Oct 33
Black Pumas Lyrics

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October 33
I wear it on my soul's back
Like, fair, fair, fair
And, I can hear the brass ring, I hear it in the nosebleeds
Where you once felt a cold breeze
Think it was Halloween
I've got your number, lonely
October 33
That's cold facts, fair, fair, fair
Holds me down, like you know how, darlin'
Hold me now, like you know my plight

Got your number, I do
Alone in the back
I'm sending love where you are at
I do

I've got your number, lonely
October 33
Your love's my only good thing
Like, fair, fair, fair
So, help me hear the bird sing
I'll help you capture your dream
Let's see it in the present, and try to let it be

I've got your number, lonely
October 33
I'm knockin' at your door, babe
Like, fair, fair, fair
You can hear the band play
Then listen to my heart say
It's gonna be a good day
October 33

Got your number, baby, I do
Crying in the back
I'm sending love where you are at
I do, to you
Hold on, hold on, hold on
Fair, fair, fair
Hold on, hold on, hold on

Say, I wanna make it alright
Good times, stop, look and listen
Said, I wanna make it alright
Stop, look and listen
Alone in the back

Send love where you're at
I do

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Black Pumas' song Oct 33 is quite mysterious, and even the title of the song is quite puzzling since no such date exists. Nevertheless, the lyrics contain hidden meanings that revolve around the theme of loneliness, love, and hope. The song begins with "I've got your number, lonely" which implies that the singer knows what it feels like to be lonely and understands the pain associated with it. Moreover, the line "October 33" is a metaphor for the unknown, indicating that even with a date that does not exist; anything can happen, and things can change unexpectedly. The line "I wear it on my soul's back" indicates that the thought of loneliness is bothersome and weighs heavily on the singer's mind, accentuating the somberness of the lyrics.

As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer is trying to send a message of hope to someone who is experiencing loneliness. The lines, "I'm sending love where you are at," "Hold me now, like you know my plight," and "Your love's my only good thing" imply the singer's desire to reach out and connect with someone going through a difficult time. Moreover, the lines "Let's see it in the present, and try to let it be," and "stop, look, and listen" indicate the singer's desire to enjoy the present moment and find joy even in difficult times. The song's overall message is one of love, hope, and perseverance, even in uncertain times.

Line by Line Meaning

I've got your number, lonely
I understand your loneliness

October 33
The emotional state of being where everything seems off-kilter and disjointed

I wear it on my soul's back
I carry the weight of your struggles

Like, fair, fair, fair
Just, equitable, impartial

And, I can hear the brass ring, I hear it in the nosebleeds
I can hear the sound of opportunity, but it seems distant and unattainable

Where you once felt a cold breeze
When you were feeling detached and emotionally distant

Think it was Halloween
It was a scary and unsettling feeling

That's cold facts, fair, fair, fair
That's the harsh reality, unbiased, unprejudiced

Holds me down, like you know how, darlin'
Keeps me grounded, like you understand

Hold me now, like you know my plight
Comfort me, like you understand my situation

Alone in the back
Feeling isolated and disconnected

I'm sending love where you are at
Sending positive energy your way

Your love's my only good thing
The love you give is what I cherish most

So, help me hear the bird sing
Help me appreciate the beauty around me

I'll help you capture your dream
I'll support you in achieving your aspirations

Let's see it in the present, and try to let it be
Let's be in the moment and not worry about the future or past

I'm knockin' at your door, babe
I'm here and I want to help

You can hear the band play
You can hear the sounds of life happening

Then listen to my heart say
Take comfort in the fact that I care

It's gonna be a good day
Today is going to be a good day

Got your number, baby, I do
I understand where you're coming from

Crying in the back
Feeling emotional and vulnerable

Hold on, hold on, hold on
Be patient, everything will work out

Say, I wanna make it alright
I want to make things better

Good times, stop, look and listen
Take a moment to appreciate the good things

Alone in the back
Feeling isolated and disconnected

Send love where you're at
Share positive energy with others

Lyrics © ME GUSTA MUSIC
Written by: Eric Burton

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