Goes Off
The D.O.T. Lyrics
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I guess now I know you feel more at home
With a case of Handi-Wrap
You'd hold your own if you thought that it was clean
At least give me some gloves to wear
Or a picture of St. Augustine
I'd think that you would try to find something to do
With my old school tie
That doesn't turn my skin blue
Is it hot in here, or do I feel a little draft
From these pants that you brought for me to wear
The ones that have no back
If I were to die with these things on, you might want to try
Another size
I'd take your name, if I thought it'd do me good
If it's all the same to you
I'll just take a look under your hood
If you were to die with this thing on
You coulda chose a better style
And now that you've gone off
And all of this has passed
I don't recall your face no more
But you left behind your mask
If I were to die with these things gone
I'd be frozen with a smile
The D.O.T.'s song, Goes Off, is a lyrical masterpiece that speaks to the complexities of human relationships. The lyrics paint a picture of a relationship that has gone awry due to the partner's unusual behavior. The song speaks to the disillusionment that often comes with the realization that the person you love isn't who you thought they were.
The first verse "You used to be quite content with your shower cap, I guess now I know you feel more at home with a case of Handi-Wrap" speaks to the change in behavior of the partner. The singer of the song is confused and hurt by the change in behavior and is struggling to understand why her partner is behaving in such an unusual way.
The second verse "If I were to die with these things on, can't say I didn't try, I'd think that you would try to find something to do with my old school tie, that doesn't turn my skin blue" speaks to the feeling of being trapped and helpless. These lyrics speak to the idea that no matter how hard the singer tries to change the situation, she is stuck with her partner's odd behavior.
Overall, the song Goes Off is a poignant reminder of the complexities of human relationships and the challenges that come with them. It is a deeply introspective piece that speaks to the emotions of anyone who has ever been in a relationship that didn't quite work out.
Line by Line Meaning
You used to be quite content with your shower cap
You used to be fine with simpler things
I guess now I know you feel more at home
I understand that you've grown accustomed to more unusual things
With a case of Handi-Wrap
Such as accessories that are not usually associated with clothing
You'd hold your own if you thought that it was clean
You would protect yourself if you thought it necessary
At least give me some gloves to wear
You could make small concessions to put me at ease
Or a picture of St. Augustine
Or offer some spiritual comfort
If I were to die with these things on, can't say I didn't try
I made an effort to make the best of the situation
I'd think that you would try to find something to do
I assumed you would provide me with more suitable clothing
With my old school tie
Like my old school tie, which would be more appropriate
That doesn't turn my skin blue
Which wouldn't cause me any discomfort
Is it hot in here, or do I feel a little draft
I'm uncomfortable and unsure of the surroundings
From these pants that you brought for me to wear
In part because you provided me with these unusual pants
The ones that have no back
Which leave me feeling exposed
If I were to die with these things on, you might want to try
It might be better to provide me with something more comfortable
Another size
Or a different size, at least
I'd take your name, if I thought it'd do me good
I would have trusted you if I thought you had my best interests at heart
If it's all the same to you
But, ultimately, I have my doubts
I'll just take a look under your hood
I need to look more closely at your intentions
If you were to die with this thing on
If you were to experience what I'm going through
You coulda chose a better style
You would understand that it's important to provide comfort and dignity
And now that you've gone off
Now that you're no longer here
And all of this has passed
And the situation has resolved itself
I don't recall your face no more
I've moved on and forgotten you
But you left behind your mask
But you've left a lasting impression with your unusual choices
If I were to die with these things gone
If I were to die with this situation resolved
I'd be frozen with a smile
I would be content and at peace
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Written by: JIM O'ROURKE
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