Cocktail
The Postmen Lyrics


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There's girls I've been in love with I smoked pot with
I've met enough things in life
I need this woman to get stuck with
Scuff with I need it for my rude character

And my cold temperature
It's the main topic might marry her
In mind she's with me shy smile made her pretty
We took boat trips around the city

I told her how this world became evil and disputed polluted
Buildings and monuments just sooped
It we talked about a livin' I'm still missing but I pray for
Want to buy her stuff that she adored but I was raised poor

Covered my sorrow praise them for a better day tomorrow
'Cause all I have I borrowed bought myself lotto's
Live on a hustle exploiting talents is my motto
Produce half my world for money and more to follow

My sins will be committed on a female body and
If I die it's between legs police claiming pussy got me

Fly cocktail about a fly female
Explain what I feel without further details
We had future plans but she wasn't keepin' it real
She broke my damn heart that's the deal, that's why

Love left me with a hangover
Fly cocktail I will get over you yes
You don't treat me right
Still Jah is my guide on this road to life

I gave her lots of lovin' but she returned me nothing
She couldn't give me no respect she's flexin' with a lot of men
I finally left her in the cold took back my heart she stole
'Cause when l called her on the phone she often put me on a hold
No baby no this is not my steelo

I see so many eyes spy when I mingle with my people
Dwell single that's the sequel
When we was real you gave support
Now you act like you are bored gave your girls your home rapport

From my next to my ex from my ex back to the next
Maybe I did it for the sex maybe I did it to relax
You will never know that's right I keep it to myself
I know you dying inside holding my pillow tight

You was my new flavor couldn't give I never gave ya
Never played ya
Can't understand this strange behavior no longer date ya
We've grown up we splitted up I reminisce about you
While refilling my cup

Fly cocktail about a fly female
Explain what I feel without further details
We had future plans but she wasn't keepin' it real
She broke my damn heart that's the deal, that's why

You used me abused me
Mentally confused me
Lord no longer will you fool me
Oh no
I thought you was my guided light
Fly cocktail you don't treat me right

[Chorus]

I heard from him and him say me that she said she was pregnant
It's been a long time since I stinged her like a cactus
Put on the spot for what I did not
Messed my thoughts claimed support it's not my fault
To make a long story short
She had a miscarriage a broken street marriage
Her daddy kicked her in the belly
Caused a lot of damage
So now she's worried about them one night stands
She didn't plan
She never had a man until she had a Postman.





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The Postmen's song "Cocktail" is a complicated, introspective look at a failed relationship. The singer discusses his past relationships, explaining that he needs a woman to "get stuck with," someone who can help him deal with his rough edges and cynical outlook on life. He talks about his desire to provide for his woman, to buy her things she adores, but he's held back by his humble beginnings and persistent poverty. He ruminates on the evils of the world and how he and his lover have talked about what they miss and what they pray for. But ultimately, the relationship ends, with the singer left feeling used and abused.


Throughout the song, the singer takes a hard look at himself and his past relationships, trying to understand what went wrong. He acknowledges his own role in the breakdown of the relationship, even as he rails against his lover's betrayal. In the end, though, he seems to find some measure of peace, acknowledging that he'll get over his lover and that he trusts in Jah to guide him on the road of life.


Overall, "Cocktail" is a complex meditation on love, loss, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. The Postmen's lyrics are raw and honest, and the song's soulful melody only adds to its emotional punch.


Line by Line Meaning

There's girls I've been in love with I smoked pot with
I have had romantic experiences with girls whom I also shared a recreational marijuana habit.


I've met enough things in life
I have a wealth of life experience.


I need this woman to get stuck with
I desire a long-term, committed relationship with this woman.


Scuff with I need it for my rude character
I require the grounding and humbling influence of a partner to counteract my abrasive personality.


And my cold temperature
I possess a chilly and distant disposition.


It's the main topic might marry her
The possibility of marrying this woman is a subject of great importance to me.


In mind she's with me shy smile made her pretty
I am enamored with her shy smile and consider her to be beautiful.


We took boat trips around the city
We have enjoyed leisurely excursions together on boats in our urban environment.


I told her how this world became evil and disputed polluted
I shared my thoughts on the corruption and environmental degradation of our world with her.


Buildings and monuments just sooped
Infrastructure and landmarks have been erected without regard for the detrimental effects they may have on society and the environment.


It we talked about a livin' I'm still missing but I pray for
We discussed how life could be different, and though I acknowledge that there are elements missing from my existence, I still pray for a better future.


