Black Cats and Crows
Ward Davis Lyrics
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I wake up wondering why I even try
I know what it's like to lose control
A wasted soul
The devils in the details and the details pave the way
For every bed and every debt and every step we take
God must have it in it for me why he only knows
Every hearts just another heart that breaks
And every life is just another life that gives and takes
If you know what it's like to wanna die
Well so do it
The devils in the details and the details pave the way
For every bed and every debt and every step we take
God must have it in it for me why he only knows
Cause every road I walk I see Black Cats And Crows
The devils in the details and the details pave the way
For every bed and every debt and every step we take
God must have it in it for me why he only knows
Cause every road I walk I see Black Cats And Crows
Cause every road I walk I see Black Cats And Crows
Ward Davis's song Black Cats and Crows is a poignant meditation on the struggles of everyday life. The song speaks of the monotony of life and the overwhelming feeling of despair that comes with it. The first verse describes the feelings of hopelessness that can come with everyday existence. Each day feels like just another day closer to death, and the singer questions why he even bothers trying when there seems to be no point.
The chorus speaks to the idea that life is full of struggles, and each setback leads to another. The metaphorical black cats and crows represent the bad omens that seem to appear on every path. The second verse laments the fact that every heart is destined to break, and every life is just a cycle of giving and taking. The singer suggests that he has contemplated suicide, and if you know what that feels like, then you can relate.
The devil is in the details, and the singer reflects on how every decision has consequences. Every choice we make creates a new path to walk, but no matter which way he turns, he always seems to be haunted by black cats and crows. The repetition of this phrase in the chorus creates a sense of foreboding and reinforces the idea that no matter how hard we try, life is full of struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Every day's just another day to die
Every day feels monotonous and meaningless, and death seems like the only escape.
I wake up wondering why I even try
The singer feels hopeless and wonders why he bothers to keep going.
I know what it's like to lose control
The singer has experienced a loss of control, possibly due to addiction or mental illness.
A wasted soul
The singer feels like his life has been wasted and has little hope for the future.
The devils in the details and the details pave the way
Problems often arise from small details that are overlooked or ignored.
For every bed and every debt and every step we take
Every decision we make has consequences and can lead to more problems down the line.
God must have it in it for me why he only knows
The singer feels like he is cursed or being punished by a higher power.
Cause every road I walk I see Black Cats And Crows
The singer sees ominous signs everywhere he looks, suggesting that bad luck is following him.
Every hearts just another heart that breaks
People's emotions are fragile and often end up hurting them.
And every life is just another life that gives and takes
Life is unpredictable and full of both good and bad experiences.
If you know what it's like to wanna die
The singer is acknowledging that many people struggle with suicidal thoughts.
Well so do it
The singer seems to be encouraging someone to take their own life, reflecting the depth of his own despair.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Cody Jinks, Tennessee Jet, Ward Levi Davis
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Nathan Williamson
Ward Davis is amazingly underrated artist who never fails to produce a great song. This song is excellent.
buckcreeck
True, he only my best.
TheTater1092
Saw him last year with Cody Jinks and he’s the real deal. No pop country, auto tune bullshit here! Keep true country alive buddy!
James Moore III
I know what it's like to lose control... Of a wasted soul...
Hooked from that line on...
Great song Brother!
Can't wait to hear it live! Shows are my therapy and I have been losing control lately...
I can hear Cody & Josh in this... Beautiful darkness
💪💀
TheGander Man
Ward, I feel bad for people that listen to “country” music; and don’t know you. I appreciate your talent. Whiskey drinks on me at the next live show! I can’t wait for when that is!!!
Heidi Hoogeveen
Absolutely beautiful!!! Can't wait for the new album to be released!
Thirsty_Dog_4_God
My song when I’m not feeling so hopeful. Beautiful and humble.
Jim Larson
Love that slightly untuned piano sound and the raw vocal. Great song and performance!
johnfisheruk photography
Oh my god, this song is just amazing. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Connie Crowder
This is my favorite song so far! Dark but full of emotions in every word... I just received the merch a few days ago. When people ask me about Black Cat and Crows all I can say it’s one of the best written and performed song I’ve heard in a long time!