Low Tech Lyrics – Kublai Khan TX

[Intro: Matt Honeycutt]
In the intro, Honeycutt introduces the central theme of the song, likening himself to something that was "built in the dirt," referencing the hard, often thankless, work that goes into building the foundations of society. He acknowledges both the sacredness and the curse of this role, feeling bound to his contributions yet simultaneously feeling that they go unnoticed and unappreciated.

[Verse 1: Matt Honeycutt]
In this section, Honeycutt emphasizes the idea of broken promises, where people like him are promised rewards but are instead given "rust" in return for their sacrifices. He reflects on how people contribute their lives, only to be discarded once they are no longer useful. The verse paints a grim picture of a man who has built something but is ultimately left with nothing, embodying a sense of futility and bitterness toward societal structures.

[Chorus: Matt Honeycutt]
The chorus amplifies the frustration of feeling out of place in a world that no longer values those who built it. Honeycutt speaks from the perspective of "old tech," someone who is outdated and left with nothing but remnants of their efforts. The words “I want nothing, solitude will prove, I won’t lose” reflect a desire for independence and self-worth despite the lack of recognition from society.

[Verse 2: Matt Honeycutt]
Here, Honeycutt confronts the forced choices and movements that define his existence. He feels like an outsider in a world that he helped create but could never truly be a part of. He describes walking on in a land of pain, but when he closes his eyes, he still knows who he is, demonstrating a sense of inner identity and resilience, even in the face of external challenges.

[Outro: Matt Honeycutt]
The outro solidifies the song's central theme of being low-tech, crudely made yet refined by the mind. Honeycutt depicts a struggle against enemies, societal tides, and expectations, yet he remains grounded and unyielding. He describes himself as built and designed for this "low tech" existence, implying a raw, fundamental strength that allows him to endure despite being undervalued.