What You Really Want
mr. käfer Lyrics
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we'll get set to kill and cry about it later and I say lather rince repeat
this is my philosophy change my mind my brain is smoking can't live
without my remote control remote control
What Do You Want? it's too complicated
what do you mean? it's too hard to state it
what do you do? it's not what but whether
who do you love? I'm in love with leather
meet me at the laundromat that's where I do my laundry and I will
be so glad you came cause danger is my middle name there's
always something going on until it sort of grinds to a halt.
what do you want? I don't know what is it
what do you need? I just need a minute
what will it take? it will take forever
who do you love? I'm in love with lethargy
now sit right back and you'll hear a tale of all my twisted motives
of coffee jolt and classic coke and delicious blue cream sodas
blue cream soda brings a smile and that's what makes it all worthwhile
there's something more important somewhere but blue cream
soda sure is up there
what do you want? that's for me to know and you to find out
and that's where I'm going
what will it take? it will take forever
who do you love? I'm in love with leather
what do you want? what do you mean?
what will you do? it's not what but whether
who do you love? I'm in love with lethargy.
The lyrics of mr. käfer's song "What You Really Want" delve into themes of codependency, introspection, and personal desires. The opening lines speak of a codependent relationship, where one person enables the other to engage in destructive behavior. The repetition of "lather rinse repeat" suggests a cycle of harmful actions followed by regret. The mention of a remote control symbolizes a lack of control over one's own actions, as if being controlled by external forces.
The chorus poses existential questions about what the singer truly wants, highlighting the complexity and uncertainty of human desires. The reluctance to provide clear answers reflects a sense of confusion or ambivalence towards one's own motivations. The mention of being in love with leather and lethargy could be interpreted as symbolic of seeking comfort or indulging in laziness as coping mechanisms.
The reference to meeting at a laundromat, a mundane location for doing laundry, juxtaposed with the idea of danger being the singer's middle name, adds a layer of intrigue and unpredictability to the narrative. The mention of twisted motives, coffee jolt, and blue cream soda paints a picture of someone seeking pleasure or distraction in simple pleasures amidst deeper complexities.
The repeated questioning of desires, actions, and loves throughout the song reflects a journey of self-discovery and introspection. The refusal to provide clear answers and the emphasis on the passage of time suggest a sense of uncertainty and perpetual searching for meaning. The overall mood of the lyrics conveys a blend of apathy, curiosity, and a hint of dark humor, inviting listeners to reflect on their own desires and motivations.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll be your codependent you're my cute little enabler together
I will rely on you and you will support me, working together in a harmful relationship dynamic.
we'll get set to kill and cry about it later and I say lather rince repeat
We will do destructive things without thinking of the consequences, repeating the same cycle again and again.
this is my philosophy change my mind my brain is smoking can't live without my remote control remote control
This is my mindset, constantly changing and overwhelming my thoughts, unable to function without control over my life.
What Do You Want? it's too complicated
Asking about desires, acknowledging that understanding them is complex.
what do you mean? it's too hard to state it
Questioning the intention behind actions, recognizing the difficulty in articulating them.
what do you do? it's not what but whether
Inquiring about actions, emphasizing the importance of the decision to act rather than the action itself.
who do you love? I'm in love with leather
Asking about love interests, revealing a preference for materialistic or superficial things.
so call me kid compulsive cause I'm crawling on the concrete and
Self-identifying as someone with obsessive tendencies, portrayed as constantly struggling or suffering.
meet me at the laundromat that's where I do my laundry and I will
Inviting someone to a mundane location, showcasing the routine nature of daily tasks.
be so glad you came cause danger is my middle name there's
Expressing happiness at someone's presence, while hinting at a risky or hazardous nature to the individual.
always something going on until it sort of grinds to a halt.
Indicating constant activity or chaos that eventually comes to a stop.
what do you need? I just need a minute
Asking about requirements, only desiring a brief moment to oneself.
now sit right back and you'll hear a tale of all my twisted motives
Encouraging someone to listen to a story detailing deceitful or ulterior intentions.
of coffee jolt and classic coke and delicious blue cream sodas
Mentioning stimulants like caffeine and soda, with a particular emphasis on the pleasure derived from a specific drink.
blue cream soda brings a smile and that's what makes it all worthwhile
Highlighting the joy found in a simple pleasure like blue cream soda, suggesting it makes life more enjoyable.
what do you want? that's for me to know and you to find out
Posing a question about desires, asserting that the answer is private and must be discovered independently.
what will it take? it will take forever
Querying the effort required for a task, responding that it will be an infinite amount of time.
who do you love? I'm in love with leather
Asking about affection, revealing a particular fondness for superficial or materialistic objects.
what will you do? it's not what but whether
Questioning future actions and highlighting that the decision to act is more important than the action itself.
who do you love? I'm in love with lethargy
Asking about love interests, confessing a deep infatuation with laziness or lack of motivation.
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