Saves The Day

Sticky Fingers' song 'Saves The Day' delves into themes of loneliness, redemption, and the search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent world. The lyrics paint a picture of a protagonist who feels disconnected and isolated, struggling to find solace and understanding. The opening lines, 'It's been a long time / And I just don't know, do you know me?' set the tone for a journey of self-reflection and longing for connection. The mention of 'spinning with the sickness' and 'feeling it up lonely' suggests a battle with inner demons and a sense of being left out or forgotten.

The chorus, 'She don't need setting suns / Sure don't need this old bum / She don't need anything at all,' highlights a relationship where the protagonist feels inadequate and unappreciated. The repeated line 'Wasted my song / She don't get music, that's all I got' underscores the idea that the protagonist's passion and identity, symbolized by music, are not valued by the person they care about. This sense of rejection and misunderstanding adds to the overall feeling of loneliness and despair.

However, amidst the melancholy, there is a glimmer of hope and redemption. The lines 'I said I'm sorry, sister / For the damage I have done / And I said I'm sorry, mumma / For what I've become' indicate a desire for forgiveness and a recognition of past mistakes. The song's title, 'Saves The Day,' suggests that despite the struggles and heartache, there is a possibility of salvation and a new beginning. The closing lines, 'Follow the west Sun to California / Offer my wisdom she can't support it,' hint at a journey towards self-discovery and the pursuit of a better future, even if it means leaving behind what is familiar.