1901
Pheonix Lyrics
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Past and present they don't matter
Now the future's sorted out
Watch her moving in elliptical patterns
Think it's not what you say
What you say is way too complicated
For a minute thought I couldn't tell how to fall out
It's twenty seconds till the last call
You're going hey hey hey hey hey hey
Lie down you know it's easy
Like we did it over summer long
And I'll be anything you ask and more
You're going hey hey hey hey hey hey hey
It's not a miracle we needed
No I wouldn't let you think so
Fold it, fold it, fold it, fold it
Girlfriend, oh your girlfriend is drifting away
Past and present 1855 - 1901
Watch them built up a material tower
Think it's not gonna stay anyway
Think it's overrated
For a minute thought I couldn't tell how to fall out
It's twenty seconds till the last call
You're going hey hey hey hey hey hey
Lie down you know it's easy
Like we did it over summer long
And I'll be anything you ask and more
You're going hey hey hey hey hey hey hey
It's not a miracle we needed
No I wouldn't let you think so
Fold it, fold it, fold it, fold it
The lyrics to Phoenix's song "1901" are somewhat enigmatic and open to interpretation, but there are a few themes that stand out. The song seems to be about looking back on the past and present, realizing that they don't matter, and focusing on the future. The lines "Counting all different ideas drifting away / Past and present they don't matter / Now the future's sorted out" suggest a sense of progress and moving forward.
One interesting aspect of the song is the use of elliptical patterns as a metaphor. The line "Watch her moving in elliptical patterns" could refer to a literal physical movement, or it could be a metaphor for the cyclical nature of life and history. The repeated phrase "hey hey hey" throughout the chorus is catchy and memorable, but its significance is unclear.
The lines "Girlfriend, oh your girlfriend is drifting away / Past and present 1855 - 1901 / Watch them built up a material tower / Think it's not gonna stay anyway / Think it's overrated" could be interpreted in a few different ways. One possibility is that the singer is seeing a relationship fall apart as the girlfriend drifts away. The reference to the years 1855-1901 could be a nod to the past, or it could be a specific reference to something else entirely. The mention of a material tower that won't stay could represent the fleeting nature of material possessions and the constant need for progress and growth.
Overall, "1901" is a catchy and somewhat mysterious song that touches on themes of progress, history, and relationships. Its lyrics are open to interpretation and leave plenty of room for the listener to fill in their own meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
Counting all different ideas drifting away
Reflecting on various thoughts that are slipping away with time
Past and present they don't matter
The past and the present are insignificant in comparison to the future
Now the future's sorted out
The path to the future has been planned and determined
Watch her moving in elliptical patterns
Observing her movements, which are graceful yet unpredictable
Think it's not what you say
Believing that actions speak louder than words
What you say is way too complicated
Feeling overwhelmed by complex words and ideas
For a minute thought I couldn't tell how to fall out
Momentarily unsure of how to break free from a situation
It's twenty seconds till the last call
The clock is ticking down until the end
You're going hey hey hey hey hey hey
Excitedly and energetically making the most of the time left
Lie down you know it's easy
Relaxing and enjoying the moment comes naturally
Like we did it over summer long
Recalling a carefree and enjoyable time in the past
And I'll be anything you ask and more
Being willing to go above and beyond for someone else
It's not a miracle we needed
The situation didn't require a miraculous solution
No I wouldn't let you think so
Dismissing the idea that magic or supernatural powers were involved
Fold it, fold it, fold it, fold it
Repeating a simple action over and over again
Girlfriend, oh your girlfriend is drifting away
Noticing someone's significant other isn't completely invested in the relationship
Past and present 1855 - 1901
Reflecting on a time period where significant changes were happening in society and the world
Watch them built up a material tower
Observing people focus on wealth and possessions rather than more important things
Think it's not gonna stay anyway
Believing that what is happening won't last forever
Think it's overrated
Feeling that something is given too much importance or credit
For a minute thought I couldn't tell how to fall out
Momentarily unsure of how to escape a situation
It's twenty seconds till the last call
Time is running out
You're going hey hey hey hey hey hey
Making the most of the time left with enthusiasm
Lie down you know it's easy
Relaxing and enjoying the moment is effortless
Like we did it over summer long
Recalling fond memories of a carefree summer
And I'll be anything you ask and more
Willing to do anything for someone else, even go beyond their requests
It's not a miracle we needed
The situation didn't require a miraculous solution
No I wouldn't let you think so
Dismissing the idea that there was anything supernatural or miraculous involved
Fold it, fold it, fold it, fold it
Repeating a simple action in a meaningless and repetitive manner
Contributed by Liam E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.