Hallelujah
The Rubens Lyrics


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Well, you're a fool on your back with a book in your hand and no handle on front
You got the power to think and a heart with a beat, but you're using just one
I feel you're looking at me as if you're hoping to see I got a foot for a ton
'Cause I'm a son of a gun
Thank goodness you've come

(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(Too late) what's it to ya, what's it to ya, what's it-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-

I'd like a kick in the teeth or a pat on the back if we're taking it slow
There'll be a sword in my side to siphon the life, create a venomous flow
You've got no message to preach, there's not a lot you can teach that I don't already know
'Cause I'm a son of a gun
And I'll wait 'til you're done

(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(Too late) what's it to ya, what's it to ya, what's it-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-

Now I'm not sure of much but on love, you can bet that I ain't ever wrong
It's a thrill and a rush 'cause one moment it's here and the next it is gone
Chop me up into bits, put a pinch on my lip and call a feather a ton
'Cause I'm a son of a gun
Thank goodness you've come
'Cause I'm a son of a gun
'Cause I'm a son of a gun
I'ma wait 'til you're done
'Cause I'm a son of a gun

(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(Too late) what's it to ya, what's it to ya, what's it-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-

(Don't wait) for me Hunter, I'm in front of you forever
(Don't wait) on my feeling that you're healin', you're a dancer




(Just take) take a moment, slow your movement, now go faster
(I'm saved) not a loser, 'cause you used her, hallelujah

Overall Meaning

The Rubens's "Hallelujah" is a thoughtful and introspective song that delves into the complexities of human emotion and experience. The first stanza speaks of a person who appears to be focused entirely on their own thoughts and ideas, to the detriment of their ability to connect with others. The singer recognizes this and expresses gratitude that someone has come into their life to help break through that self-imposed barrier. The chorus continues the grateful and relieved sentiment with the repeated use of the word "hallelujah," a common exclamation of joy or thanks in religious contexts.


The second stanza shifts focus to the singer's own strengths and weaknesses, noting that they have a strong sense of self and an understanding of love, but also acknowledging that they can be prickly and defensive. The final line of the stanza, "thank goodness you've come," echoes the sentiment from the first verse and suggests that the singer is open to the idea of being helped or looked after by someone else, despite their initial resistance. The chorus repeats again, but with an added line about not waiting for the singer, who is "in front of you forever," perhaps suggesting that they have moved past their initial reluctance and are ready to embrace a new direction in life.


One interesting aspect of the song is its use of religious language and imagery, such as the repeated "hallelujah" and the reference to being "saved." This could be interpreted in a spiritual sense, but could also be read as a metaphorical search for salvation or redemption from past mistakes or emotional struggles. Additionally, the line "chop me up into bits" could be interpreted as a reference to a Bible story in which a woman asks King Solomon to cut a baby in half to settle a custody dispute, but the song does not directly reference this story.


Overall, "Hallelujah" is a song about the difficulties of connecting with others and finding one's place in the world, but also a message of hope and gratitude for those who help us along the way.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, you're a fool on your back with a book in your hand and no handle on front
You're lying on your back like a fool with a book in your hand but you can't seem to find a way to make progress.


You got the power to think and a heart with a beat, but you're using just one
You have both the ability to think and feel, but you're ignoring one of them.


I feel you're looking at me as if you're hoping to see I got a foot for a ton
I sense that you are scrutinizing me, in hopes of finding some flaw I might have.


'Cause I'm a son of a gun Thank goodness you've come
But I'm a talented and capable person, and luckily you've arrived to see that.


(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle- (I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle- (Too late) what's it to ya, what's it to ya, what's it- (I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
I feel relief and exultation, and it doesn't matter to anyone else.


I'd like a kick in the teeth or a pat on the back if we're taking it slow
If we are going to proceed slowly, I'd like either some harsh feedback or some praise.


There'll be a sword in my side to siphon the life, create a venomous flow
I expect to endure pain that will allow me to channel my experiences into something powerful and impactful.


You've got no message to preach, there's not a lot you can teach that I don't already know
I don't think you have anything important to say, as I feel I've learned everything there is to know already.


Now I'm not sure of much but on love, you can bet that I ain't ever wrong
I may not be certain about many things, but I know for sure that I'm always right when it comes to love.


It's a thrill and a rush 'cause one moment it's here and the next it is gone
Love is a fast-paced and exhilarating experience, but also can vanish just as quickly.


Chop me up into bits, put a pinch on my lip and call a feather a ton
I'm willing to undergo intense hardships and inexplicable situations for my beliefs.


'Cause I'm a son of a gun Thank goodness you've come 'Cause I'm a son of a gun 'Cause I'm a son of a gun I'ma wait 'til you're done
I'm confident in my abilities and grateful that you are here to see them, so I'll wait for you to make your judgments.


(Don't wait) for me, Hunter, I'm in front of you forever (Don't wait) on my feeling that you're healin', you're a dancer (Just take) take a moment, slow your movement, now go faster (I'm saved) not a loser, 'cause you used her, hallelujah
Don't hold back for me, keep moving forward. Don't rely on my intuition to heal you, rely on your own instincts. Take a moment to slow down before speeding up, and that way I'll feel like I'm not a failure, but hallelujah that you were able to use your powers effectively.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Scott James Baldwin, David Martin Kahne, Elliott Patrick Margin, Izaac Alan Margin, Samuel Stephen Margin, William Shannon Zeglis

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Well, you're a fool on your back with a book in your hand and no handle on front
You got the power to think and a heart with a beat, but you're using just one
I feel you're looking at me as if you're hoping to see I got a foot for a ton
'Cause I'm a son of a gun
Thank goodness you've come

(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(Too late) what's it to ya, what's it to ya, what's it-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-

I'd like a kick in the teeth or a pat on the back if we're taking it slow
There'll be a sword in my side to siphon the life, create a venomous flow
You've got no message to preach, there's not a lot you can teach that I don't already know
'Cause I'm a son of a gun
And I'll wait 'til you're done

(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(Too late) what's it to ya, what's it to ya, what's it-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-

Now I'm not sure of much but on love, you can bet that I ain't ever wrong
It's a thrill and a rush 'cause one moment it's here and the next it is gone
Chop me up into bits, put a pinch on my lip and call a feather a ton
'Cause I'm a son of a gun
Thank goodness you've come
'Cause I'm a son of a gun
'Cause I'm a son of a gun
I'ma wait 'til you're done
'Cause I'm a son of a gun

(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-
(Too late) what's it to ya, what's it to ya, what's it-
(I'm saved) hallelujah, hallelujah, halle-

(Don't wait) for me Hunter, I'm in front of you forever
(Don't wait) on my feeling that you're healin', you're a dancer
(Just take) take a moment, slow your movement, now go faster
(I'm saved) not a loser, 'cause you used her, hallelujah



All comments from YouTube:

Tom Gilbert

Sounds a bit heavier than the first album, I'm loving it

:D :)

Isn't this from their first album?

Ella

Get ready to hear this on every AFL or sport commercial.

WA FOOTY HUB

Just saw it on the 2015 wafl GF

Tazza Madz

Hahahahaha

Jason Hardridge

They always play it on the cricket before and after ad breaks

Kuro Bancho

+ellaHam100 They're gonna ruin it then. D:

Sir Hughes

This made me lol so hard

Leolyrics

Absolutely gotta make a Lyrics video on this song, it's amazing.
Either if i don't think many people will see it. But hey, who cares?

Izzy G

been waiting for a new Rubens tune and this one definitely meets the mark (if not exceeding it) brilliant :)

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