Bad Trip
The Men From U.N.C.L.E Lyrics
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Dark bright blue eyes again
Shit I'm trippin
But aint trippin
Just livin'
Maybe livid
Psilocybin has been my choice to get heightened and enlightened
Watching this enticing splicing of the brain
Shit I'm trippin
But aint trippin
Just livin'
Maybe livid
Psilocybin has been my choice to get heightened and enlightened
Watching this enticing splicing of the brain
Hit the blunt now I'm okay
Stray from dismay
Stars got me in a craze
In this filthy maze
Minds a haze
But I'll let the daze
Take me home
Take my soul
Looking away from the fame
Fuck my name
Just want this lane
Want to remain
Lonely junkie
Hoping I can do this for life
Is that much to ask for?
Short lived life
Drugs downfall die
But I'm holding the scythe
8Ball in public
Pills in my gullet
Just need a bullet
Fucking pull it
Manifest a uprise
But to my surprise
Lies defy advice
Despise my disguise
Dramatize this facade
Cardboard fans applause
No satisfaction
Zero withdrawal from it all
Shit I'm trippin'
But aint trippin'
Just livin
Maybe livid
Psilocybin has been my choice to get heightened and enlightened
Watching this enticing splicing of the brain
Hit the blunt now I'm okay
Shit I'm trippin
But aint trippin
Just livin
Maybe livid
Psilocybin has been my choice to get heightened and enlightened
Watching this enticing splicing of the brain
Hit the blunt now I'm okay
Reign another day
The lyrics to "Bad Trip" by The Men From U.N.C.L.E delve into the theme of drug use and its effects on the singer's perception of reality. The opening lines, "Glistening plastic skin, Dark bright blue eyes again," suggest a distorted perception of the world, possibly due to the influence of drugs. The line "Shit I'm trippin, but ain't trippin, just livin" conveys a sense of acceptance and embracing the altered state of consciousness that comes with drug use. It implies that the singer is not concerned about the temporary disorientation caused by drugs but sees it as part of their way of living.
The mention of "psilocybin," a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain mushrooms, indicates that this substance is the singer's drug of choice. They believe it helps them reach a heightened and enlightened state of being. The line "Watching this enticing splicing of the brain" suggests an interest in observing and experiencing the effects of drugs on the mind, possibly as a means of escape or self-discovery.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of detachment or dissatisfaction with fame and its associated trappings. The lyrics express a desire for a simpler life, away from the pressures of the public eye. The line "Just want this lane, want to remain, lonely junkie" reflects a yearning for a solitary existence, even if it means living as a drug-dependent individual.
The phrases "Short-lived life, drugs downfall die, but I'm holding the scythe" and "8Ball in public, pills in my gullet, just need a bullet, fucking pull it" convey a sense of self-destructive tendencies, a recognition of the negative consequences that can be associated with drug use. This may suggest a struggle between the desire for the temporary escape drugs provide and the recognition of the harm they can cause.
Despite the dark undertones, the song ends on a somewhat ambiguous note with the line "Reign another day," which could imply either a continuation of drugs and their effects or a renewed determination to overcome the challenges and temptations associated with substance abuse.
Line by Line Meaning
Glistening plastic skin
My external appearance shines and looks artificial
Dark bright blue eyes again
My eyes are intensely bright blue, representing confusion or emotional turmoil
Shit I'm trippin
I am experiencing the effects of drugs or hallucinogens
But aint trippin
Despite my altered state, I am not overly concerned or disturbed by it
Just livin'
I am simply existing and going through life
Maybe livid
Perhaps I am angered or frustrated by my current situation
Psilocybin has been my choice to get heightened and enlightened
I choose to use psilocybin to achieve a state of increased awareness and knowledge
Watching this enticing splicing of the brain
Observing the captivating process of the brain's interconnectedness
Hit the blunt now I'm okay
Smoking marijuana has alleviated my current state of mind
Stray from dismay
Moving away from despair or distress
Stars got me in a craze
The celestial bodies have captivated and bewildered me
In this filthy maze
Navigating through a complicated and dirty path
Minds a haze
My thoughts are unclear or clouded
But I'll let the daze
I will allow myself to remain in this confused or disoriented state
Take me home
Guide me towards a place of comfort or familiarity
Take my soul
Accept my essence or inner self
Looking away from the fame
Avoiding the obsession with popularity or attention
Fuck my name
Disregard my identity or reputation
Just want this lane
I desire to pursue my own path or direction
Want to remain
Wishing to stay in my current state
Lonely junkie
I am a solitary drug addict
Hoping I can do this for life
Having a wishful thinking that I can sustain this lifestyle indefinitely
Is that much to ask for?
Is it too unreasonable to desire this?
Short lived life
Living a brief and transient existence
Drugs downfall die
The use of drugs will eventually lead to my demise
But I'm holding the scythe
However, I am in control of my own fate or destiny
8Ball in public
Engaging in recreational drug use openly
Pills in my gullet
Swallowing pills into my stomach
Just need a bullet
I desire an end to my suffering or struggles
Fucking pull it
Act on the impulse to end my life
Manifest a uprise
Creating or bringing about a rebellion or revolution
But to my surprise
Contrary to my expectations
Lies defy advice
Falsehoods challenge or contradict guidance or counsel
Despise my disguise
Hating the deception or facade I wear
Dramatize this facade
Exaggerating or amplifying this false image
Cardboard fans applause
Receiving insincere and superficial admiration from superficial fans
No satisfaction
Feeling no fulfillment or contentment
Zero withdrawal from it all
Experiencing no desire or need to detach from it completely
Reign another day
Continue to rule or have control over my life for another day
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Written by: Corey Fenhaus
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