Bats
The Uncluded Lyrics

My feet hang off of every bed I ever slept on
I never really feel at home or comfortable wherever I go

Catch less Z's more f-bombs (fuck)
I have trouble sleeping and tend to use swear words as a way to express my frustration

Invaders from the north brought a body in the trunk
There are people from a different place who have brought along a dark and hidden secret

With four cold eyes ushering a Johnstown flood
These mysterious individuals seem to be causing a destructive event, likened to a flooding disaster

Too known too dumbstruck
They have too much knowledge or information, and it leaves me speechless

Plainclothes sputtering
These people are speaking incoherently or unintelligibly

A strange home spine-chilling cluster to unfuck
This eerie and unsettling situation needs to be resolved or untangled

Sup sup all steady with little magic
I try to maintain a calm and composed demeanor, relying on small moments of wonder or enchantment

No checked bags show up with the most baggage
There are no visible signs of emotional baggage, but it is actually present and burdensome

Fresh hell dragging old hell up from holed rabbits
I am experiencing new struggles that are reminiscent of previous hardships and they resurface unexpectedly

From mangled emotion and gross patterns
These difficulties arise from distorted emotions and unhealthy habits or patterns

No carrots only rumors of a bridge that flickered with black scallops
Instead of positive incentives or rewards, there are only rumors of a dark and ominous bridge

And float pine out the bathtub of crass maggots (Bats)
A bizarre and disturbing image of pine floating out of a bathtub filled with repulsive insects, metaphorically representing unsettling thoughts or ideas

1 point fuckin 5 schmillion
A large and exaggerated number, undermining how others operate or cope differently

A number undermining how they duck and dive different
This number undermines the way others avoid or navigate challenges differently

And I was waiting for an hour and I merely saw six
I waited for a significant amount of time, but only witnessed a small number or few

Some thought it was a bust, I thought it was the shit
While others may have seen it as disappointing or unsuccessful, I viewed it as impressive and noteworthy

I watched the videos and hung out with his friends and hugged his mama
I made an effort to get to know someone by watching their videos, spending time with their friends, and even embracing their mother

And it's clear to me this kid's the Minnesota Dali Lama
It is evident to me that this individual possesses significant wisdom and insight, like a revered spiritual leader

And the lama twist his tongue
The spiritual leader skillfully uses their words and speech

To create a perfect rhyme
Their words effortlessly form a flawless and harmonious rhyme

With every style preconceived to spit that shit out at your mind
They are adept at delivering their message in various styles, all designed to captivate and engage the listener's mind

And your mind's rind peels back revealing
Your mind's outer layer is peeled away, exposing its inner depths

Every dead friend on the back of a little black bat
Every deceased friend is symbolically represented on the back of a small, dark bat

So you stand and you wait at the top of the bridge
You patiently stand and anticipate at the highest point of the bridge

Only six fly out and return to where they hid
Only a small number of bats fly away and come back to their hiding place

So you wait and you wait and you never wanna leave
You continue to wait, never wanting to depart from this place

'Cause 1.5 million bats is what you need to see to grieve
There is a belief that one must witness an enormous amount of bats in order to properly mourn or grieve

1.5 million bats is what you think you need
There is a perception that a massive quantity of bats is necessary for the grieving process

But 6 is enough to receive a little peace
However, just a handful of bats is sufficient to find some solace or tranquility

'Cause every little bit counts
Even the smallest contribution or gesture holds significance

Sometimes in death and disorder
During times of death and chaos

You look for shooting stars
You search for signs of hope or beauty amidst the darkness

In the reflection of the water
Finding these signs of hope in the mirrored surface of water

And you open the gifts that you didn't expect
You are pleasantly surprised by unexpected blessings or presents

On the birthdays of the dead friends that are stuck in your head
These unexpected gifts come on the birthdays of deceased friends who remain deeply ingrained in your thoughts

Like love, and hugs and songs and rage
These gifts encompass emotions such as love, affection, music, and intense anger or frustration

And the keys that you needed to unlock your heart's cage
These gifts also include the crucial tools or solutions to free yourself from emotional turmoil or restrictions

The ability to put the pen back to the page
Regaining the capacity to continue writing or creating, despite challenges or setbacks

