The song "Percy Is a Dog and It's 7 a.m." by Sidney Gish is a humorous and whimsical track that explores the thoughts and experiences of the narrator, who is awake at 7 a.m. while their dog, Percy, is still asleep. The lyrics touch upon themes of self-belief, dreams, and the mundane aspects of daily life. The first verse suggests that as long as one believes in oneself and follows their dreams, they can sing any song they want to, even if it's to a sleeping dog like Percy. The narrator reflects on their own sleeplessness and wonders why they have been awake for 22 hours, humorously mentioning the idea of asking the dog for answers, even though dogs cannot speak English except for the dog from the movie "The Shaggy Dog" (2004). In the second verse, the narrator expresses their longing for a sense of purpose in life. They await someone to remind them of their responsibility to take the dog out since they are too lazy to do it voluntarily. They also mention their reluctance to disturb Percy's peaceful sleep by dragging the dog's body out to the yard. The bridge of the song humorously questions the time and the identity of the person that the narrator mentions as "bitch." It reveals the narrator's confusion and desire for someone to inform them about the current situation. The final verse states that Percy, the dog, is actually a female. It explains that when Percy finally wakes up, she looks grateful and delicate, resembling a newborn deer. This playful description adds to the lighthearted and whimsical tone of the song. Overall, "Percy Is a Dog and It's 7 a.m." by Sidney Gish is a charming and comical song that highlights the narrator's musings and observations during their sleepless morning with their beloved dog, Percy.
