I do not think it's about a literal pregnancy of any sort though. I'm trying to see how the womb and the mother reference could tie into all of this but I just can't seem to put it together. Maroon could represent the color of the blood, and the consequent pain brought on. It's not a literal bird he's singing about, of course, I think he's just meaning that there's an intense pain or suffering of some sort going on here. The bird has been shot or hurt in some way. The bird explanation makes more sense to me, especially when you refer to the part that says "only love is all maroon, gluey feathers on the flume." What would make the feathers "gluey"? Blood. This wary bird must be symbolic of something. I think it's supposed to say "lapping lakes like LEERY loons." Leery (not Leary) means cautious or distrustful. Also, I don't believe that the line "Leary loons" has any connection to Timothy Leary, as someone else stated. The loon is an aquatic bird, that often dives underwater. I did more research on "loons", which some people think is a reference to some kind of crazy, as in looney but I disagree. Don't hate, it's probably nonsense but I'm trying here. I've skimmed some of the comments and here's my two cents. This song is gorgeous but I'd much rather it be a profoundly beautiful song, as opposed to just a shallow, meaningless one. I'm really hoping that this song means something, and that the lyrics aren't a bunch of nonsense that just sound good. rope burns don't happen unless he tried to hold on. again, he is wandering down the river/stream. mother on the wall is a photograph of someone who passed away. he's still attached to whatever he left behind. pieces of himself left behind as he parted ways. not only does love hurt, but it doesn't quite look as glorious after it's done with you. now you know what it looks like to see him without his masks. he's saying this because he was abandoned/betrayed by people close to him rope burns don't happen unless he tried to hold on.feeling so alone it's driving him mad.again, he is wandering down the river/stream.mother on the wall is a photograph of someone who passed away.pieces of himself left behind as he parted ways.
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he's saying this because he was abandoned/betrayed by people close to him.Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc. (With you by my side, I am sure of this.) I don't require extensive time or commitment. (When I am with you, I feel this assurance) I am sharing my perspective to foster understanding between us. The repetition of the phrase "in your arms, in your arms, I know that" throughout the song emphasizes the importance of the couple supporting one another through difficult times and finding comfort in each other.īut I'm telling my side so you understand The lines "Sunrise, we won't be lost again, Sunrise, we won't get lost again" speak to the idea of starting anew and finding a way forward with their partner. The artist recognizes that they have room to improve and wants to make sure that their partner feels heard and understood.ĭespite the challenges, the artist expresses hope and optimism for the future in the chorus. The artist acknowledges their faults within the relationship in the lyrics "I know I don't give everything, but I'm telling my side so you understand." This line highlights the importance of communication within the relationship. The artist is expressing their frustration with their own behavior and inability to maintain balance. The opening lyrics, "It's give or take, I know it well, so why do I throw it all away?" convey the idea that relationships require balance and a level of give and take, but individuals tend to disregard this and make unnecessary sacrifices in the heat of the moment. The Aston Shuffle's song "Won't Get Lost" contains lyrics that are centered around the idea of making mistakes in relationships and ultimately finding the strength to move past them with the support of your partner.