Sound Effects And Overdramatics
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When the shirt came off, it was all in time
When a minute turned into a mile
And then I broke that grin, and I cut it out
And you got all turned on by the taste of your sin
When I mention blue, all you thought was color
When you mention drugs, all I thought was sober
When your pants came off and I turned you over
When you mention blue

Kill, smile, cut it out for me this time
Smile, haven't seen him smile in awhile.

Keep the mask aligned
Get it up in time
There's a space between valleys
and try and catch a vibe
Make a circle square, a rectangle curve
Use a smile as a noun and I think like a verb
Run quick switch sides
Spill the filled up canister
And the room is shaking
Now you're changing places,
and I switched my pace,
and my breathing races when you mention blue

Kill, smile, cut it out for me this time
Smile, haven't seen him smile in awhile.
Kill, smile, cut it out for me this time
Smile, haven't seen him smile in awhile.
You, smile, cut out for me cut it cut it out
Smile, cut it out for me cut it cut it out
We cut it out




Get down and stay awake
Smile

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Sound Effects And Overdramatics" can be interpreted in a few different ways, but one possible meaning is that the song is about a destructive relationship fueled by sex, drugs, and the need for excitement. The first verse describes a sexual encounter where the partners are turned on by each other's "sins" and the taboo nature of their actions. The mention of blue could refer to the color of drugs like pills or heroin, and the obsession with drugs and sobriety could represent the struggle to escape addiction.


The chorus repeats the phrases "kill, smile, cut it out for me this time" and "smile, haven't seen him smile in awhile," which could be interpreted as the singer's desire to control and manipulate his partner by forcing them to hide their emotions and desires. The following verses paint a picture of a wild and chaotic scene, with references to masks, circles, and shaking rooms. The final line, "get down and stay awake, smile," may suggest that the singer is urging his partner to keep up with his reckless lifestyle, but also hints at the toll it takes on their mental and physical health.


Overall, "Sound Effects And Overdramatics" is a dark and intense song that explores themes of addiction, control, and the consequences of self-destructive behavior.


Line by Line Meaning

When the shirt came off, it was all in time
The situation had progressed naturally and smoothly, leading to a moment where clothes were taken off in perfect timing.


When a minute turned into a mile
Time seemed to drag on slowly, making a minute feel like a much longer distance.


And then I broke that grin, and I cut it out
I caused a change in mood by intentionally ending the smile or grin that was previously present.


And you got all turned on by the taste of your sin
Your arousal was fueled by the sense of indulgence and rebellion from engaging in taboo or immoral behavior.


When I mention blue, all you thought was color
My statement about blue only provoked thoughts of the color itself, without any deeper connotations or implications.


When you mention drugs, all I thought was sober
Your mention of drugs prompted me to think about my sobriety and abstaining from such substances.


When your pants came off and I turned you over
After removing your pants, I flipped you onto your stomach or back to continue physical activity.


Kill, smile, cut it out for me this time
Being commanded to end a positive expression or action, in order to maintain a certain vibe or atmosphere.


Keep the mask aligned
Maintain a facade or false persona, in order to fit in or avoid unwanted attention.


Get it up in time
Prepare in advance and complete the necessary actions at the appropriate moment.


There's a space between valleys and try and catch a vibe
There are moments of calm or silence that can be used to sense the general mood or feeling of the environment.


Make a circle square, a rectangle curve
Attempt to change or manipulate something fundamental, such as a shape or concept, in order to subvert expectations or redefine norms.


Use a smile as a noun and I think like a verb
View a smile as a tangible object or descriptor, while also interpreting it as an action or movement.


Run quick switch sides
Change positions or roles rapidly in order to adapt to or overcome a situation.


Spill the filled up canister
Accidentally let out emotions or feelings in excess, like a canister with too much liquid inside.


And the room is shaking
The environment or atmosphere is becoming chaotic or intense, potentially due to emotional or physical activity.


Now you're changing places, and I switched my pace, and my breathing races when you mention blue
A situation has become unpredictable or volatile, with both parties switching roles or positions and causing heightened physical reactions.


You, smile, cut out for me cut it cut it out
Requesting someone to stop smiling or being happy in order to maintain a certain atmosphere or environment.


We cut it out
Together, we decided to end or stop the current activity or mood in order to move on or start something else.


Get down and stay awake
Lower your body or position, but remain alert and aware in order to avoid detection or stay focused on a specific task.


Smile
A simplistic command or request to express a positive emotion.




Lyrics © THE BEST MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: QUINN ALLMAN, JEPH HOWARD, ROBERT MCCRACKEN, BRANDEN STEINECKERT

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