The heat beneath your feet to propel you on stage
The passion or motivation that drives you forward on stage or in your art

The beat that completes your shit these days
The rhythm or musical accompaniment that enhances and completes your creative work in the present time

Yea the beat that completes your shit these days
Indeed, the beat is what adds the final touch to your current creative endeavors

The post cards coast from a reoccurring force field
Postcards arrive from a repeated and powerful source of energy or influence

Pickling his demons with the prematurely door-nailed
This source of energy or influence is actively preserving or dealing with their personal demons in an unconventional manner

Never played Taps on a short scale
They never played the mournful bugle call, Taps, on a smaller or limited range

Played dream wars with corbins chalkboard nails
Instead, they engaged in imaginative battles or conflicts using imaginative weapons made of chalkboard nails

Sore thumb
They stand out or are easily noticeable

Ay yo played the corner of the salt lick
They found themselves in an unconventional or risky situation

Kayo said "are people you are meeting know what loss is?"
Kayo questioned if the individuals you encounter truly understand the depth and pain of loss

Twenty in a one a patio with forceps
In a cramped or confined space, they managed to fit twenty individuals using forceps or careful precision

Wig splits sorting would amount to little mortar heads
Their wild or unruly behavior may result in minor injuries or disagreements

Never gonna stop
They are determined and unwavering in their pursuit

Tell me about your homey
They ask about your friend or companion

The quote that would open a can of bogeys
The words or statement that would provoke a chain of negative or disruptive events

In the form of stolen roman candle stories
These events manifest as tales or anecdotes reminiscent of stolen fireworks that spark into chaotic displays

Wild youth clique
A group of rebellious and spirited young individuals

From a tethered plus my alive friends are even deader
Coming from a restrained or limited place, their living friends seem to be more lifeless or stagnant

There's a little folk singer who has run out of chords
There is a singer-songwriter who has exhausted all their musical resources or ideas

Like a big bad lion who has lost its roar
Similar to a powerful lion that can no longer unleash its loud roar, this singer has lost their ability to captivate or command attention

Coming in like a lamb-chop
Instead, they enter with a more subdued or gentle approach

At which the lion's shamed
This change in approach causes the lion to feel embarrassed or diminished

I got Gunther Gabel Williams
Gunther Gabel Williams, a famous animal trainer, symbolizes their attempt to regain control or mastery

Trynta tame my brain
They are trying to regain control over their thoughts or mental state

With a flick of the wrist and a crack of the whip
Using skill and precision, they try to assert their control or authority

I said if that's all you got
However, they express their disappointment, implying that these efforts are insufficient

You ain't got shit
Their message is that these attempts hold no value or effectiveness

'Cause for free birds like me
Because they are independent and unbound, like free birds

The possibilities are endless
They believe there are infinite opportunities and options available to them

Try to put me in a box
If others attempt to confine or limit them

I will be relentless
They will persist and not back down

In my pursuit of lots of different kinds of things
They are determined to explore and pursue a variety of interests and experiences

You can clip my toe nails but
Others may try to control or restrict them in small ways

You can't clip my wings
But they assert that their true essence or freedom cannot be taken away

I know about your brother
They possess knowledge or information about your sibling

I will bring him to the bridge
They promise to introduce or bring your brother to the bridge

If the colony is hiding we lift him on the six
In case the group or community is concealing themselves, they will assist in revealing their presence

Knife in the road
A pivotal or critical moment in their journey

Scalp in his mitten
They hold a symbol of victory or conquest, represented by a scalp, in their hand

Glass house decalicow and pissin'
They engage in defiant or rebellious behavior, challenging the fragile nature of a glass house

A proud Fugee and a foul cow limp cow system
They take pride in their association with the Fugees, a music group, but also criticize a corrupt or dysfunctional society

Triple crown clip never trickle down bread crumbs
They critique the failure of wealth or benefits to reach the lower classes or those in need

Group is over gallon
They have exceeded a certain limit or capacity as a collective unit

Under the bowed head shrunk
Underneath their lowered or submissive posture, they feel diminished or smaller

