Comrade
Volcano Choir Lyrics

Like I didn't know it
The singer was already aware of something mentioned earlier in the conversation.

Choking on the pulp of it
Feeling overwhelmed by a difficult situation, like swallowing something that is hard to digest.

Semper fi
Short for "Semper Fidelis", a Latin phrase meaning "always faithful", often used as a motto in the US Marine Corps.

You kept me on your long line
The artist was under someone's control or influence for a long period of time.

Tugging in the whole time
The artist was resisting the control or influence of the other person.

Keep shining on
Encouraging someone to persevere and continue to be strong.

And that silent head grip
The intense pressure or stress that the singer feels in their mind but doesn't express verbally.

Can't do it no more
The artist has reached their limit and cannot continue to endure the current situation.

The honey bin
A place of comfort or safety.

The bunny's in
The artist and/or others are in a secure and protected situation.

Is telling you there's a countdown
Alerting someone to an impending deadline or moment of decision.

Oh, damn your eyes
An expression of anger or frustration directed at a person or situation.

To add that one a long time
Reflecting on a significant experience that happened a long time ago.

Sitting on a strip line
Being in a state of anticipation or waiting for something to happen.

Said it will be a tall climb
A difficult and challenging task lies ahead.

Said that we could go back
Someone proposed the idea of revisiting a past situation or place.

Said that we could go find
Someone suggested exploring new possibilities or opportunities.

Terra-forming!
The creation or transformation of a new world or environment.

Said that you were coke blind
Someone was unaware of the reality due to a foolish decision or lack of foresight.

Drinking in dramnesic
Concealing or forgetting unpleasant memories through alcohol or other means.

Tore out at the comrade
The artist expressed anger or frustration towards someone who they considered to be a close ally.

That's a comrade, making a comrade offer
Referring to someone who is offering help or support because they are part of the same group or community.

That Ticonderoga's shit
A negative reference to an unreliable or disappointing situation or person.

Made my mind and my heart all split up over
Being conflicted between what the artist thinks and what they feel emotionally about a situation.

The floor of the jackpot
The potential for great success or riches.

There's a floor to the jackpot
There is a limit to how much success or good fortune one can achieve.

Where'd you rise?
Someone is questioning their own and others' achievements and successes.

You don't even lie to me no more
The artist has lost trust in someone they once believed in and relied on for honesty.

They say you ain't a comrade
Others are doubting someone's loyalty or allegiance.

Still, I'd know you'd come back
Despite their doubts, the singer still believes that the person in question would return to their side.

For a folly-ridden Romeo, you break down a fortress now
Addressing someone who is acting foolishly and making poor choices, but who also possesses the power to make significant changes.

Standing out in public
Being open and visible to others, especially when taking on a challenging or unconventional position.

Stained with your conscience
Feeling guilty or ashamed about something said or done in the past.

I know that you love me
Despite their doubts, the artist still believes that the person in question has genuine feelings of affection or care towards them.

You are just lawless, son
Addressing someone who acts without regard for rules or authority, often in a reckless or irresponsible manner.

Give it another fortnight
The artist is asking for more time to deal with a complex or difficult situation.

Eye to eye the culprit
The singer is facing the root cause of a problem or challenge, which may also be a person.

Just rid the fucking pulpit
The singer is calling for an end to the situation or problem, often in a frustrated or angry manner.

I ain't giving you another full ride
The singer will not provide any more support or assistance to someone who has let them down in the past.

Underneath the combine
Being in a vulnerable position, especially when dealing with powerful forces or institutions.

Said it didn't bump you right
Someone expressed dissatisfaction or discomfort with a particular experience or outcome.

Habitual falling right?
The singer is questioning whether someone is prone to making the same mistakes or poor choices repeatedly.