Black
Toby Fox/Eddie Morton Lyrics
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Pains in my head, feel like old Ned
What did I do to be so black and blue?
No joys for me, no company
Even the mouse ran from my house
All my life through I've been so black and blue
Cause I can't hide what is on my face
I'm so forlorn. Life's just a thorn
My heart is torn. Why was I born?
What did I do to be so black and blue?
I'm hurt inside, but that don't help my case
Cause I can't hide what is on my face
How will it end? Ain't got a friend
My only sin is in my skin
What did I do to be so black and blue?
Tell me, what did I do?
What did I do? What did I do?
What did I do? What did I do?
What did I do? What did I do?
What did I do? Tell me, what did I do to be so black and blue?
What did I do to be so black and blue?
The lyrics of Toby Fox/Eddie Morton's song "Black and Blue" explore the harsh realities of racism and discrimination that people of color face in society. The song speaks about the pain and struggle of feeling isolated and rejected due to the color of one's skin. The opening lines describe the physical discomforts of sleeping on a hard bed and feeling pains in one's head, which are metaphors for the emotional and mental anguish that the singer feels. The line "What did I do to be so black and blue?" suggests that the singer feels helpless and wonders why they are being treated so unfairly.
The second verse describes how the singer's isolation extends to all aspects of their life, with even a small mouse fleeing their presence. The line "I'm white inside, but that don't help my case" reveals that the singer feels frustrated that their inherent goodness as a person is not enough to overcome the prejudice they face. The singer is resigned to their fate and questions why they were born with black skin, which is seen as a curse in a racist society.
The final verse expresses the singer's fear and despair at the prospect of their lonely and painful existence continuing. The line "My only sin is in my skin" highlights how society has made the color of one's skin a sin, rather than recognizing the humanity and worth of every individual. The repeated refrain "What did I do?" emphasizes the singer's confusion and desperation for an answer to the injustice they face.
Overall, the lyrics of "Black and Blue" offer a poignant and honest portrayal of the harm that racism causes to individuals and society as a whole.
Line by Line Meaning
Cold empty bed, springs hard as lead
I find myself alone in my bed which is hard and uncomfortable, adding to my feelings of sadness and isolation.
Pains in my head, feel like old Ned
I am hurting both emotionally and physically, which makes me feel like an old and worn out person.
What did I do to be so black and blue?
I am struggling to understand why I am faced with so much sadness and pain in my life, especially when it feels like I haven't done anything to deserve it.
No joys for me, no company
I have nothing to rejoice over and I am unable to find comfort in the company of others.
Even the mouse ran from my house
My situation is so bleak that even small creatures like mice want nothing to do with me or my living space.
All my life through I've been so black and blue
This feeling of sadness and pain has followed me throughout my entire life and doesn't seem to be going away anytime soon.
I'm white inside, but that don't help my case
Even though I may feel like I have good intentions, my outward appearance and skin color still make me a target for discrimination and judgment.
Cause I can't hide what is on my face
No matter how hard I try, I am unable to hide the pain and sadness that is visible on my face.
I'm so forlorn. Life's just a thorn
I feel completely hopeless and alone, like life is a constant source of pain and discomfort for me.
My heart is torn. Why was I born?
My emotional state is in shambles and I question my very existence and purpose in life.
How will it end? Ain't got a friend
I am unsure of what the future holds for me and I feel like I have no one to support me or help me through my struggles.
My only sin is in my skin
The only thing I am guilty of is having a different skin color, which shouldn't be a punishable offense.
What did I do to be so black and blue?
Once again, I am left wondering what I could have possibly done to deserve so much pain and sadness in my life.
Tell me, what did I do?
I am pleading for an answer, for some sort of explanation as to why my life is the way it is.
What did I do? What did I do?
I repeat this question in hopes of receiving an answer, even though deep down I know no answer may come.
What did I do? Tell me, what did I do to be so black and blue?
Once again, I ask for an explanation as to why my life is filled with so much pain and sadness simply because of the color of my skin.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: HARRY BROOKS, ANDY RAZAF, FATS WALLER
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@BettyNoireMaSTeRProCraStInaToR
So basically
Jack noir means black jack
And
“An ace is the highest card, but it can also function as the lowest in completing a straight. ... An ace-high straight flush is called a royal flush and it cannot be beaten”
“It cannot be beaten”
My fucking god hussie
@PlantChriss
Anyone who thinks Megalovania is Toby's best song clearly hasn't heard this song.
EDIT: Guys I get it, you like Oppa Toby Style. This comment is 6 years old, it literally predates that song’s existence.
Also you’re all still wrong because Killer Queen exists
@kalkuttadrop6371
Lyrics:
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@kalkuttadrop6371
Lyrics: FIXED VERSION
Make her a member of the midnight crew.
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@samiloveland9783
You should consider giving the comic a read, then, if you haven't already :)
(I know this comment is three months old, I'm sorry if I'm being a bother or something, I honestly try not to be)
Just go to mspaintadventures(dot)com and start reading if you're interested :D this song is actually used in the comic itself, though not near the beginning. Act three or four, maybe? I'm not sure.
Although to be honest with what's happening lately in Homestuck, I'm not completely sure that I necessarily want to try getting someone into it when [REDACTED] is not yet resolved... >.>
Anyway, have a nice day, even if you never read this or the comic! ^.^
@rep1600
All because he didn't want to wear a fucking hat.
@spookstermcbone2772
He probably hates tf2.
@FellowHaibane
No harlequin hat
@erikmikalkorstad1359
Um, Kanaya, did you even see that God awful thing? It's completely understandable that he wanted to kill whoever tried to force him to wear the fucking thing.
@rep1600
Henrik Klingenberg True
@OmegaStardustRiku11
I laughed far too fucking hard at this. Thank you
@thisisgarbage9892
oh so when jack goes postal it's considered "genocidal" and "evil" but when I do it after getting employed at my local McDonalds it's considered "genocidal" and "evil"
@EulerAlert
This joke is underrated
@joe_tagonist
duck game icon... imagining the duck saying that now
@rausanrau9881
r/holdup