House of Cards
Tkay Maidza Lyrics
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How the day ends I don't know
Treasures in the playground
Hidden in the dice that we roll
Dreaming all the ways that
We could tear this town apart
We just sit and faze out
Me and my counterpart
Small talk's in remission
Block my ears don't listen
Deep thoughts are my mission
Small talk's in remission
Block my ears don't listen
Deep thoughts are my mission
The lessons we learn they don't come for free
False starts building big hearts
The lessons we learn they don't come for free
But we'll be ace in the house of cards
The lessons we learn they don't come for free
False starts building big hearts
The lessons we learn they won't come for free
But we'll be ace in the house of cards
Looking for a favour
They don't come that easily
Habitual behaviour
We go play hide and seek
But I got these primal pleasures
Constantly filling my cup
With feels you couldn't measure
So you can go and keep your good luck
Small talk's in remission
Block my ears don't listen
Deep thoughts are my mission
Small talk's in remission
Block my ears don't listen
Deep thoughts are my mission
The lessons we learn they don't come for free
False starts building big hearts
The lessons we learn they don't come for free
But we'll be ace in the house of cards
The lessons we learn they don't come for free
False starts building big hearts
The lessons we learn they won't come for free
But we'll be ace in the house of cards
Envy what they shower in they try to get me
Don't have base in your resource
And no remorse than us are capable
Got me lots of hair call me Rapunzel
Don't be holding on
I'm running my own race during
The week until the siren's gone
Spend them in the hours seeing blossom bring us flowers
Life's so easy they want easy they've got easy
Never learn at all
Now they coming back there isn't time
They need what I got but it's a secret
Common sense it doesn't come along
This lesson's proved and now will have a meaning
Small talk's in remission
Block my ears don't listen
Deep thoughts are my mission
Small talk's in remission
Block my ears don't listen
Deep thoughts are my mission
The lessons we learn they don't come for free
False starts building big hearts
The lessons we learn they don't come for free
But we'll be ace in the house of cards
The lessons we learn they don't come for free
False starts building big hearts
The lessons we learn they won't come for free
But we'll be ace in the house of cards
In "House of Cards" by Tkay Maidza, the lyrics depict a sense of rebelliousness and a desire to break free from societal norms. The opening lines, "Curb we sit and play out, how the day ends I don't know," suggest a feeling of uncertainty and a willingness to go against the norm. The treasures in the playground and the hidden dice symbolize the potential for excitement and unpredictability in life. The lyrics also touch on the theme of dreaming about ways to disrupt the traditional order and tear the town apart, representing a longing for change and personal freedom.
The chorus highlights the idea that valuable lessons come with a cost. The false starts and difficulties faced in life contribute to the growth and development of individuals, ultimately leading to stronger hearts. The mention of being "ace in the house of cards" implies that despite the challenges faced, the singer remains strong and resilient, ready to succeed in a fragile and uncertain world.
The second verse reflects a refusal to conform and a rejection of superficial interactions. "Small talk's in remission, block my ears don't listen, deep thoughts are my mission" reveals a desire for genuine connections and meaningful experiences rather than engaging in shallow conversations. The lyrics express a sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency, highlighting the satisfaction derived from personal pleasures that cannot be measured by external standards.
Overall, "House of Cards" reflects an individual's determination to navigate their own path, embrace challenges, and find meaning in their own unique experiences rather than conforming to societal expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Curb we sit and play out
We sit on the curb and imagine different scenarios or outcomes
How the day ends I don't know
I'm uncertain about how the day will unfold
Treasures in the playground
There are hidden treasures or opportunities in the mundane
Hidden in the dice that we roll
The chances we take hold the possibility of something great
Dreaming all the ways that
We envision all the potential ways
We could tear this town apart
We could make a significant impact or change in this town
We just sit and faze out
We simply daydream or space out
Me and my counterpart
Me and a person who shares similar thoughts or ideas
Looking for a favour
Searching for someone to help us
They don't come that easily
Favors or assistance are not readily available
Habitual behaviour
Repetitive patterns of behavior
We go play hide and seek
We engage in a game of evasion or secrecy
But I got these primal pleasures
I have simple, basic pleasures
Constantly filling my cup
Consistently satisfying my desires or needs
With feels you couldn't measure
With emotions or experiences that are beyond quantification
So you can go and keep your good luck
You can hold on to your fortune or fortune-based success
Envy what they shower in they try to get me
They desire the attention or admiration that others shower on me
Don't have base in your resource
You lack a foundation or source of support
And no remorse than us are capable
They lack the ability to feel remorse like we do
Got me lots of hair call me Rapunzel
I have long hair like Rapunzel
Don't be holding on
Don't cling to the past or old ideas
I'm running my own race during
I'm focused on my own journey
The week until the siren's gone
Throughout the week until it's time to take action
Spend them in the hours seeing blossom bring us flowers
Invest time in witnessing growth and reaping the rewards
Life's so easy they want easy they've got easy
They crave a simple life, but they already have it
Never learn at all
They never acquire knowledge or lessons
Now they coming back there isn't time
Now they want to return, but it's too late
They need what I got but it's a secret
They desire what I possess, but it's not public knowledge
Common sense it doesn't come along
Common sense is not readily present
This lesson's proved and now will have a meaning
This lesson has been validated and will be understood
The lessons we learn they don't come for free
The valuable lessons we acquire require effort or sacrifice
False starts building big hearts
Mistakes and setbacks contribute to personal growth
But we'll be ace in the house of cards
We will excel and thrive in uncertain or fragile situations
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Takudzwa Victoria Rose Maidza, Nat Dunn, King Henry
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