Pyro
J. King Lyrics

Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴A single book of matches gonna burn what's standing in the way.
Roaring down the mountain, they're calling on the fire brigade.
Carry out the pictures and tell the kids that I'm okay.
If'n I'm forgotten, you'll remember me for the day.

I won't ever be your cornerstone.
I

All the black inside me is slowly seeping from the bone.
Everything I cherish is slowly dying or it's gone.
Little shaking babies and drunkards seem to all agree,
Once the show gets started it's bound to be a sight to see.

I won't ever be your cornerstone.
I don't want to be here holding on.
I won't ever be your cornerstone.
I

Watch her run, can you feel it?
Watch her run, can you feel it?
Watch her run, can you feel it?
Watch her run, can you feel it?

I won't ever be your cornerstone.
I don't want to be here holding on.

I won't ever be your cornerstone.
I

Overall Meaning

In J. King's song "Pyro," the lyrics describe a destructive force that burns down what's in its way, while the singer muses upon his own gradual decline. The opening line of "A single book of matches gonna burn what's standing in the way" implies that this force is something that can be easily ignited, yet has the capability to be devastating. The line "Roaring down the mountain, they're calling on the fire brigade" alludes to the idea that this force has taken on a life of its own, beyond human control. The next verse speaks to the singer's own internal struggle, as he recognizes that he is losing those things that are most important to him. The lines "All the black inside me is slowly seeping from the bone. Everything I cherish is slowly dying or it's gone" speak to this sense of loss and decay. The final verse emphasizes the power of this force, and its ability to captivate and inspire. The repeated refrain "Watch her run, can you feel it?" suggests that the force is not only destructive, but also alluring and mesmerizing.

Overall, the song seems to be exploring the themes of loss, decay, and the power of destruction. The singer recognizes that he himself is part of this larger force, and that he cannot be the foundation or cornerstone that others rely upon. Instead, he must come to terms with his own gradual decline, and find a way to let go.

Line by Line Meaning

A single book of matches gonna burn what's standing in the way.
I will use a small tool to get rid of any obstacles in my path.

Roaring down the mountain, they're calling on the fire brigade.
I will create a massive spectacle that will require the assistance of professionals to manage.

Carry out the pictures and tell the kids that I'm okay.
Remove all reminders of me and reassure the children that I am safe.

If'n I'm forgotten, you'll remember me for the day.
If I fade into obscurity, at least I will be remembered for one significant moment.

All the black inside me is slowly seeping from the bone.
My negativity is slowly being released from my being.

Everything I cherish is slowly dying or it's gone.
Everything I hold dear is either disappearing or has already vanished.

Little shaking babies and drunkards seem to all agree,
Even those who are vulnerable or impaired can recognize the impact of what's happening.

Once the show gets started it's bound to be a sight to see.
Once my actions and plans come to fruition, it will be an impressive display.

Watch her run, can you feel it?
Observe the reaction of those around me and see their excitement and anticipation.

I won't ever be your cornerstone.
I will never be the foundation or anchor for someone else.

I don't want to be here holding on.
I don't want to be stuck in a particular role or position.

Watch her run, can you feel it?
Observe the reaction of those around me and see their excitement and anticipation.

I won't ever be your cornerstone.
I will never be the foundation or anchor for someone else.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: ANTHONY CALEB FOLLOWILL, IVAN NATHAN FOLLOWILL, JARED FOLLOWILL, MATTHEW FOLLOWILL

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