Coxcomb Red
Songs: Ohia Lyrics
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I could taste the fire on your breath
And I wanted in your storm so bad
I could taste the lightning on your breath
I watched you hold the son in your arms while he bled to death
He grew so pale next to you
The world is so pale next to you
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
You said every road is a good road
Between the next road and your last road
Every love is your best love and every love is your last love
And every kiss is a goodbye
And every kiss is a goodbye
I watched you hold the son in your arms while he bled to death
He grew so pale next to you
The world is so pale next to you
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
The song "Coxcomb Red" by Songs: Ohia tells the story of an intense desire to be with someone who is dangerous and unpredictable. The singer is drawn to this person because of their fiery energy and chaotic nature, even though it ultimately leads to tragedy. The first verse describes the desire to be close to someone who exudes heat and power, represented by the taste of fire and lightning on their breath. The second verse references a child who is dying in the arms of this person, who is described as having coxcomb red hair and viper black eyes. Despite the sadness of this scene, the singer is still drawn to the person, unable to resist the pull of their energy.
The third verse contains some wisdom that the person imparts to the singer - every road and every love is worth pursuing, even if it ends in heartbreak. But every kiss is also a goodbye, suggesting that nothing can last forever. The repeated line of "Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black" emphasizes the power and danger of the person, but also their alluring nature. The color red suggests passion and heat, while the viper is a symbol of danger and unpredictability.
Overall, "Coxcomb Red" is a hauntingly beautiful song that tells a story of desire and tragedy. The lyrics are poetic and evocative, painting a vivid picture of a person who is both thrilling and dangerous.
Line by Line Meaning
And I wanted that heat so bad
I desired your passion intensely
I could taste the fire on your breath
Your desire was so strong that it could be felt as a physical sensation
And I wanted in your storm so bad
I craved to be a part of your chaos and turbulence
I could taste the lightning on your breath
Your destructive power was palpable to me
You said every road is a good road
You believed that every journey has its own merit
Between the next road and your last road
You understood life as a continuous journey
Every love is your best love and every love is your last love
You embraced each love with the passion and finality of a last love
And every kiss is a goodbye
You recognized the transience of love and connection
I watched you hold the son in your arms while he bled to death
I witnessed the pain and suffering you experienced firsthand
He grew so pale next to you
The stark contrast between his lifelessness and your vibrancy was striking
The world is so pale next to you
Your sheer presence illuminates everything around you
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
Your appearance embodies both beauty and danger
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
Your hair is a bold symbol of individuality while your eyes hint at a hidden intensity
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
Your appearance is such that it commands attention and respect
Lyrics © SC PUBLISHING DBA SECRETLY CANADIAN PUB.
Written by: Jason Molina
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@nansvdh
And I wanted that heat so bad
I could taste the fire on your breath
And I wanted in your storm so bad
I could taste the lightning on your breath
I watched you hold the son in your arms while he bled to death
He grew so pale next to you
The world is so pale next to you
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
You said every road is a good road
Between the next road and your last road
Every love is your best love and every love is your last love
And every kiss is a goodbye
And every kiss is a goodbye
I watched you hold the son in your arms while he bled to death
He grew so pale next to you
The world is so pale next to you
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
Your hair is coxcomb red your eyes are viper black
@tylerhall1288
"I wanted that heat so bad
I could taste the fire on your breath
And I wanted in your storm so bad
I could taste the lightning on your breath
I watched you hold the sun in your arms while he bled to death
He grew so pale next to you
The world is so pale next to you"
My favorite lyrics of all time
@SimeonSaimopVasilev
There's one fact we can admit. FTWD production has a great freaking music taste.
@lucaconte7812
yes man!!!
@thatonedude8329
true
@andrew.3406
I loved The Music in TWD more...
@jmp814
Love this & Lioness.
@guillermolopeor8816
saimOp. Big facts brotha
@MrBreadcrumbles
The singer jason molina passed away today 3/18/13. He was 39 years old. Found at home. Its a sad sad day. He will be missed.
@eli-mc1yx
:(
@ebp5530
The man who showed me Jason Molina and who loved his music was similarly troubled and passed away at 40 only two years after Jason in similarly tragic circumstances
@CarlHH777
I don't care about FTWD but I'm glad the show introduced more people to an incredible artist. I wish he was still with us...