When
According To Simon Lyrics
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Does your heartbeat feel like thunder?
Counting away time.
And are you afraid? Has it gotten underneath your skin?
You just dont know where to begin, or where to draw the line?
Now its quiet, everyone around has gone away,
But youre trying, your doing everything you think you can
But you just dont know when, you will find the line.
I cant find the line.
I cant find the line.
I cant find the line.
I cant find the line.
When youre sleepless, does your mind begin to wander?
Does your heartbeat feel like thunder?
According to Simon's song "When" seems to be a reflective piece about the struggles of dealing with sleeplessness and the swirling thoughts that come with trying to find peace in a restless state. The first verse speaks to the singer's own experience with sleeplessness and how it can be difficult to quiet the mind when everything else is still. The second verse delves deeper into the anxiety that often accompanies sleeplessness, with the singer questioning whether their fears have "gotten underneath [their] skin." The chorus repeats the refrain "I can't find the line" - this could refer to a number of things, but perhaps most likely is that the line in question represents the divide between order and chaos, or between a state of calm and a state of anxiety.
The song's instrumentation is sparse and simple, with just an acoustic guitar, shaker, and occasional harmonica. This serves to emphasize the introspective nature of the song, and really focuses the listener's attention on the lyrics. The vocal melody is haunting and somewhat repetitive, adding to the sense of unease that permeates the song. Overall, "When" is a poignant and relatable song that encapsulates the difficult feeling of being trapped in one's own swirling thoughts.
Line by Line Meaning
When youre sleepless, does your mind begin to wander?
Do you find yourself lost in thought when you're unable to sleep?
Does your heartbeat feel like thunder?
Does your heart beat so hard that it feels like thunder in your chest?
Counting away time.
Do you try to pass the time by counting, to make the sleepless night go by faster?
And are you afraid? Has it gotten underneath your skin?
Are you scared of what's keeping you up at night, to the point where it's affecting you deeply?
You just dont know where to begin, or where to draw the line?
You're unsure of how to solve the problem that's causing your sleeplessness, and where to start in trying to address it?
Now its quiet, everyone around has gone away,
The world around you has gone silent, and you're left alone with your thoughts.
You hoped that someone just might stay, to help you find the line.
You wish there was someone there to offer support and guidance, to help you figure out what to do.
But youre trying, your doing everything you think you can
You're doing your best to handle the situation on your own, using everything you know how to do.
But you just dont know when, you will find the line.
Despite your efforts, you still don't have a clear idea of when or how you'll be able to resolve the issue and find a solution.
I cant find the line.
You're struggling to find the answers you're seeking, and feeling lost and uncertain.
I cant find the line.
Your inability to solve the problem is causing you distress and frustration.
I cant find the line.
You feel like you're at a dead end, and don't know where to turn next.
I cant find the line.
Your struggle with this issue continues, and you're feeling stuck and uncertain.
Contributed by Levi M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Garry Heys
Love this! My old I-pod screen broke years ago when working at a ski resort and ATS were the only band I could play!! Loved it! Shame we can’t find yellow ribbon and their other tracks!
gold mine
this duo is sooooo good. better than any other midwest emo band. do you have albums?
Emo Archive
I don’t unfortunately.
*N♤D♤*
thank you for your beautiful work. 🩷
Realoemo
What year is this from
Emo Archive
I think it's 2004.