Giant
The Lil Smokies Lyrics


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Hands the size of dinner plates
Legs the size of trees
Well he was folklore with a pulse
c fairy tale conceived
Nearly every night for twenty years he suited up
Yeah the neon lights, TV shows and doctors full of drugs

I'm alright, I guess you didn't even ask
Tonight I'm wondering why I even do this
If you could just pour me a hundred drinks
I might sleep like a giant

There's no need for a costume when you look like Halloween
cnd there's no place to hide your face when your job is to be seen
Pinned between two worlds that once were so clearly defined
His fame became the barrier and outgrew him in size

I'm alright, I guess you didn't even ask
Tonight I'm wondering why I even do this
If you could just pour me a hundred drinks
I might sleep like a giant
I might sleep like a giant

c martyr for the masses and a self-made spectacle
ct a certain point it becomes hard to let it go
c job of forty hearts was done by one and it grew tired
He stayed at home mostly alone and the hills of Caroline

I'm alright, I guess you didn't even ask
Tonight I'm wondering why I even do this
If you could just pour me a hundred drinks
I might sleep




I might sleep like
I might sleep like a giant

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Giant" by The Lil Smokies explore the life of a person who was once a larger-than-life figure, revered and celebrated for their talents and achievements. The opening lines describe the physicality of this individual, emphasizing their immense hands and legs, which metaphorically represent their power and influence. This person, however, is portrayed as a mythical being, a "folklore with a pulse" and a "fairy tale conceived."


Throughout the song, it becomes clear that this person has been caught in a cycle of fame and expectation. They have spent twenty years constantly performing, surrounded by the glitz and glamor of neon lights, TV shows, and the influence of drugs. Despite the facade of success, the singer questions the purpose of this lifestyle and expresses a sense of weariness. They long for escape and relief from the pressures of their fame, suggesting that maybe if they could drown their sorrows in a hundred drinks, they could find rest, even if just for a moment.


The lyrics also touch upon the paradoxical nature of fame. While it grants recognition and visibility, it also takes away one's ability to hide or be vulnerable. The person is trapped between two worlds. The line "There's no need for a costume when you look like Halloween" suggests that their appearance alone is enough to evoke a reaction, making it difficult for them to find privacy or a sense of authenticity. Their fame has created a barrier between them and the world, eventually overshadowing their own identity.


As the song progresses, it portrays the person as a martyr for the masses, someone who has willingly assumed the burden of providing entertainment and being a spectacle. However, there comes a point where it becomes challenging for them to let go of this role. The demands and expectations become exhausting, and they retreat to the hills of Caroline, seeking solace and solitude. The lyrics encapsulate the loneliness and introspection that can come with fame, as well as the toll it takes on one's well-being.


Overall, "Giant" delves into the complexities of fame, highlighting the price that is paid for public adoration and exploring the desire for escape and peace amidst the relentless demands of the spotlight.


Line by Line Meaning

Hands the size of dinner plates
His hands are exceptionally large, like the size of dinner plates.


Legs the size of trees
His legs are incredibly big, resembling the width and strength of trees.


Well he was folklore with a pulse
He became a living legend, a mythical figure that actually exists.


A fairy tale conceived
His story seemed like a fantastical tale created by imagination.


Nearly every night for twenty years he suited up
For almost two decades, he put on his costume or disguise regularly.


Yeah the neon lights, TV shows and doctors full of drugs
He was constantly surrounded by bright, vibrant lights, appearing on television shows, and relying on medication from doctors.


I'm alright, I guess you didn't even ask
Despite appearances, he is not actually feeling okay, and nobody even bothered to inquire about his well-being.


Tonight I'm wondering why I even do this
At this moment, he contemplates the reasons for continuing his current lifestyle or occupation.


If you could just pour me a hundred drinks
If someone could provide him with an excessive amount of alcohol, it might help him achieve a deep and restful sleep.


There's no need for a costume when you look like Halloween
His appearance is already eerie and strange, resembling the atmosphere of Halloween, so he doesn't require additional disguise.


And there's no place to hide your face when your job is to be seen
Since his occupation involves being constantly seen by others, he has no hiding place for his face or true self.


Pinned between two worlds that once were so clearly defined
He is stuck in a position where he is caught between two distinct worlds that used to be clearly separated or defined.


His fame became the barrier and outgrew him in size
His own fame became an obstacle, growing larger than him and overshadowing his true self.


c martyr for the masses and a self-made spectacle
He becomes a martyr or sacrifice for the entertainment and satisfaction of the general public, creating his own grand show or display.


c certain point it becomes hard to let it go
At a specific moment, it becomes difficult for him to release or abandon this lifestyle or image.


c job of forty hearts was done by one and it grew tired
The work that typically requires the efforts of forty individuals is carried out by him alone, and it eventually wears him down.


He stayed at home mostly alone and the hills of Caroline
He chooses to spend most of his time isolated and by himself in the hills of Caroline, seeking solace or solitude.


I might sleep like a giant
If given the opportunity, he might finally rest and sleep deeply, just like a giant would.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: The Lil Smokies

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@kathleengevorkian8557

Great song.....great words

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