The song "Push Comes to Shove" by Jackyl describes the frustration and anger of a person who feels trapped and misunderstood in a politically correct society. The lyrics portray the protagonist as an "angry young man" who becomes fed up with the hypocrisy and self-importance of others. The opening lines, "Ill as a hornet, swarming around / Your political correct world is incorrect I've found," express the artist's disdain for the political correctness and what they perceive as the incorrectness of this world. They feel like an outsider, buzzing around with anger and frustration. The lyrics mention that the protagonist becomes this way because someone, "gotta full of [themselves]," implying that they have been mistreated or overlooked in some way. The person responsible for their anger and resentment is solely to blame for their transformation into an "angry young man." The chorus, "Push me on up of the ledge / I'm standing with my toes hanging over the edge / Not worried about a push coming down from above / I'm ready for you / When push comes to shove," showcases their determination and readiness to confront anyone who tries to push them further into their negative state. They are essentially saying that they are prepared for any confrontation and will not back down. The following lines, "Look at my hands it's not what it seems / Touch my hands I been around touch the man / Touch the fist that can shatter your dreams," emphasize their strength and capability to cause harm. They are challenging others to touch them, their hands, or even their fists, indicating that they have the power to disrupt or destroy the dreams of those who have underestimated or mistreated them. Overall, the song "Push Comes to Shove" by Jackyl portrays a person's frustration, anger, and determination to stand up for themselves in a world they believe to be hypocritical and unjust. They refuse to be pushed around and are ready to face any opposition that comes their way.
