Safe & Sound
Taylor Swift Lyrics
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When I said I'll never let you go
When all those shadows almost killed your light
I remember you said don't leave me here alone
But all that's dead and gone and passed tonight
Just close your eyes, the sun is going down
You'll be alright, no one can hurt you now
Come morning light, you and I'll be safe and sound
Don't you dare look out your window, darling, everything's on fire
The war outside our door keeps raging on
Hold onto this lullaby even when the music's gone, gone
Just close your eyes, the sun is going down
You'll be alright, no one can hurt you now
Come morning light, you and I'll be safe and sound
Ooh (ooh)
Ooh (ooh)
Oh whoa (oh whoa)
Oh whoa (oh whoa)
Ooh (ooh)
Ooh (ooh)
Oh whoa
Oh whoa
Just close your eyes
You'll be alright
Come morning light
You and I'll be safe and sound
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Taylor Swift's song "Safe & Sound" is a tribute to a love that is steadfast, even in times of great chaos and uncertainty. The song tells the story of two people who are facing a war-torn world filled with violence and destruction. The singer reassures her love that they will survive and that everything will be okay, even when everything around them seems to be falling apart.
The first verse describes a memory of their past, where the two were facing immense struggles. The light in their lives was barely visible, but they persevered together. The phrase "all that's dead and gone and passed tonight" suggests that they have moved past those troubles and are facing new ones as the war around them rages on. The singer then encourages her love to close their eyes and trust that no one can hurt them, and that they will be safe and secure when morning comes.
The second verse continues the theme of war and destruction. The line "everything's on fire" is a stark reminder of the world they live in. The singer urges her love to hold onto the lullaby that she sings, as it represents the trust and comfort they can offer each other even when everything else is uncertain. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the idea that even when the world around them is filled with destruction and fear, they will remain safe and sound.
Overall, "Safe & Sound" is a touching ballad that speaks to the power of love in the midst of even the most challenging times. It reminds us of the importance of having someone to rely on and how a simple gesture of comfort, like singing a lullaby, can make all the difference.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember tears streaming down your face
I recall the sorrow that you expressed through your tears
When I said I'll never let you go
When I pledged to never abandon you
When all those shadows almost killed your light
When all those dark moments nearly extinguished your spirit
I remember you said don't leave me here alone
I remember you pleading with me not to abandon you in your distress
But all that's dead and gone and passed tonight
But now, that difficult time has passed and is over
Just close your eyes, the sun is going down
Take comfort, and close your eyes as the day comes to a close
You'll be alright, no one can hurt you now
You are safe now, no one can harm you
Come morning light, you and I'll be safe and sound
When the morning arrives, we will be together and safe
Don't you dare look out your window, darling, everything's on fire
Do not glance outside your window, my love, the world is ablaze with conflict
The war outside our door keeps raging on
The conflict outside our home continues to persist
Hold onto this lullaby even when the music's gone, gone
Retain this soothing song in your heart, even after the music stops playing
Just close your eyes, the sun is going down
Take comfort, and close your eyes as the day comes to a close
You'll be alright, no one can hurt you now
You are safe now, no one can harm you
Come morning light, you and I'll be safe and sound
When the morning arrives, we will be together and safe
Ooh (ooh)
Ooh (ooh)
Oh whoa (oh whoa)
Oh whoa (oh whoa)
Ooh (ooh)
Ooh (ooh)
Oh whoa
Oh whoa
Just close your eyes
Take comfort, and close your eyes
You'll be alright
You are safe and protected
Come morning light
When the day dawns
You and I'll be safe and sound
You and I will be safe and secure
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Joy Elizabeth Williams-Yetton, T. Bone Burnett, John Paul White, Taylor Alison Swift
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I remember tears streaming down your face'
When I said I'll never let you go.
When all those shadows almost killed your light'
I remember you said don't leave me here alone'
But all that's dead and gone and past tonight.
Just close your eyes'
The sun is going down.
You'll be all right'
No one can hurt you now.
Come morning light'
You and I'll be safe and sound.
Don't you dare look out your window'
Darlin' everything's on fire.
The war outside our door keeps raging on'
Hold on to this lullaby.
Even when the music's gone' gone...
Just close your eyes'
The sun is going down.
You'll be all right'
No one can hurt you now.
Come morning light'
You and I'll be safe and sound...
Just close your eyes'
You'll be all right.
Come morning light'
You and I'll be safe and sound...
@ashnasinha2451
Taylor represents Prim as a ghost and she visits District 12, and everything's dead. She's basically singing to Katniss, and the lyrics;
Don't you dare look out your window, darling everything's on fire,
The war outside our door keeps raging on
Hold onto this lullaby even when the music's gone, gone...
This verse talks about the war, the fire that burned the district down, and when Katniss and her father are gone because they were the music in that household. Also, there is a direct reference to the Hunger Games when she picks up the Mockingjay pin.
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They really do have similar vibes and I love it! Oh, how lovely it was to listen to Safe and Sound in my prime😌🎶