Promises Promises
The Cooper Temple Clause Lyrics
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I think there's gonna be some action
'cause you got me going inside
Got me where you want me
Sit down and talk to me
Well I just hope you're happy
With your snake skin dead bodies evening all
Well just go back to your bright lights
Sicking up rag doll more than you know
Just keep your mouth shut you got mind to blow
You celebrate things you celebrate things forget about me And
just desecrate everything
Oh you messed it up good yeah this kid's just a joke
Baby can't shoot straight
But you gotta shoot straight
'cause there's so many friends to make
Gotta take blows it's the way that you grow
Don't need to be seen
Just gotta get yourself known
The lyrics to The Cooper Temple Clause's song Promises Promises are a commentary on the falseness that can exist in the music industry. The singer is feeling trapped and deceived by someone who made promises they were unable to keep. The song is filled with imagery of dead bodies and snakeskin, creating a sinister tone that reinforces the idea of deceit and manipulation.
The chorus of the song is particularly impactful, as the singer accuses the person they are addressing of celebrating everything and forgetting about the singer. This speaks to the idea that success in the music industry often comes at the expense of others and requires a certain callousness. The final verse reveals that the singer is aware of the sacrifices they will have to make to succeed, but they are willing to do so as long as they can achieve their goals.
Overall, Promises Promises is a dark and biting critique of the music industry and the people who inhabit it. The lyrics paint a picture of a cutthroat world where success comes at a heavy price and everything is a game.
Line by Line Meaning
It's got me going inside I think it's happening again
I am experiencing a familiar feeling inside of me which may lead to exciting events.
I think there's gonna be some action
I anticipate a noteworthy occurrence.
'cause you got me going inside Got me where you want me
You've managed to get me emotionally stirred up and under your control.
Sit down and talk to me
Please engage in a conversation with me.
Well I just hope you're happy
I'm concerned about your state of mind and hope that you are content.
With your snake skin dead bodies evening all
Your creepy fascination with skin shedding and corpses is disturbing everyone around you.
Well just go back to your bright lights
Return to your flashy lifestyle and leave me alone.
You made promises you couldn't keep
You have committed to doing something which you are incapable of fulfilling.
Sicking up rag doll more than you know
You are affecting me in ways that you do not realize, like making me feel helpless and used like a discarded toy.
Just keep your mouth shut you got mind to blow
It's better if you refrain from speaking and keep your thoughts to yourself.
You celebrate things you celebrate things forget about me And just desecrate everything
You are solely focused on indulging in worldly pleasures and completely disregarding our relationship, causing destruction in every aspect of life.
Oh you messed it up good yeah this kid's just a joke
Your actions have severely damaged this situation and now everything is a laughing matter to you.
Baby can't shoot straight
I am unable to achieve my goals precisely.
But you gotta shoot straight 'cause there's so many friends to make
You need to be precise in your actions because it will help you make more friends.
Gotta take blows it's the way that you grow
You have to face difficulties in life to mature and develop as a person.
Don't need to be seen Just gotta get yourself known
You don't have to make a spectacle of yourself to be recognized, just focus on making a name for yourself.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Peter James Byrne, Rob Fisher
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@stevesitkowski
Always thought this band was at the wrong place at the wrong time . Never got what they deserved . Exceptionally forward thinking and an absolute beast live ...
@reniisgod
Couldn’t agree more - literally left a similar comment on another video. One of the most underrated British bands of the 2000’s.
@jellyd4889
True. Saw them in Munich, truly great live. So exciting, great performers. This song sums up the performance.
@thegeneral9921
Same.underrated wrong place wrong time.
@thomasquigley334
If these guys come out today they would be the biggest band in the world
@CheapAbyss
They released this song 14 years ago, and I still remember every single word.
@buzket1144
One of the most underrated bands that were about and when a songs on fifa you know it should of had more recognition
@Melisska
This song still sounds so current. Gives me proper goosebumps
@UltramanMebiusBrave
Try Roundabout by Yes, it sounds like it was released in the 2010s despite being released in 1971/1972.
@Reject101Personal
I miss this band, the first 2 albums are 2 of my favourites made of all time. (Their third i didn't like as they seemed to try go mainstream indie and sounded too much like the killers to me) Either way, i still have those albums, and will always love them and this band