"Under the Table Tennis" (2010) and "Change of Heart" (2009) are available on Tim's website (http://www.timfite.com) for free, along with several other self-released works, and a collection of Tim's artwork.
Away From the Snakes
Tim Fite Lyrics
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He's raisin' my rent and he's takin' my money
While the rich get rich
Well us poor don't get shit
Except shit on by rich men,
Shit on by women,
And shit on by everyone shitting
Is there a place where I can go
Away from the snakes and the liars?
Heaven's to Betsy the Man's out to get me
He's poking my wife while he's pounding my money
While the rich get rich
Well us poor don't get shit
Except shit on by rich men
Who shit on their women
Is there a place where I can go
Away from the snakes and the liars?
Down by the lake where the wild wind blows
Free from the weight of desire
That's what I'm talkin' about...
Money
You ain't got it, but you want it...
Fuck
Is there a place where I can go
Where the rich don't get rich
And the poor don't get shit on?
Is there a place where I can go
Where the rich don't get rich
And the poor don't get shit on...
By everyone shitting...
Everyone shitting....
Everyone shitting....
Everyone...
Shitting
These lyrics by Tim Fite's song Away From the Snakes are a reflection on the systemic economic inequality and frustration that comes with being poor in a world that is controlled by the wealthy. The first line of the lyrics "Heaven's to Betsy the Man's out to get me, He's raising my rent and he's taking my money" represents the struggles of paying rent, which is often unaffordable, and the financial sacrifices that come with it. The second line "While the rich get rich, Well us poor don't get shit, Except shit on by rich men, Shit on by women, And shit on by everyone shitting" highlights the frustration that comes with working hard and receiving nothing in return while the wealthy continue to get wealthier. The mention of "everyone shitting" represents how society and social systems can feel like they are constantly working against the poor and marginalized.
The chorus "Is there a place where I can go Away from the snakes and the liars?" represents a desire to escape the oppression of capitalism and the broken systems that continue to keep the poor down. The lyrics "Down by the lake where the wild wind blows Free from the weight of desire" suggests that nature can be a refuge from the harsh realities of society, a place where one can escape the material desires that come with living in a capitalist society.
Overall, these lyrics are a commentary on the struggles of living in a society that is controlled by wealth and power. This song is a call to action, to question the system and demand change for a more equitable society.
Line by Line Meaning
Heaven's to Betsy the Man's out to get me
Oh my goodness, the system is against me and actively working to harm me
He's raisin' my rent and he's takin' my money
He's increasing my cost of living and taking my hard-earned money
While the rich get rich
The wealthy continue to accumulate their wealth
Well us poor don't get shit
While us poor people do not receive anything of value
Except shit on by rich men,
Besides being belittled and taken advantage of by those in power
Shit on by women,
And even by those who we thought would be on our side and offer support
And shit on by everyone shitting
And just when we think we can trust someone, we are let down again and again
Is there a place where I can go
Is there anywhere in this world where I can find solace and respite
Away from the snakes and the liars?
Away from the people who actively deceive and prey on others
He's poking my wife while he's pounding my money
The system is so deeply corrupt that even my personal relationships and finances are being taken advantage of
Down by the lake where the wild wind blows
Perhaps a distant, secluded place in nature could provide some refuge
Free from the weight of desire
A place where I am not controlled by my wants and needs, but rather able to exist in simplicity
That's what I'm talkin' about...
That is the solution I am searching for
Money
This is the root of many of my issues and what keeps me tethered to the current broken system
You ain't got it, but you want it...
I don't have enough money, but it is constantly sold to me as the key to happiness
Fuck
This is a deeply frustrating and depressing reality
Where the rich don't get rich
Is there any place where we can have a more even distribution of wealth
And the poor don't get shit on?
And where the most vulnerable among us are not constantly being taken advantage of
Everyone shitting...
But unfortunately, it seems as though no matter where we go or what we do, we are constantly being let down by others
Everyone shitting....
Everyone looks out for themselves and their own interests, often at the expense of others
Everyone shitting....
It seems as though the world is filled with betrayal and disappointment
Everyone...
All of society seems to be a part of this broken system
Shitting
And it's a mess that we cannot escape
Contributed by Micah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Clint Bungham
This is literally the best music video I have ever seen in my entire life. I fucking love Tim Fite. Seriously, what an artist.
olds sleeper
a-fucking-men.
99percent_canine_buttcheeks
Still, after 3 years, this song still captivates me.
World Wide Wood
Still captivating in 2022.
Kacie P
@World Wide Wood My rent just went up by 45%, still captivating
EddySpaghetti
This was his final song at his show last night. phenomenal!
rob french
Such an amazing song.
Blume Bauer
I went to see Les too the other night, and this guy blew me away! He ROCKS!! I love his humor and his art is brilliant. He is hilarious!
new man
yeah, i didn't know what to expect from him last night. i was super impressed. he's got such a great and innocent sense of humor. i especially love this song.
thunkdansf
saw him live two days ago, didn't know him before that day and love his music now :)