A unique blend of Alternative Folk, The Trouble With Templeton’s music is about honest feelings and emotional experiences.
With a strong lyrical and melodic focus, each song commands attention with passionate and heartfelt sincerity.
Thomas began writing as a young teenager and now at age 21 is releasing his debut album “Bleeders” This coming May.
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Like A Kid
The Trouble With Templeton Lyrics
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filling my nights thinking bout life if I were bolder, and
like a kid in the backroom, watching television waiting for the bathroom,
and it isn't safe to assume there'll be someone on the corner to escort you.
Mother why'd you tell my friends?
Mother why'd you sell my things?
I'm feeling like a faucet leaking.
Can't help but cry when I'm at home and sleeping soundly, and
like a man at the front door always selling you a ticket to the big drawing.
It isn't safe to ignore that other part of you that you would almost kill for.
Mother why'd you tell my friends?
Mother whyd you sell my things?
Mother what is it this time?
Mother why you always cry?
You're looking like a faucet leaking.
Can't help but sigh when I'm alone and feeling lower.
The Trouble With Templeton's song "Like a Kid" is a powerful and introspective piece that delves into the complexities of life through the perspectives of two characters - one is a child and the other is an adult. The lyrics conjure up a sense of deep sadness and frustration, as the singer reflects on the struggles of life and the pain that comes from feeling like they have lost control. The lyrics are a poignant reminder that everyone, no matter their age or experience, has their own set of struggles that they must face.
The song's opening lines, "Can't help but sigh when I'm alone and feeling lower, and filling my nights thinking bout life if I were bolder," speaks to the universal experience of feeling overwhelmed and defeated by life's challenges. The "kid in the backroom, watching television waiting for the bathroom" signifies the powerlessness one feels in their own life - trapped in a holding pattern, waiting for the next step or the next opportunity to present itself.
The second half of the song speaks to the damage that can be caused by others, particularly those we hold close. The lines "Mother why'd you tell my friends? Mother why'd you sell my things? I'm feeling like a faucet leaking" reveal a betrayal of trust, and the feeling of being exposed and vulnerable. The repetition of the phrase "Mother why" emphasizes the pain that comes from losing something that once felt secure.
Overall, "Like a Kid" is a poignant and thought-provoking song that encourages the listener to consider their own experiences with struggle and the ways in which betrayal and loss can shape us.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't help but sigh when I'm alone and feeling lower.
I feel sad and powerless when I am by myself.
Filling my nights thinking bout life if I were bolder.
I spend my evenings contemplating what my life would be like if I were more courageous.
Like a kid in the backroom, watching television waiting for the bathroom.
I feel stuck and helpless, like a child waiting for permission to use the bathroom.
It isn't safe to assume there'll be someone on the corner to escort you.
It's not wise to rely on someone else to protect or assist you.
Mother why'd you tell my friends?
Why did you share my personal information with my friends, Mother?
Mother why'd you sell my things?
Mother, why did you get rid of my belongings without my permission?
I'm feeling like a faucet leaking.
I feel like my emotions are spilling out of me uncontrollably, like a leaking faucet.
Can't help but cry when I'm at home and sleeping soundly.
Even when I am resting comfortably at home, I can't help but cry and feel upset.
Reading my books bout how life looks when you're astounding.
I immerse myself in literature that depicts the awe-inspiring possibilities of life.
Like a man at the front door always selling you a ticket to the big drawing.
I feel like life is constantly trying to sell me on grand opportunities that I may or may not have the chance to grab hold of.
It isn't safe to ignore that other part of you that you would almost kill for.
Ignoring a significant aspect of oneself can lead to dangerous consequences.
Mother what is it this time?
Mother, what have you done now?
Mother why you always cry?
Mother, why are you always sad?
You're looking like a faucet leaking.
You appear upset and emotional, like a leaking faucet.
Contributed by Thomas M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.