For example, in Led Zeppelin's song "The Lemon Song", which is a partial remake of an old blues song, it says "I shouldn't be here with all my troubles down on this killing floor."
2007-03-09 14:46:52 · 4 answers · asked by D-Scan 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
Metaphorically being on the "killing floor" means being in trouble with little way out or being so depressed (primarily by the loss of a lover) that he (generally) feels like he is going to die, having hit rock bottom and with nothing left to lose. It refers to working in a slaughter house.
2007-03-09 14:54:54 · answer #1 · answered by dv4unme 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Killing Floor Song
2016-11-04 05:43:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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From old blues songs, particularly the Chicago style; a reference to the location in the slaughterhouse where the stock was killed and then butchered, hence a scene of danger, difficulty, bloodshed, etc.
Man, it sure is tough down on the killing floor today!
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Reference in certain blues and rock songs. Exact meaning unknown. Now meant to refer to school playgrounds where social heirarchies and roles are exercised and determined. May also refer to urban schools where firearms and violence are common.
You better watch your six out on the killing floor, homes.
2007-03-09 14:53:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_Floor
2007-03-09 14:55:00 · answer #4 · answered by cmhurley64 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