Full Circle

Aerosmith's 'Full Circle' is a song that delves into the themes of karma, the passage of time, and the cyclical nature of life. The lyrics suggest a reflection on past actions and the consequences that follow, implying that what we put out into the world comes back to us. The song's title itself, 'Full Circle,' indicates a belief in the idea that life tends to come back around, for better or for worse.

The opening lines, 'If I could change the world / Like a fairy tale,' express a desire for transformation and the power to alter reality, which is quickly juxtaposed with the acknowledgment of love's importance and its impact on the world. The mention of 'Beelzebub,' a name often associated with the devil, and the subsequent line 'you just lost your job' playfully suggests that love has the power to triumph over evil. The chorus, with its repeated advice to 'raise your drinking glass / Here's to yesterday,' serves as a reminder to celebrate the present and learn from the past, while also acknowledging that our actions have consequences ('we got hell to pay').

The song also touches on personal responsibility and the importance of owning one's actions ('Every time you get yourself caught up inside of someone else's crazy dream / Own it'). Aerosmith seems to be advocating for self-awareness and the recognition that blaming others for our problems ('karma cops are coming after you') is not a productive way to live. The repeated phrase 'come full circle' reinforces the message that life is a continuous loop of cause and effect, and that we should be mindful of the legacy we leave behind.