This Must Be It
Röyksopp Lyrics
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A chain way vision, all bright and clear
And they talk and they dance
I was expecting something pure with a golden hair
Arms full of bracelets and smoke in the air
And they talk and they dance
Here comes darkness, just afternoon
Waiting for a sign
If I survive, I'll worship the moon
Or something, anything
This must be it, long for bliss
First it was so quiet
And now I know I'm not alone in here
And they talked and they danced
Two elements, collide in my open hand
Making me a viewer, I am water and sand
And they talk and they dance
Your hand on my hips, speak friendly to me
I've been studying for years, patiently
Is this as far as you can take me?
This must be it, long for bliss
First it was so quiet
And now I know I'm not alone in here
And they talked and they danced
This must be it, long for bliss
First it was so quiet
And now I know I'm not alone in here
And they talked and they danced
This must be it, long for bliss
First it was so quiet
And now I know I'm not alone in here
This must be it, long for bliss
First it was so quiet
And now I know I'm not alone in here
And they talked and they danced
The lyrics of Röyksopp’s song This Must Be It depict a sense of anticipation and longing for something intangible. The singer is waiting for something to break through, a sign of some sort, so they can experience true bliss. The imagery of “a chain way vision” and “arms full of bracelets and smoke in the air” all contribute to this desire for a transcendent experience. The singer describes themselves as feeling like an outsider, watching from afar as people talk and dance. They long to be a part of the action, to connect with someone else.
As the song progresses, the singer feels a shift in their surroundings. Darkness descends, and they become more aware of their own mortality. They declare that they will “worship the moon or something, anything” if they survive whatever the darkness may bring. The imagery of water and sand colliding in the singer’s open hand reflects the tension between opposing forces in their own life. Yet in the midst of this, they find comfort in the friendly touch of someone’s hand on their hips. They express a sense of vulnerability, admitting that they have been “studying for years, patiently”, but unsure if this connection with another person will be enough.
Overall, the lyrics of This Must Be It convey a sense of longing for connection and transcendence while revealing a sense of uncertainty and trepidation as well. The lyrics depict these complex emotions with poetically rich imagery, leading the listener on a journey of self-discovery and reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
Waiting for a beam to break through here
I'm waiting for a sign or signal to guide me and show me the way forward.
A chain way vision, all bright and clear
I have a clear vision of what I want, like a chain reaction where everything falls into place.
And they talk and they dance
People around me are carefree, socializing and having fun.
I was expecting something pure with a golden hair
I had high expectations of finding something perfect and beautiful.
Arms full of bracelets and smoke in the air
My ideal image was of someone wearing lots of jewelry and surrounded by smoke or fog.
Here comes darkness, just afternoon
A sense of darkness or negativity is approaching, even though it's still daytime.
Waiting for a sign
I'm still waiting for some kind of guidance or indication of what to do.
If I survive, I'll worship the moon
I'll be so grateful to make it through this difficult time that I'll worship something unique like the moon.
Or something, anything
I'm so desperate for any kind of relief or solution that I'll take anything.
This must be it, long for bliss
At last, I think I've found what I've been looking for, something that will bring me happiness.
First it was so quiet
Everything was calm and peaceful before this revelation.
And now I know I'm not alone in here
I realize that other people are going through similar struggles and that I'm not alone.
Two elements, collide in my open hand
Two opposing forces or ideas are coming together in my life, unresolved and confusing.
Making me a viewer, I am water and sand
I feel like an outside observer, unable to affect or control the situation, like water and sand that just go with the flow.
Your hand on my hips, speak friendly to me
I need someone to comfort me and talk to me kindly, even if it's just physical touch.
I've been studying for years, patiently
I've been waiting and preparing for this moment for a long time, learning and growing along the way.
Is this as far as you can take me?
I'm uncertain if this person or situation can offer me what I'm truly seeking, and I'm questioning if it's enough.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Karin Dreijer Andersson, Svein Berge, Torbjorn Brundtland
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@OMG_BeCkY
That chick's voice gives me chills, it's so unique and amazing
@70719800
Karin Dreijer, she from Sweden! She is the leadsinger in The Knife! Haunting voice!!
@matthewbrooks3408
Check out Fever Ray.
@pantoleon
@@70719800 man, knew i had heard this voice b4
@SolemAris
Perfect song, the voice, the complexity of the multilayer sounds.
A master piece.
I can't get bored of listening it, it takes you to another state of mind.
Thanks for such amazing work.
@mentallo
It's a Masterpiece
@Val17Morrison
Karin Dreijer singing, unmistakable voice
@greenhowie
Royksopp have so many unique music videos, ones like this get overlooked - never seen this before but I absolutely love it, really deserves more attention
@satanimperial333
ROYKSOPP with the voice of KARIN DREIJER are a BOOM
@voltagebinary1006
not only do i love Royksopp, but i LOVE this video... a motorized drum kit? take my money1!!