kids for food' is a direct reference to the poverty and desperation that many people face. The next line 'Weather changes moods' amplifies the sense of hopelessness and resignation that is felt by many.

The next lines 'Spring is here again, Reproductive glands' are a metaphor for the cyclical nature of life and death. The mention of reproductive glands may be a reference to the human desire to create new life and the way in which it is exploited by society. The chorus of the song repeats the line 'He's the one who likes all the pretty songs' which may be an indication of the narrow commercial interests that dominate the music industry. The reference to shooting a gun may be a metaphor for the idea of power and control that is associated with the possession of wealth and the ability to dictate cultural trends.

Overall, the song 'In Bloom' is a biting commentary on the state of popular music in the late 20th century. It highlights the way in which artists and their work are often reduced to mere commodities to be bought and sold, turning an art form into a business.

Line by Line Meaning

Sell the kids for food
The singer is making a sarcastic comment on how desperate and dark their situation is that they have to resort to such an extreme measure.

Weather changes moods
The environment and its changes can affect humans' emotions and mental state.

Spring is here again
The singer is referencing the cycle of nature and how everything comes back to life after a period of rest and dormancy.

Reproductive glands
The artist is referencing the biological aspect of nature and how reproduction is a significant and necessary part of life.

He's the one, Who likes all the pretty songs, And he likes to sing along
The artist is talking about someone who enjoys superficial things and is content with going along with the popular and mainstream trends.

And he likes to shoot his gun, But he knows not what it mean, Knows not what it mean, And I say
The singer is commenting on how the same person who enjoys pretty songs and singing also has access to guns but lacks the understanding of the severity of their actions.

We can have some more, Nature is a whore, Bruises on the fruit, Tender age in bloom
The singer is once again using sarcasm to draw attention to how we are taking advantage of nature for our own gain and abusing it in the process while also making a comment on how children are exposed to and affected by the world around them.

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: KURT COBAIN

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