Falling Slowly
The Frames Lyrics

I don't know you but I want you
Although we have never met before, I am inexplicably drawn to you.

All the more for that
In fact, my desire for you grows stronger because of this.

Words fall through me and always fool me
I have a hard time discerning truth from falsehood, and I am easily deceived by persuasive language.

And I can't react
As a result, I often feel paralyzed and unable to respond appropriately.

And games that never amount
I've played countless games and engaged in various pursuits that ultimately lead nowhere.

To more than they're meant
I realize that these activities lack a sense of purpose or deeper meaning.

Will play themselves out
Despite this, I continue to engage in these fruitless endeavors, knowing that they will eventually come to an end.

Take this sinking boat and point it home
Metaphorically, I feel like I am adrift and aimless, but I am looking for a way to find my direction and purpose.

We've still got time
Though it may seem like I have wasted a lot of time on unfulfilling activities, I believe that there is still an opportunity for me to find my way.

Raise your hopeful voice, you have a choice
I am encouraging myself to be positive, even in the face of uncertainty, and to realize that I have agency and control over my life.

You've made it now
By reminding myself of my own inner strength, I feel like I have already achieved success.

Falling slowly, eyes that know me
Despite the fact that I am uncertain about many things, I am also experiencing a sense of connection and familiarity with another person.

And I can't go back
As a result of this connection, I feel like I am moving forward, and the possibility of returning to my old life is fading away.

And moods that take me and erase me
Despite these positive feelings, I sometimes experience extreme emotions that can make me feel like I am disappearing or losing myself.

And I'll paint it black
When I experience these negative emotions, everything around me seems to be tainted or destroyed.

Well you have suffered enough
I am addressing another person who I believe has gone through significant difficulties in their life.

And warred with yourself
Despite these challenges, I am acknowledging the resilience and inner strength of this other person, who has not given up even in the face of adversity.

It's time that you won
By reminding this other person of their inner strength, I am encouraging them to realize that they deserve victory and success.

Why don't you come?
Addressing this other person once again, I am inviting them to come and experience the same feelings of connection and purpose that I am experiencing.

One, two, three, four
This is a transitional line that helps the song move into the final section.

Falling slowly sing your melody
The singer is now speaking directly to the person they are inviting, and they are encouraging them to join in song and embrace their emotions.

I'll sing along, along
The singer is indicating that they will be right beside the other person in this process, supporting and encouraging them.

Baby, why don't you come home?
The singer is once again offering an invitation to this other person to come and join them on this journey of purpose and connection.