Want to buy her stuff that she adored but I was raised poor
I desire to purchase items that she enjoys, but I was raised in poverty and may not have the means to do so.


Covered my sorrow praise them for a better day tomorrow
I conceal my sadness and look forward to a brighter future.


'Cause all I have I borrowed bought myself lotto's
I have accumulated resources through debt and gambling.


Live on a hustle exploiting talents is my motto
I sustain myself through a life of hustling and capitalizing on my talents.


Produce half my world for money and more to follow
I expend significant effort to create a prosperous life, and there is potential for even greater monetary reward.


My sins will be committed on a female body and
I may engage in immoral behavior with women.


If I die it's between legs police claiming pussy got me
If I were to die, law enforcement might say that my demise was related to a sexual encounter with a woman.


Fly cocktail about a fly female
This is a song about an attractive woman and my feelings for her.


Explain what I feel without further details
I will describe my emotions without providing specific details.


We had future plans but she wasn't keepin' it real
We made plans for the future, but she was not being honest with me.


She broke my damn heart that's the deal, that's why
She caused great emotional pain by ending our relationship, and that is why I feel heartbroken.


Love left me with a hangover
I am feeling the lingering effects of heartbreak.


Fly cocktail I will get over you yes
I will eventually heal from the hurt caused by my relationship with this woman.


You don't treat me right
This woman has not treated me with respect or care.


Still Jah is my guide on this road to life
I still have faith in my spirituality to help me navigate through life's challenges.


I gave her lots of lovin' but she returned me nothing
I showed her significant affection, but she did not reciprocate those feelings.


She couldn't give me no respect she's flexin' with a lot of men
She did not treat me with dignity and was involved with multiple other men.


I finally left her in the cold took back my heart she stole
I ended the relationship and reclaimed my emotional wellbeing from the pain she caused me.


'Cause when l called her on the phone she often put me on a hold
She was often inattentive and did not prioritize our communication.


No baby no this is not my steelo
I do not tolerate this type of behavior in a partner.


I see so many eyes spy when I mingle with my people
I receive a lot of scrutiny from others when I socialize with my peers.


Dwell single that's the sequel
I prefer to be single and not be involved in a romantic relationship.


When we was real you gave support
When things were sincere between us, you provided me with encouragement.


Now you act like you are bored gave your girls your home rapport
Now, you seem disinterested and are prioritizing your relationships with female friends over our relationship.


From my next to my ex from my ex back to the next
I have been involved in multiple romantic relationships, transitioning from one to the next.


Maybe I did it for the sex maybe I did it to relax
Perhaps I entered into these relationships for physical gratification or emotional release.


You will never know that's right I keep it to myself
I will not share my true motivations for my romantic relationships with this person.


I know you dying inside holding my pillow tight
I am aware that you are experiencing emotional pain and longing for intimacy with me.


You was my new flavor couldn't give I never gave ya
You were a new and exciting romantic interest, but I failed to provide you with the same level of affection you desired.


Never played ya
I did not intentionally deceive or manipulate you in our relationship.


Can't understand this strange behavior no longer date ya
I cannot tolerate this uncharacteristic behavior, and I am ending our dating relationship.


We've grown up we splitted up I reminisce about you
We have matured and ended our romantic relationship, but I still think fondly of you.


While refilling my cup
As I replenish my glass, I often recall our past relationship.


I heard from him and him say me that she said she was pregnant
I received secondhand information that this woman supposedly became pregnant.


It's been a long time since I stinged her like a cactus
It has been a significant amount of time since I have had any romantic or physical contact with her.


Put on the spot for what I did not
I was accused of something that I did not do.


Messed my thoughts claimed support it's not my fault
These accusations and rumors have caused me distress, and I deny any responsibility for the supposed situation.


To make a long story short
In short, to summarize what is being said.


She had a miscarriage a broken street marriage
This woman experienced a miscarriage and a failed marriage commonly associated with those who live street lifestyles.


Her daddy kicked her in the belly
Her father physically assaulted her by kicking her in the stomach.


Caused a lot of damage
This assault had serious harm and injury to the woman.


So now she's worried about them one night stands
As a result of her experiences, she is now anxious about casual sexual encounters.


She didn't plan
She did not intend on having a child or experiencing the events of her life.


She never had a man until she had a Postman.
This woman did not have a previous romantic relationship before involving with a Postman, the singer of the song.


[Chorus]
Refrain from the song.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANTONIO CURCETTI, ROBERTO BALDI

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