The song "Time to Send Someone Away" by José González tells a story of someone who witnesses the deceit and manipulation of others but chooses not to participate in it. The lyrics express a sense of sadness and frustration towards those who have been led astray and are blindly following the crowd. The phrase "Time to send someone away, not me I'm not in" reflects the narrator's refusal to be a part of the negative behaviors and actions happening around them. They distance themselves from the situation, implying that they are not involved in the drama and are not willing to play a role in it. The lines "Sad how you've been all lead astray" suggest that the people involved have been misguided or influenced in the wrong direction. This could refer to individuals who have been manipulated or deceived by others, losing their sense of identity and falling into a trap. The reference to "count your chins" may symbolize the consequences of their actions catching up to them. It could imply that the ones who have been deceitful will face the repercussions of their choices. The lyrics also mention wolves waiting in line and the advice not to move. This could symbolize the predatory nature of those who manipulate and take advantage of others. The narrator warns against playing into their manipulations and advises the listener to stay still, not allowing themselves to be lured into their traps. The lines "Showing off with jewelry, humiliation will be your new rule" suggest that the individuals engaged in deceitful actions are flaunting material possessions as a way to assert superiority over others. However, the narrator predicts that their actions will ultimately lead to their own humiliation. The song also touches upon the idea of people willingly going along with the crowd, even when they haven't been asked to. The lyrics seem to express disappointment in those who passively follow the lead of others, even if it means disregarding their own values. The repeated line "Feel that summer rain, it's in your face again" might symbolize the weight and consequences of their actions continually affecting their lives. It serves as a reminder that they cannot escape the outcomes of their deceitful behavior.
