This song is a captivating exploration of self-discovery and acceptance. The lyrics express the struggles of the protagonist, who identifies himself as a "twisted fool" with "black hooves" instead of hands, symbolizing his perceived flaws and differences. Despite this, he maintains an upright stance, emphasizing his resilience and determination to keep moving forward. The phrase "I'm a man, don't spin me a lie" suggests his desire for honesty from others and himself. He yearns for love and connection but acknowledges that this longing can also cause pain ("And all I ever want is breaking me apart"). Overall, the song is a poignant reminder that everyone has their unique challenges and quirks, but these do not define our worth or capacity to love and be loved.
Toes
Lyrics
Put your hand down, boy
Welcome to my zoo
Put your head inside
My big black wild while
I can still help you
See the snake-baboon
Funky, chic and smooth
Honey can you spy
The divine ape-swine?
'Cause he can see you
I'm a man, I'm a twisted fool
My hands are twisted, too
Five fingers to black hooves
I'm a man, don't spin me a lie
Got toes and I can smile
I'm crooked but upright
And all I ever want
Is just a little love
I said in purrs under the palms
And all I ever want is breaking me apart
I said to the thing that I once was
I'm a man, I'm a twisted fool
My hands are twisted, too
Five fingers to black hooves
I'm a man, don't spin me a lie
Got toes and I can smile
I'm crooked but upright
To the left now, boy
Underneath the moon
By the thick tan sand
And the tall thin grass
One more thing for you
See the distant flume
In the sleepy dunes
Makes my nerves clench close
And my bones go cold
When I see that room
And all I ever want
Is just a little love
I said in purrs under the palms
And all I ever want
Is breaking me apart
I'm a man, I'm a twisted fool
My hands are twisted, too
Five fingers to black hooves
I'm a man, don't spin me a lie
Got toes and I can smile
I'm crooked but upright
Writer(s): David Bayley
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Hipgnosis Songs Group
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