Tears and Rain
詹姆仕布朗特 James Blunt Lyrics
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Shed the clothes that become my skin,
See the liar that burns within my needing.
How I wish I'd chosen darkness from cold.
How I wish I had screamed out loud,
Instead I've found no meaning.
I guess it's time I run far, far away; find comfort in pain,
Hides my true shape, like Dorian Gray.
I've heard what they say, but I'm not here for trouble.
It's more than just words, it's just tears and rain.
How I wish I could walk through the doors of my mind,
Hold memory close at hand,
Help me understand the years.
How I wish I could choose between Heaven and Hell.
How I wish I would save my soul.
I'm so cold from fear.
I guess it's time I run far, far away; find comfort in pain,
All pleasure's the same, it just keeps me from trouble.
Hides my true shape, like Dorian Gray.
I've heard what they say, but I'm not here for trouble.
Far, far away, find comfort in pain.
All pleasure's the same, it just keeps me from trouble.
It's more than just words: it's just tears and rain...
The opening lines to James Blunt's "Tears and Rain" express a desire to escape one's own skin, to shed the clothes that become our identity, and to see the truth that lies beneath the surface. The lyrics are introspective and take a look within oneself. The singer seems to be tormented by his own thoughts and wishes that he had chosen darkness instead of light, screaming instead of staying quiet, and finding meaning instead of being lost. The idea of seeking comfort in pain is repeated throughout the song, implying that the singer is not necessarily seeking happiness, but rather a release from his own troubles.
The reference to Dorian Gray is interesting, as it connects both the idea of hiding one's true self and the fear of aging and mortality, which seems to be another theme prevalent in the song. In the second verse, the singer expresses a longing to understand the years and to be able to choose between Heaven and Hell, perhaps suggesting a desire for a greater sense of purpose or meaning in life.
Overall, "Tears and Rain" is a reflective and introspective song about the struggles of the human condition, and the ways in which we cope with pain and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
How I wish I could surrender my soul
I wish I could let go of my true self and become someone else.
Shed the clothes that become my skin
Get rid of everything that defines who I am, and start anew.
See the liar that burns within my needing
Face the deceitful part of my mind that fuels my desires.
How I wish I'd chosen darkness from cold
I wish I had chosen to be emotionally withdrawn instead of wearing my heart on my sleeve.
How I wish I had screamed out loud
I regret not speaking up and expressing myself earlier.
Instead I've found no meaning
I have no purpose or direction in my life.
I guess it's time I run far, far away; find comfort in pain
I need to distance myself from my current situation and find solace in my emotional turmoil.
All pleasure's the same, it just keeps me from trouble
Indulging in pleasure provides temporary relief from my problems, but doesn't solve them in the long run.
Hides my true shape, like Dorian Gray
Luxurious living only masks the ugliness of my sinful life, and keeps me from confronting the truth.
I've heard what they say, but I'm not here for trouble
I know what others think of me, but I'm not looking for more problems to come my way.
It's more than just words, it's just tears and rain
The sadness and regret I feel go beyond mere words, and are represented by my tears and the rain outside.
How I wish I could walk through the doors of my mind
I wish I could analyze and understand my own thoughts and feelings more thoroughly.
Hold memory close at hand
Keep my past experiences in mind, and use them as lessons for the present.
Help me understand the years
Enable me to make sense of the significant events and changes in my life over time.
How I wish I could choose between Heaven and Hell
I wish I had the power to decide whether my future will be filled with happiness or torment.
How I wish I would save my soul
I want to redeem myself and avoid the negative consequences of my past actions.
I'm so cold from fear
I am consumed by anxiety and apprehension, and it leaves me feeling empty and emotionless.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG Rights Management
Written by: JAMES BLOUNT, GUY CHAMBERS
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