The song "Fast Hand" by Cody Jinks tells a story of a man who finds himself on the run after accidentally shooting another man. The protagonist didn't intend to harm anyone, but the other man mistakenly believed that he was a quick and skilled shooter. Under the influence of alcohol, the man attacked the protagonist, forcing him to defend himself by shooting in self-defense. However, since there were no witnesses to confirm this, the protagonist had no choice but to flee. As he runs from his past and the law, the protagonist ends up in various towns where other criminals reside. He discovers that he is not alone in living a life on the run, as there are others who are also evading justice. However, the protagonist is haunted by the fact that someone always recognizes him as the man who shot the boy and seeks revenge. This fear leads him to experience a tragic demise in a street one night, where he never stands a chance. Throughout the song, the protagonist reflects on his actions and claims that he never meant to be a bad person. He believes that his fast hand, the quick reflexes that made him shoot in self-defense, did not define him as evil. Despite the consequences he faces, he declares that in his life, he has already endured everything that hell could throw at him. He expresses a sense of resignation and acceptance, preparing to bid farewell to the world while wishing others a goodnight. The protagonist ultimately finds solace and meaning in the connection he feels with the people he has killed. He believes that a part of his soul remains within every person he has ended the life of in every desolate place that destiny has taken him. He acknowledges the passage of time and the physical changes he has experienced, but accepts them as a natural part of the journey he has undertaken. Overall, "Fast Hand" explores themes of regret, unexpected circumstances, and the complex morality of choices made in self-defense. The song delves into the internal struggle of a man who never intended to cause harm but is forced to confront the consequences of his actions in a world that seems to be perpetually against him.
