The culmination of creative song writing and solid musical styles of its members Sean Mulligan (Guitars, Vocals, Keyboards), James Marshall Duich (Guitars, Vocals), Mike Schiff (Bass) and Aaron Bouslog (Drums), set The Queue above many of their contemporaries. Collectively, they are well on their way to accomplish what they set out to do. To play great rock and roll for as many people in as many places as they can.
Sign Of The Times
The Queue Lyrics
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But you're a good lookin' girl
So I won't lie to you
I might be strange
Don't get me wrong
If things don't pan out
Well I'm not gonna be here for long
Asking guys do they wanna get out of here
They might great
Don't get me wrong
They'll spend the night
In the morning
Well they will be gone
What does it mean to be a man
Is it the size of your dick
The blood on your hands
I may not be perfect so never mind
Like the newspapers say
It's the sign of the times
Another half-hearted kiss on the cheek my dear
Asking guys do they wanna get out of here
What does it mean
Who really cares
As long as you're on the inside
And they are out there
I'll tell you one thing that
I've come to know is true
Your inhibitions
Well they won't give add to you
Don't be afraid
I might be wrong
You can't believe what you hear in a fucking rock song
What does it mean to be a man
Is it the size of your dick or
The blood on your hands
I may not be perfect so never mind
Like the newspapers say
It's the sign of the times
It's takes two to kiss
It's takes one to tell
Another second in here
Is like a second in hell
It's takes two to kiss
It's takes one to tell
Another second in here
Is like a second in hell
It's takes two to kiss
It's takes one to tell
Another second in here
Is like a second in hell
It's takes two to kiss
It's takes one to tell
Another second in here
Is like a second in
What does it mean to be a man
Is it the size of your dick
The blood on your hands
I may not be perfect so never mind
Like the newspapers say
It's the sign of the times
Copyright 2009
The Queue's song "Sign of the Times" is a reflection on the contradicting societal expectations placed on young men in modern culture. The opening lines "You'll never know how much of what I say is true, But you're a good lookin' girl. So I won't lie to you" highlights a sense of insincerity within the singer. He is perhaps trying to impress the girl he is talking to by saying what he believes she wants to hear, which ultimately elevates his status. However, the lyrics later reveal that his façade will not last long as he sings "if things don't pan out, Well I'm not gonna be here for long."
The chorus questions the traditional masculinity traits that are praised in society, such as the size of one's genitalia and their ability to cause violence, and whether these ideals hold any true value in the larger picture. The singer admits to not being perfect and implies that one should not worry about such trivial things, stating "Like the newspapers say It's the sign of the times."
The second verse shifts focus onto the girl the singer is talking to, who is seemingly attempting to leave the party with multiple men. The line "It takes two to kiss, It takes one to tell" demonstrates the societal double standard where men are praised for promiscuity while women are often shamed for it. The singer understands the harsh judgement the girl may face but ultimately states that she should not be afraid to live her life as she pleases.
Line by Line Meaning
You'll never know how much of what I say is true
I have a mysterious and ambiguous nature, and you can never be sure what I say is 100% true.
But you're a good lookin' girl
I find you attractive physically.
So I won't lie to you
I won't deceive you intentionally because of your good look.
I might be strange
I am a bit unusual and unconventional in my behavior.
Don't get me wrong
Don't misunderstand me.
If things don't pan out
If things don't go as planned or anticipated.
Well I'm not gonna be here for long
I won't stay here for a long time if things don't go the way I want.
Another half-hearted kiss on the cheek my dear
I give another insincere kiss on your cheek, my dear.
Asking guys do they wanna get out of here
I am asking other men if they want to leave this place.
They might great
They might be great people.
They'll spend the night
They will stay the night here.
In the morning
By morning time.
Well they will be gone
They will leave once the night is over.
What does it mean to be a man
What is the true definition of masculinity?
Is it the size of your dick
Is it about the physical size and sexual prowess of a man?
The blood on your hands
Is it about the violence and aggression that some men exhibit?
I may not be perfect so never mind
I'm not a perfect example of a 'man,' so don't pay too much attention to my thoughts on the matter.
Like the newspapers say
Similar to what we read in the news.
It's the sign of the times
It's a reflection of the current state of society and culture.
Who really cares
Does anyone actually care?
As long as you're on the inside
As long as you belong and are accepted within a group or community.
And they are out there
As long as some people are excluded or left out.
I'll tell you one thing that I've come to know is true
I'll share one thing that I've learned and is undoubtedly true.
Your inhibitions
Your psychological and mental barriers or restrictions.
Well they won't give add to you
They won't have a beneficial effect on you.
Don't be afraid
Don't be scared or apprehensive.
I might be wrong
I admit that I could be incorrect or mistaken.
You can't believe what you hear in a fucking rock song
Don't take everything a musician says literally or as the absolute truth.
It's takes two to kiss
Both parties are required for a kiss.
It's takes one to tell
Only one person is needed to gossip or spread rumors.
Another second in here
Another moment spent in this place.
Is like a second in hell
Feels like an unbearable and painful experience.
Contributed by Ellie K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
0rion
All these titles are oddly specific and I'm staring to think they're named after experiences from past lives
panicking at the wrong disco
p e r h a p s
0rion
Ok I know that this was made literal months ago but I just watched interstellar for the first time as an astrophysics student and I may or may not have wept real jesus tears ❤
Nicole Laffan
This is gospel but you’re in a coffin at your funeral
panicking at the wrong disco
Just uploaded! :)
andoni gogo
JUST IN TIMMEEE 💛