"Time To Confess" by Gov't Mule is a song about a dark and dangerous relationship. The lyrics suggest that the protagonist is seeking someone who can provide them with excitement and danger. They acknowledge that everyone needs some form of danger in their lives, and they see themselves as an equal in this respect. The song seems to be directed at someone who has wronged the protagonist. They mention that they won't retaliate in the same way that the person did to someone else ("the way you did that clown"), but they want the person to know that they can't escape the consequences of their actions. The protagonist implies that they have been watching the person and finally decides that it's time to confront them. They believe that the person should have seen their actions coming and should have known that their behavior would lead to this confrontation. The line "I think it's time to confess" suggests that the protagonist wants the person to admit to their wrongdoing and face the consequences. They mention the need for a miracle or for the situation to never end, implying that the person should be fearful of what's to come. The lyrics also allude to a past incident involving a gun. The protagonist mentions that the person had time to run but instead decided to use the gun on someone else. This reference adds to the dangerous and intense nature of the relationship. Overall, the song depicts a tense and potentially violent confrontation between two individuals who were once lovers but have now become enemies. The protagonist is determined to bring the other person down and seeks their confession for their actions.
