Superstitious
Travers Appice Lyrics
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Very superstitious, ladders bout' to fall
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way, yeh, yeh
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
Very superstitious, the devil's on his way
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, good things in your past
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer, superstition ain't the way, no, no, no
Travers & Appice's song Superstitious is a commentary on the human tendency to hold false beliefs, and the detrimental effects these beliefs can have on our lives. The lyrics are a series of warnings about the dangers of superstition, with the repeated refrain "When you believe in things that you don't understand, then you suffer." The first verse describes some of the common superstitions people hold, such as the fear of ladders and the belief in bad luck. The second verse suggests that these superstitions can be overcome through rational thinking and action, urging listeners to "rid [themselves] of the problem" and keep moving forward.
The final verse of the song takes a darker turn, with the arrival of the devil himself. The repetition of the phrase "very superstitious" suggests that superstition is a pervasive and insidious force, capable of attracting even the darkest and most malevolent entities. The song ends on a cautionary note, emphasizing that superstition is not a path to enlightenment or happiness, but rather a trap that can lead us astray.
Overall, Travers & Appice's Superstitious is a powerful commentary on the human tendency to hold misguided beliefs and the importance of critical thinking and rationality in overcoming them. Its catchy melody and memorable lyrics make it a classic rock hit that still resonates with listeners today.
Line by Line Meaning
Very superstitious, writing on the wall
Being too superstitious, small things like writing on the wall can make you anxious and uncomfortable.
Very superstitious, ladders bout' to fall
Being too superstitious, you're fearful of anything that's remotely dangerous, such as ladders.
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
A superstitious person would believe that a bad omen or curse is brought on by a baby breaking a mirror.
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
A superstitious person believes that breaking a mirror would bring seven years of bad luck, which can lead to dwelling on past regrets or misfortunes.
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Believing in things that you can't comprehend can create fear and confusion, ultimately leading to misery and suffering.
Superstition ain't the way
Travers & Appice are trying to highlight that blind superstition is not the solution, and to live life without fear and doubts.
Very superstitious, wash your face and hands
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Being too superstitious, you tend to take unnecessary actions such as washing yourself to get rid of any perceived bad luck.
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
Being superstitious can also mean depending on unrealistic hopes and expectations, and not wanting to acknowledge realities, which can lead to sadness and disappointment.
Very superstitious, the devil's on his way
Some superstitious people believe in the old tale that bad things happen when the devil is in the vicinity.
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
No matter what they say, a superstitious person will continue to believe in the irrational without any logical reasoning.
Superstition ain't the way, no, no, no
Travers & Appice are emphasizing that superstition is not a valid pathway to live life and face the consequences of your actions.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Stevie Wonder
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