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Ballad of Big Nothing
Elliott Smith
throwing candy out to the crowd
dragging down the main
the helpless little thing with the dirty mouth who's always got something
to say you're sitting at home now waiting for your brother to call
i saw him down at the alley
having had enough of it all
said you can do what you want to whenever you want to
you can do what you want to there's no one to stop you
all spit and spite you're up all night and down every day
a tired man with only hours to go just waiting to be taken away
getting in to the back of a car for candy from some stranger
watching the parade with pinpoint eyes full of smoldering anger
you can do what you want to whenever you want to
you can do what you want to there's no one to stop you
now you can do what you want to whenever you want to
do what you want to whenever you want to
do what you want to whenever you want to though it doesn't mean a thing
big nothing
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About this Song
Ballad of Big Nothing by Elliott Smith, a poignant and introspective song, delves into themes of emptiness, disillusionment, and the futility of certain struggles. The lyrics reflect Smith's penchant for exploring dark and existential themes, providing a stark commentary on feelings of hopelessness and resignation. Particularly poignant moments include the imagery of falling and the repeated assurances of 'big nothing,' which emphasize the theme of emptiness. This song encapsulates a sense of disconnection and the struggle to find meaning in a seemingly indifferent world, making it a powerful reflection on the human condition.
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