Spectrum
09. Florence And The Machine Lyrics
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We were cold and we were clear
With no colors on our skin
We were light and paper-thin
And when we first came here
We were cold and we were clear
With no colors on our skin
'Til you let the spectrum in
Say my name
And every color illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
And when we come for you
We dressed up all in blue
With the ocean in our arms
Kiss your eyes and kiss your palms
And when it's time to pray (better pray to God)
We'll be dressed up all in gray
With metal on our tongues
And silver in our lungs
Say my name
And every color illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
And when we come back we'll be dressed in black
And you'll scream our names aloud
And we won't eat and we won't sleep
We'll drag bodies from the ground
So say my name
And every color illuminates
And we are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
Say my name
We are shining
Say my name
Say my name
And we'll never be afraid again
The lyrics of "Spectrum" by Florence And The Machine portray a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and transformation. The opening verse suggests a sense of coldness and emptiness when they first came to this place, devoid of any emotional attachment, represented by the lack of color on the skin. However, as the song progresses, the singer finds their voice and their color, and this newfound confidence is represented by the 'spectrum,' which has the power to illuminate and shine in every color. The chorus encourages the singer to embrace their identity and shine brightly without any fear.
The second verse represents a sense of rebellion, represented by the dressing in blue and gray, suggesting that the singer is shedding their old self and is ready to embrace the new. The lyric, "better pray to god," suggests that this might not be an easy journey, but they are determined to see it through. The singer reaffirms their newfound identity, saying that they are not afraid as they head into an uncertain future.
The final verse talks about the final transformation, where they will return dressed in black, their power and confidence at its peak, and the world will take notice. They are ready to take on anything, as they will no longer be consumed by fear. The repetition of the phrase, "Say my name" emphasizes the importance of identity and being seen, and the transformation that comes with it.
Overall, "Spectrum" is a song about self-discovery and transformation that encourages the listener to embrace their identity and shine brightly without fear.
Line by Line Meaning
When we first came here
When we first arrived at this place
We were cold and we were clear
We had no warmth and we were void of any distinct personality
With no colors on our skin
We had no emotions or feelings to convey
We were light and paper-thin
We were fragile and superficial
And when we first came here
And at our initial arrival
We were cold and we were clear
We still lacked warmth and kept our distance
With no colors on our skin
We still did not show any emotions or personality
'Till you let the spectrum in
Until you allowed us to show our true colors and personality
Say my name
Address me directly with respect
And every color illuminates
All my true qualities and personalities shine through
We are shining
We are showing our true selves and being our best
And we will never be afraid again
We won't be intimidated or live in fear again
And when we come for you
And when we seek you out
We dressed up all in blue
We dressed up in our best attire and attitude
With the ocean in our arms
We have the power and ability to overcome anything, like the vast ocean
Kiss your eyes and kiss your palms
We show our affection and gratitude with our actions
And when it's time to pray (better pray to god)
And when it's time to face consequences and ask for mercy
We dressed up all in gray
We put on a serious and somber demeanor
With metal on our tongues
We speak with confidence and conviction
And silver in our lungs
We have a pure heart and mind with no deceit
And when we come back we'll be dressed in black
When we return, we'll be serious and unrelenting
And you'll scream our names aloud
You'll be both fearful and respectful of us
And we won't eat and we won't sleep
We'll be focused on our mission and nothing else
We'll drag bodies from the ground
We'll do what it takes to succeed and overcome obstacles
Say my name
Remember who I am and respect me
We are shining
We are being our best selves and radiating confidence
Say my name, And every color illuminates
Address me directly and you'll see my true colors and personalities shine through
And we'll never be afraid again
We'll never be intimidated or held back again
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Florence Leontine Mary Welch, Paul Richard Epworth
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@azizous
Spectrum"
When we first came here
We were cold and we were clear
With no colors in our skin
We were light and paper thin
And when we first came here
we were cold and we were clear
With no colors in our skin
'Til we let the spectrum in
Say my name
And every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
And when we come for you
We'll be dressed up all in blue
With the ocean in our arms
Kiss your eyes and kiss your palms
And when it's time to pray
We'll be dressed up all in grey
With metal on our tongues
And silver in our lungs
Say my name
And every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
And when we come back we'll be dressed in black
And you'll scream my name aloud
And we won't eat and we won't sleep
We'll drag bodies from a ground
So say my name
And every color illuminates
And we are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
We are shining
Say my name
Say my name
And we will never be afraid again
@jef6080
SPECTRUM
When we first came here
We were cold and we were clear
With no colours in our skin
We were light and paper's thin
And when we first came here
We were cold and we were clear
With no colours in our skin
Until we let the spectrum in
Say my name
And every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
And when we come for you
We'll be dressed up all in blue
With the ocean in our arms
Kiss your eyes and kiss your palms
And when it's time to pray
We'll be dressed up all in grey
With metal on our tongues
And silver in our lungs
Say my name
And every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
And when we come back we'll be dressed in black
And you'll scream my name aloud
And we won't eat and we won't sleep
We'll drag bodies from the ground
So say my name
And every colour illuminates
And we are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
Say my name
As every colour illuminates
Say my name
As every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
We are shining
Say my name
Say my name
And we will never be afraid again
@patriciabaiza1456
When we first came here
We were cold and we were clear
With no colors on our skin
We were light and paper thin
And when we first came here
We were cold and we were clear
With no colors on our skin
'Til we let the spectrum in
Say my name
And every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
And when we come for you
We'll be dressed up all in blue
With the ocean in our arms
Kiss your eyes and kiss your palms
And when it's time to pray
We'll be dressed up all in grey
With metal on our tongues
And silver in our lungs
Say my name
And every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
And when we come back we'll be dressed in black
And you'll scream our names aloud
And we won't eat and we won't sleep
We'll drag bodies from the ground
So say my name
And every color illuminates
And we are shining
And we'll never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
As every color illuminates
We are shining
And we will never be afraid again
Say my name
We are shining
Say my name
Say my name
And we will never be afraid again
@yeastyboyx
I've never felt more like a strong independent woman despite being a 23 year old Male.
@merkurii3877
N1
@hishamsmo4770
same lol
@DiggaUndaHipHop
omfg lol
@User-fy6js
HAHAHAHAHAHA TOP
@karen614
This is my favourite comment
@michelmacena3292
Florence is not just a singer: she's a force of the nature.
@hoopthornseaweed
Lmao
@smartchip
Elaborate,
@krishna-dp1hd
smartchip her voice is simply so powerful and her lyrics extremely profound hence she’s a force of the nature