Discover the poetic beauty in ‘What You Own’ by Adam Pascal. This lyric breakdown takes you on a journey through the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and the story they aim to tell. From clever metaphors to evocative imagery, we delve into the nuances that make this song a lyrical masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of Adam Pascal or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
Don’t breathe too deep
Don’t think all day
Dive into work
Drive the other way
That drip of hurt
That pint of shame
Goes away
Just play the game
You’re living in America
At the end of the millennium
You’re living in America
Leave your conscience at the tone
And when you’re living in America
At the end of the millennium
You’re what you own
The filmmaker cannot see
And the songwriter cannot hear
Yet I see Mimi everywhere
Angel’s voice is in my ear
Just tighten those shoulders
Just clench your jaw til you frown
Just don’t let go
Or you may drown
You’re living in America
At the end of the millennium
You’re living in America
Where it’s like the Twilight Zone
And when you’re living in America
At the end of the millennium
You’re what you own
So I own not a notion
I escape and ape content
I don’t own emotion, I rent
What was it about that night (What was it about that night)
Connection, in an isolating age
For once the shadows gave way to light (For once the shadows gave way to light)
For once I didn’t disengage
Angel, I hear you, I hear it
I see you, I hear it, I hear it, I hear it (My film)
My song
Alexi, Mark (One song)
Call me a hypocrite
I need to finish my own film (Mimi, your eyes)
I quit
Dying in America
At the end of the millennium
We’re dying in America
To come into our own
And when you’re dying in America
At the end of the millennium
You’re not alone
I’m not alone
I’m not alone