Trigger
The Pink Slips Lyrics
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Whats it gonna be
Did you pay for dinner
Whats it gonna be?
Trigger trigger trigger
Trigger trigger trigger
There's only one way to stay clean
There's only one way to stay clean
And you trigger me
Cause I came then I came to and now I come to believe
Steps 1 2 3
These only one way to stay clean
And you trigger me
I'll tell ya harvey
How its gonna be
I'm putting down my memory
Cause you keep coming to me
Trigger trigger trigger
Trigger trigger trigger
There's only one way to stay clean
And you trigger me
There's only one way to stay clean
And you trigger me
Cause I came then I came to and now I come to believe
Steps 1 2 3
These only one way to stay clean
And you trigger me
Don't kill cause your pretty darlin' don't kill
Don't kill cause your pretty darlin' don't kill
Don't kill cause your pretty darlin' don't kill
Don't kill cause you got the power don't kill
The lyrics of The Pink Slips's song "Trigger" speak to the desire to break free from destructive habits and behaviors, but feeling unable to do so due to triggers or external factors. The repetition of the word "trigger" highlights the idea of feeling activated or set off by something, in this case, the actions of someone else. The first verse suggests a romantic relationship, where the singer is questioning whether their partner has paid for dinner and what it means for their future together. The second verse is directed towards someone named Harvey, and the singer is declaring their intention to let go of past memories that keep resurfacing or "triggering" them.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that there is only one way to stay clean or break free from negative patterns, but that the person speaking is being triggered by someone else. The bridge suggests a possible solution or process for staying clean or breaking free, referencing "steps 1 2 3." The final lines of the song caution against using one's power or beauty to hurt others or causing harm.
Overall, the lyrics of "Trigger" create a sense of internal struggle and conflict, as the singer recognizes the need for change but feels helpless in the face of outside influence or trigger points.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh tell me baby
The singer is asking the person they are addressing to communicate with them.
Whats it gonna be
The singer is asking the person they are addressing to make a decision about something that seems to be of importance.
Did you pay for dinner
The singer is asking the person they are addressing about the payment of an expense (dinner) they shared together.
Trigger trigger trigger
The artist is using the word 'trigger' repetitively, perhaps to emphasize the meaning behind the word which could be related to addiction, dependency, or compulsion.
There's only one way to stay clean
The artist believes that there is only one way to keep yourself from getting in trouble or falling into bad habits, and it involves staying away from things that trigger you.
And you trigger me
The person being addressed is someone who causes the singer to feel triggered and possibly fall back into bad habits.
Cause I came then I came to and now I come to believe
The singer is talking about coming to the realization of something after previously being in a state of confusion or uncertainty.
Steps 1 2 3
The artist could be referring to a process or steps they need to take in order to stay clean or overcome their addiction/triggers.
I'll tell ya Harvey
The artist is addressing someone named Harvey and is going to reveal something to them.
How its gonna be
The artist is implying that they are in control of the situation and are going to dictate the outcome.
I'm putting down my memory
The singer is letting go of something in their past (memory) that has been causing them problems or triggering them.
Cause you keep coming to me
The person being addressed is someone who is actively present in the artist's life and continues to affect them negatively.
Don't kill cause your pretty darlin' don't kill
The singer is perhaps suggesting that the person they are addressing has power over others and should use that power for good instead of harm.
Don't kill cause you got the power don't kill
The singer is continuing to emphasize the message that the person they are addressing should use their power for good instead of harm.
Contributed by Peyton C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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This sounds like it would be used a Levi's Commercial or a beer company. Great song! New fan.
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@Esceefort
Unique vocals and she's hot! Awesome stage presence. I really dig the instruments - band sounds tight! I hope they go forward in this direction since I hated 'Ready'. Looking forward to more new music.
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Saw these guys play live last summer and the energy was indescribable.
@illalwaysloveyou478
THIS BAND THO
it's so FUCKING GOOD
And I don't understand how it's not crazy famous cuz they're so talented.😁🤘🤘
@MrPapamoon
because fame aint got nothing to do with tALENT
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You're always killing it, guys! So good! <3
@breannadjekic7253
I totally love this song I am so gonna put this on my summer playlist
@josephdedona4760
I'm mesmerized by her voice.