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Afterneath
Paolo Nutini Lyrics


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Babe, babe
You know, baby
Ooh
Mm
Baby, baby
You know
What I want
Baby, baby, baby

Amid the chaos of that day
When all I could hear was the thunder of gunshots
And all I could smell was the violence in the air (you know that I want you)
I look back and I'm amazed
That my thoughts were so clear and true
That three words went through my mind endlessly
Repeating themselves, like a broken record
You're so cool
You're so cool
You're so cool
You're so cool (would you look at that?)
You're so cool (you're so cool, you're so cool, you're so cool)

I got your call on a red telephone
I was laid out still beside the ashtray
Trying to save a memory of you and me in a better time
When suddenly our madness was there for all the world to see
Carnage in good night despair
A deep dive into an open mind
On the lost highway of the caustic night
When we held each other's hand
And then afterneath the neon motel light
You said, "Let's knock 'em all down"
So I kissed your lips
As you took me in the violence thinking
This will be the end
This will be the end
This will be the end
You're so cool
You're so cool
You're so cool
You're so cool
You're so cool
You're so cool
You're so cool
You're so cool
You're so cool
You're so cool

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Afterneath" by Paolo Nutini depict a tumultuous and chaotic moment in time, where violence and despair are prevalent. The singer reflects upon this day and expresses surprise at how clear and true their thoughts were amidst the chaos. In their mind, three words repeated like a broken record: "You're so cool." These words are a testament to the power and allure of the person they are addressing, emphasizing their admiration and attraction.


The song then shifts to a different scene, where the singer receives a call on a red telephone. They are seen lying beside an ashtray, perhaps indicating a state of disarray or indulgence. They try to hold onto a memory of a better time between them and the person they desire. However, their madness is now exposed for the world to see, and there is a sense of despair and hopelessness in the air.


Amidst the darkness, the singer and their partner hold each other's hand and stand beneath the neon lights of a motel. It is in this moment that the partner suggests causing chaos and destruction, and the singer kisses them, embracing the violence, believing it could potentially be the end. The repetition of "You're so cool" throughout the song continues to emphasize their fascination with their partner, even in the midst of the madness.


Overall, "Afterneath" portrays a scene of violence, chaos, and attraction. It explores the themes of longing, desire, and the allure of danger.


Line by Line Meaning

Babe, babe
Darling, darling


You know, baby
You understand, my love


Ooh
Ah


Mm
Hmm


Baby, baby
My dear, my dear


You know
You are aware


What I want
What I desire


Baby, baby, baby
My love, my love, my love


Amid the chaos of that day
In the midst of the turmoil of that day


When all I could hear was the thunder of gunshots
When all that filled my ears were the sounds of gunfire


And all I could smell was the violence in the air (you know that I want you)
And my nostrils filled with the scent of aggression (you know I desire you)


I look back and I'm amazed
I reflect upon it and I'm astounded


That my thoughts were so clear and true
That my mind was sharp and genuine


That three words went through my mind endlessly
That three words repeated endlessly in my thoughts


Repeating themselves, like a broken record
Echoing over and over, like a damaged vinyl


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive


Would you look at that?
Just observe that, will you?


I got your call on a red telephone
I received your call on a distinct red phone


I was laid out still beside the ashtray
I was lying motionless next to the ashtray


Trying to save a memory of you and me in a better time
Attempting to preserve a recollection of our past in happier moments


When suddenly our madness was there for all the world to see
When suddenly our insanity was exposed for the entire world to witness


Carnage in good night despair
Destruction mixed with hopelessness in the darkness of the night


A deep dive into an open mind
A profound exploration into an unguarded consciousness


On the lost highway of the caustic night
On the unknown path of the harsh, corrosive night


When we held each other's hand
When we grasped each other's hands


And then afterneath the neon motel light
And then beneath the neon illumination of the motel


You said, 'Let's knock 'em all down'
You proclaimed, 'Let's demolish them all'


So I kissed your lips
So I pressed my lips against yours


As you took me in the violence thinking
While you embraced me with violent thoughts


This will be the end
This will mark the conclusion


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive


You're so cool
You are incredibly impressive




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gavin Rhys Fitzjohn, John Blease, Paolo Giovanni Nutini, Quentin Tarantino

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