Arizona
pre)Thing Lyrics


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Phenomenal.....Phenomenal
Phenomenal.....Phenomenal

I'm thinking out here wondering about this
I'm seeing seven or maybe six
I'm running out of all my gas
(wahaaa)
I'm living out here like I'm living first class
I'm coming back for more
Wondering what the hell were we fighting for?
Haho-Haho

Phenomenal.....Phenomenal
Phenomenal.....Phenomenal

I'm out here thinking about my friends
(breath-breath breath-breath)
I'm wondering if I should ever let them in again
I'm wondering if I've got something to do
The rest was always up to
You, you, you, you, you, you!
I'm coming back for more
What the hell were we fighting for?
'Cause we're too much to see and be
The rest was always up to me

'Cause you want it
'Cause you need it
'Cause you got it
'Cause you think it
'Cause you want it
'Cause you are it
'Cause you are it
'Cause we are it â?¦.wowyaaaho

It's only because of you
It's only because of you
It's only because of you that I'm gone
It's only because of you
It's only because of you
It's only because of you â?? that I'm gone

Woo-hoo
Summertime friends
Woo-hoo
The way you're thinking
Woo-hoo
The goodtime
Woo-hoo

'Cause we want it
'Cause we need it
'Cause we got it
'Cause we are it
'Cause we found it
'Cause we have it
'Cause you liked it
'Cause you loved it
'Cause you got it
'Cause you want it
'Cause you found it
'Cause you love it
'Cause you are it
'Cause we are it
'Cause I am it




'Cause I am it
'Cause I am it

Overall Meaning

The lyrics from pre)Thing's song "Arizona" are heavily textured, so it is not immediately clear to the listener what the song is about. However, a careful interpretation would suggest the song tells the story of a person on a journey of self-discovery. The singer is out in Arizona, perhaps on a road trip, and begins to reflect on their relationships and their purpose in life. They begin to question old friendships, wondering if they should let their old friends back into their life, and whether they are making the right decision by doing so. The singer is confronting their past experiences, wondering why they were fighting and trying to move forward by being more present and aware of their own identity. Despite the confusion, there is a sense of optimism conveyed in the final chorus, as the singer proclaims "it's only because of you that I'm gone", suggesting an acceptance of the journey they are on.


The narrative of the song doesn't provide a clear direction for the listener, as there are no real indications as to what specifically is happening. This provides ample room for interpretive play. One possible interpretation is that the song is about the struggle of artistic creation, with the singer in the song representing a singer-songwriter who is grappling with who they are as an artist, and what their identity represents. Arizona is crucial to this, in that it becomes a symbol of creative freedom - a place where the songwriter can get lost in the wilderness, away from the noise and distraction of the music industry.


This song was released by pre)Thing, a band that was known for creating rock music that blended a wide range of styles, including funk, soul, and blues. The band featured Scott Kirkland as the lead vocalist, who is also known for his work in The Crystal Method. The producer of the song was Rick Rubin, a well-known producer in the music industry who has worked with many famous artists like Aerosmith, Beastie Boys, and Red Hot Chili Peppers.


Line by Line Meaning

Phenomenal.....Phenomenal
The singer is just repeating the word ‘phenomenal’ to express his feelings about something; the word is so positive that it just feels like an appropriate way to describe whatever he’s experiencing.


I'm thinking out here wondering about this
The singer is outside, contemplating something that’s on his mind that he can’t resolve by himself or without intervention.


I'm seeing seven or maybe six
The singer is seeing something with his own eyes, and is uncertain whether there are seven or six of these things.


I'm running out of all my gas
The singer is literally running out of gasoline in his vehicle, and is unable to continue his journey without stopping to refuel.


I'm living out here like I'm living first class
The singer is living somewhere that is remote, perhaps even desolate, but is living in a way that is enjoyable and luxurious regardless, much like someone flying first class on a plane.


I'm coming back for more Wondering what the hell were we fighting for? Haho-Haho
The singer is coming back into a situation where he was previously fighting with someone else or some entity, and is wondering about what the point of those fights really was.


I'm out here thinking about my friends (breath-breath breath-breath) I'm wondering if I should ever let them in again
The singer is thinking about his friends who he has perhaps pushed away or fallen out of touch with, and is wondering whether or not he should let them back into his life again.


I'm wondering if I've got something to do The rest was always up to You, you, you, you, you, you!
The singer is wondering if there's something else he should be doing, but the responsibility for the rest of the situation lies with someone else, and he's possibly directing this to some specific person or entity.


What the hell were we fighting for? 'Cause we're too much to see and be The rest was always up to me
The singer is again pondering the purpose of past fights, however, he is of the opinion that the reason they were fighting didn’t matter because they were both so uniquely individual and valuable, but he is still accepting responsibility for the outcome of the situation.


'Cause you want it 'Cause you need it 'Cause you got it 'Cause you think it 'Cause you want it 'Cause you are it 'Cause you are it 'Cause we are it….wowyaaaho
The singer is listing off reasons as to why ‘it’ is important, desirable, necessary, and confident of the idea that they all have it or are it, and the singer and the listener are all part of the collective unit that defines ‘it.'


It's only because of you It's only because of you It's only because of you that I'm gone
The singer is explaining that his departure from this situation is mainly because of the actions of someone else or some entity.


Woo-hoo Summertime friends Woo-hoo The way you're thinking Woo-hoo The goodtime Woo-hoo
The singer is celebrating the idea of ‘summertime friends,’ or people who come into your life during certain seasons, and the good times they have together even though they might not be around forever.


'Cause we want it 'Cause we need it 'Cause we got it 'Cause we are it 'Cause we found it 'Cause we have it 'Cause you liked it 'Cause you loved it 'Cause you got it 'Cause you want it 'Cause you found it 'Cause you love it 'Cause you are it 'Cause we are it 'Cause I am it 'Cause I am it 'Cause I am it
The singer is repeating the chorus from earlier, but this time giving different reasons based on the pronouns used for why ‘it’ is significant, demonstrating how they and their listener are united as they all think alike and want the same things.




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