Big Store
The Devils Lyrics


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I'm going out tonight
Leaving god alone
Every rivers running dry I'm going out tonight
We drink small sour drinks & smoke long cigarettes I'm going out tonight
Leaving god alone
In a big store

I ain't no fun time Barbie
I ain't no fun time Mandy
I ain't no fun time Charlie
I'm no fun at all

I like going shopping
Shopping in the big store
Shopping in the large store
Or any store that's big Is a big store

I'm going out tonight
Leaving god alone
Every rivers running dry
I'm going out tonight
We drink small sour drinks & smoke long cigarettes




I'm going out tonight
Leaving god alone In a big store

Overall Meaning

The Devil's "Big Store" is a song that speaks of rebellion and independence. The lyrics are a clear reflection of the desire to break free from the confines of religious belief and morality. The opening lines declare the intention to go out and enjoy a night of indulgence, straying from the path of divinity. The repetition of the phrase "I'm going out tonight" emphasizes the excitement and enthusiasm to break free from the restrictions that held one back from experiencing pleasures such as drinking sour drinks and smoking cigarettes.


The chorus speaks of the singer's love for shopping, but it is not just any store that appeals to them. It is the "big store", a place that encompasses all things and brings a sense of wonder and awe. This love for big stores represents a desire for more than just the mundane and ordinary. It is a search for something greater, something that fills the void that religious beliefs and morality can create.


The verses continuously emphasize the desire to leave religion behind and embrace a carefree and indulgent lifestyle. The lines "I ain't no fun time Barbie/Mandy/Charlie/I'm no fun at all" showcases the lack of interest in conforming to societal standards of what is considered "fun". The singer embraces their own version of entertainment, which is not pleasing to everyone else. The song ends on a final note of the singer breaking free from God, stating that they will be in the "big store" living their version of life.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm going out tonight
I'm leaving my current situation and embarking on a new adventure


Leaving god alone
I'm not concerned with religion or spirituality at the moment


Every rivers running dry I'm going out tonight
The world around me is changing and I need to adapt to survive


We drink small sour drinks & smoke long cigarettes I'm going out tonight
I'm indulging in vices as a means of coping with my current situation


Leaving god alone In a big store
I am focused on material possessions and the distractions of consumerism


I ain't no fun time Barbie
I am not someone who conforms to societal norms or expectations


I ain't no fun time Mandy
I am not someone who tries to please others or be a social butterfly


I ain't no fun time Charlie
I am not someone who wants to party or have a good time at the expense of my personal goals or morals


I'm no fun at all
I prioritize serious matters over superficial pleasures


I like going shopping
I enjoy the act of acquiring material possessions


Shopping in the big store
I am drawn to large retailers that offer a wide selection of products


Shopping in the large store
I prefer shopping at stores with a substantial inventory


Or any store that's big Is a big store
My focus is on quantity over quality when it comes to shopping




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Comments from YouTube:

Danny Letton

This was shot in Harvey Nichols Department Store, where i worked as a window dresser. It's a great promo !

Thomas Jerome Newton

more artsy than this? I guess that would entail playing with david sylvian or mick karn

rovostror1

It 's sounds like Rio...

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