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Better Off Dead
Elton John
There was a face on a hoarding that someone had drawn on
And just enough time for the night to pass by without warning
Away in the distance there's a blue flashing light
Someone's in trouble somewhere tonight
As the flickering neon stands ready to fuse
The wind blows away all of yesterday's news
Well they've locked up their daughters and they battened the hatches
They always could find us but they never could catch us
Through the grease streaked windows of an all night cafe
We watched the arrested get taken away
And that cigarette haze has ecology beat
As the whores and the drunks filed in from the street
'Cause the steams in the boiler the coals in the fire
If you ask how I am then I'll just say inspired
If the thorn of a rose is the thorn in your side
Then you're better off dead if you haven't yet died
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About this Song
Better Off Dead by Elton John is a song that delves into themes of despair and hopelessness. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone on the brink of giving up, feeling overwhelmed by life's struggles. The song reflects a deep sense of emotional turmoil, with poignant moments that highlight the desperation and inner conflict experienced by the protagonist. It serves as a haunting reminder of the struggles individuals face in the darkest periods of their lives, ultimately addressing the fragile nature of hope and the human spirit.
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