Better sip from the acrylic killer clown redrum-wretch
They sarcastically suggest drinking from a toxic or murderous clown, symbolizing the dangers of relying on superficial or artificial pleasures

If you ever woke up feeling future-proof
If one ever wakes up feeling invincible or immune to future hardships

Precious brothers in effect and rooting for the future you
They highlight the importance of supportive and cherished friends who believe in your potential and future success

Speaking of the future us
Referring to the future version of themselves

Twin city mourning
Mourning or grieving together in the twin cities

Broke a wiper on a rental trynta grin away the gory
They broke a windshield wiper on a rented vehicle, attempting to find humor or positivity in a gruesome or disturbing situation

Wait new game smuggle bats on a plane
They introduce a new game or challenge of secretly transporting bats on a plane

Wait newer game tug a whole bridge through his brain
They suggest an even more difficult or impossible task of pulling an entire bridge through someone's mind

I will drag these bricks
They assert their determination to carry and overcome heavy burdens

Over lake and law
Overcoming various obstacles or challenges, including natural elements and societal rules

Shake 1.5 out over St. Paul
They metaphorically shake loose or release 1.5 million bats over St. Paul, symbolizing a significant and transformative event

Just knowing poetry and mathematics get involved
They acknowledge the intertwining of art and logic in their endeavors

Then he totaled and a quarter of 'em a draw
Their efforts culminate in a significant success or achievement

Don't count shit
They emphasize not to underestimate or dismiss their accomplishments

First sign of leathery wings
At the earliest indication of danger or misfortune

He throw them devil horns up yelling heavenly things
They defiantly raise their hands in a rock and roll gesture, shouting positive or inspiring words

See I started this life
They reflect on the beginning of their journey or existence

As a nappy but clean flapjack
They started off as a slightly messy but well-intentioned and presentable individual

Slipping on the shiny white backs of the back pack
They navigate or progress through life by slipping or sliding on the polished exterior of their backpack

A princess a jock a brain a freak
They embrace and embody different identities or roles, including being both feminine and athletic, intelligent and eccentric

Now I'm a fucking rebel I'm a little of each
They have transformed into a rebellious individual and incorporate aspects of each identity in their present self

And I'm not ashamed of all the different parts in me
They are proud and unashamed of their multifaceted nature

And I like cross-pollinating the communities
They enjoy bringing together different groups or communities and encouraging collaboration or exchange of ideas

Because divided we're cool
While individual groups may seem cool or interesting on their own

But together we conquer
They believe in the power of unity and collaboration to achieve great things

Like monsters and roaches
Comparing this unity to the unstoppable force of monsters and the resourcefulness of roaches

And humans and honkers
Drawing parallels between the resilience of humans and the honking strength of geese

And if you're close to my age, then you were raised down the street
If you are of a similar age, it is likely that you were brought up in close proximity to me

With a lick-em-mate Fun Dip in front of your TV
Together, we experienced the simple joy of enjoying Fun Dip candy while sitting in front of the television

And our generation's gotta do it differently
They believe that their generation needs to approach things in a unique and innovative way

'Cause we got new ideas and new abilities
Their generation possesses fresh and innovative ideas, as well as newfound skills

Inside an old-fashioned funeral, ew - change the station
In a traditional and somber funeral setting, they reject or disapprove, choosing to change the atmosphere

I'd rather tune in for a life celebration
They prefer to participate in a joyful and celebratory event instead of mournful ones

Say good bye with dance parties and say good bye with shows
They advocate for bidding farewell through lively and entertaining gatherings, such as dance parties or concerts

'Cause that somber-ass shit's not the way I wanna go
Because they do not want to experience or be a part of depressing or melancholic situations

Put your hands in the air
They encourage you to raise your hands or celebrate

Feel your dead friend's presence
They believe that in doing so, you can sense the presence of your deceased friend

Wrap and unwrap pack no resentments
They embrace and release emotional baggage without holding onto any negative feelings

With our hoods on our heads we are up on the bridge
Wearing our hoods to conceal our identities, we stand on the bridge

And we're summoning the bats so we can live
We are calling forth the bats, symbolizing a desire to embrace life and live fully

Bats
The repeated invocation or reference to bats

Bats
The repeated invocation or reference to bats