Complications
The Nutty Boys Lyrics
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Try to understand the complications
Running through my mind
I've barely the time for my own relations
Let alone your own low life crimes
So spare me the grief accept the consequences
You'd steal the gold from the teeth
As your grandmother ghostdances
The easy way out
And with the complications there's got to come a lowdown
Complications there's got to be a showdown
Do I honestly know just what it is I'm searching for
Looking for searching for
I'll check under the floorboards
So just stand still it's all making me
(Complications all work all work out)
(Complications all work all work out)
(Complications all work all work out)
(Complications all work work? out)
We're all looking for the green man
The safest way home
Check it check it check it check it check check check check it?
Complications there's got to come a lowdown
Complications there's got to be a showdown
Try to understand the sheer frustrations
Tumbling through our mind
Do I honestly know just what it is
I'm searching for
We're all looking for a good time
The easy way out
Complications there's got to be a lowdown
Complications there's got to come a showdown
Complications hi hi hi, hi hi hi
Hiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!
The Nutty Boys’s song “Complications” focuses on the idea of trying to navigate through life’s obstacles and frustrations while searching for happiness and an easy way out. The lyrics convey the singer's difficulties in dealing with the “complications” that come with everyday life. The first stanza emphasizes the singer’s inability to focus on anyone else's problems because he already has too much on his plate. He doesn't have the time to deal with anyone else’s “low life crimes.” The singer begs for others to accept the consequences of their actions, as he feels almost everyone is too wrapped in themselves to do so.
The chorus of the song repeats the word “complications” and suggests that there is some sort of lowdown or showdown that is bound to occur when dealing with life’s many challenges. The second stanza carries on this theme, asking if the singer honestly knows what he is searching for in life, while emphasizing that everyone is looking for happiness and an easy way out. There is a sense of desperation implied in the song; the search for an easy way out is a fruitless endeavor that only leads to more “complications.”
Overall, “Complications” portrays a sense of existential angst and frustration. It is a reminder that life can be difficult and that the search for a simple solution often leads to more confusion and pain.
Line by Line Meaning
Try to understand the complications
As individuals, we face difficulties and complications in life that are hard to comprehend.
Running through my mind
These complications are preoccupying our thoughts and taking up space in our minds.
I've barely the time for my own relations
These complex issues are causing us to be consumed to the point of neglecting our personal relationships.
Let alone your own low life crimes
We don't have the capacity to deal with any more negativity or problems from others, especially concerning criminal behavior.
So spare me the grief accept the consequences
Avoid blaming others for our issues and accept the consequences of our actions or inactions to solve our problems.
You'd steal the gold from the teeth
Highlighting the extreme greed and desperation that can compel an individual to do anything for wealth.
As your grandmother ghostdances
A reference to the spiritual belief of dancing spirits, reminding us to be mindful of our actions and their impact on others, even our ancestors.
We're all looking for a good time
Despite our difficulties, we all want to find enjoyment and happiness in our lives.
The easy way out
We are tempted to take the path of least resistance to solve our problems, rather than confronting them head-on.
And with the complications there's got to come a lowdown
Inevitably, there will be a negative consequence or a harsh truth that must be faced when dealing with complicated problems.
Do I honestly know just what it is I'm searching for
Challenging ourselves to question what we truly want in life, and if we are pursuing it for the right reasons.
Looking for searching for
Reiterating the theme of searching for something, whether it be happiness or a solution to our problems.
I'll check under the floorboards
An implication that we will exhaust all options and search every corner, even the unlikely ones, to solve our problems.
So just stand still it's all making me
Expressing the overwhelming feeling of being consumed and weighed down by our problems to the point of being paralyzed.
(Complications all work all work out)
Believing that despite the difficulties, everything will eventually work itself out.
We're all looking for the green man
The 'green man' refers to a traffic light, implying that we are all searching for guidance and direction in our lives.
The safest way home
Seeking the most secure and protected way to navigate our lives and avoid any potential negative consequences.
Check it check it check it check it check check check check it?
An expression of urgency to verify that the 'green man' is present and safe in order to make a move forward.
Try to understand the sheer frustrations
Reiterating the difficulty of facing our problems and the stressful emotions this can cause.
Tumbling through our mind
Our complicated issues and worries are constantly swirling and bouncing around in our heads.
Complications hi hi hi, hi hi hi
A playful and sarcastic reference to the seriousness of our problems, and the absurdity of trying to make light of them.
Hiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!
An exaggerated and humorous expression of relief or release from the stress and difficulties of our complicated lives.
Contributed by Amelia I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.