Delinquent Song
Voodoo Glow Skulls Lyrics
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Now who's telling who
With every step you take
Do you feel yourself falling?
Grasping for that handrail
That's leading you nowhere
Parental guidance gone
How many times...
Do you have to be told
When you're crossing someone else's line
Just because you don't see things
The same as the next guy
It ain't your job to try!!
Thickheaded, yeah some might say pathetic
I think we're gonna say it's apathetic
What are you striving for
Is it simple satisfaction
If you make the wrong decision
You might hurt someone else
We've all got equal opportunities
We're all standing on this common ground
And if we try to walk the same path together
Sooner or later someone will fall astray
The lyrics of Voodoo Glow Skulls's Delinquent Song call out individuals who push against societal norms without thought for the consequences of their actions. The lyrics point out the dangers of stepping outside of boundaries and not caring for others' welfare while crossing lines. The first verse highlights the irony of attempting to push boundaries while feeling vulnerable and unsure of oneself, "With every step you take, do you feel yourself falling?"
The second verse delves deeper into the selfishness and disregard for others present in such behavior. It points out that everyone has an equal opportunity to walk the same path and coexist on common ground. However, some choose to act without regard for others, even if they ultimately harm them. The line "What are you striving for, is it simple satisfaction?" emphasizes that even without malicious intentions, the lack of concern for others is still harmful.
The chorus continues to blame the individuals causing harm without taking responsibility for their actions, labeling them as "delinquent" and reminding them that their actions can hurt other people. The lyrics implore the listener to think about their actions and care for others' welfare.
Overall, the song Delinquent Song reminds us of the importance of empathy and our responsibility to those around us. We must consider others and act responsibly, even when we're attempting to challenge social norms.
Line by Line Meaning
That was just you
You are solely responsible for your actions and their consequences.
Now who's telling who
You can't shift the blame onto someone else when things go wrong.
With every step you take
Each choice you make affects where you end up in life.
Do you feel yourself falling?
Are you aware of the dangerous path you're heading down?
Grasping for that handrail
You're trying to hold on to something for stability, but it won't help you in the long run.
That's leading you nowhere
The thing you're holding onto won't lead you to a better place.
Parental guidance gone
You don't have someone to guide you in the right direction.
Well, it's just another delinquent song
This is a common situation for those who follow the wrong path.
How many times...
How many warnings do you need?
Do you have to be told
You need to listen to advice that's given to you.
When you're crossing someone else's line
You need to respect other people's boundaries.
Just because you don't see things
Your perspective isn't the only one that matters.
The same as the next guy
Other people have different viewpoints and that's okay.
It ain't your job to try!!
You can't force your beliefs on others, it's not your place to change their mind.
Thickheaded, yeah some might say pathetic
Being stubborn can be seen as a negative trait by some.
I think we're gonna say it's apathetic
Lack of concern or passion for the situation is not helpful.
What are you striving for
What do you want to achieve with your life?
Is it simple satisfaction
Are you content with just getting by or do you want more?
If you make the wrong decision
Your choices have consequences and can hurt others.
You might hurt someone else
Your actions can have negative impacts on others.
We've all got equal opportunities
Everyone has the same potential and chances in life.
We're all standing on this common ground
We're all united in the human experience.
And if we try to walk the same path together
We can achieve more when we work together towards a similar goal.
Sooner or later someone will fall astray
Individuals may slip up or make mistakes, but we can always help each other back up.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EDDIE CASILLAS, FRANK CASILLAS
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