Aly & AJ (once known as 78violet) are an American pop duo consisting of si… Read Full Bio ↴Aly & AJ (once known as 78violet) are an American pop duo consisting of sisters Alyson Renae "Aly" Michalka and Amanda Joy "AJ" Michalka. They were born in Torrance, California. They are both actresses, singer-songwriters, guitarists and pianists.

The duo's debut album Into The Rush was released in 2005 and charted at #36 in the US. Holiday album Acoustic Hearts Of Winter followed in 2006 before their second studio album Insomniatic in 2007. In July 2009, the duo announced that they had officially changed their name to 78violet and would be introducing a more mature sound to their music. They released the single and self-produced the music video for Hothouse in 2013.

On December 9, 2015, they announced that they are again Aly & AJ. The EP Ten Years -
EP was released on November 17, 2017. Their follow-up Sanctuary -
EP was released on May 10, 2019.

Tears
Aly & AJ Lyrics

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Big tears fall down like puddles
When something cuts it bleeds
Big storms leave towns in rubbles
Shore just recedes

Take some time to secure
A stream of water to occur
But crying is a way to know

Your tears are how you learn and grow
So better off to let it flow
Stains on cheeks will come to know

Heartaches and hopes for healing
Through the raining of your tears
You'll learn the pain you're feeling (ooh)

Take some time to secure
A stream of water to occur
But crying is a way to know
Your tears are how you learn and grow
So better off to let it flow
Stains on cheeks will come to know

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There may not be more than one of you
Appearing to be by your side
But if the ones you still love are here
You fight against time

And take some time to secure
A stream of water to occur
But crying is a way to know (time)
Your tears are how you learn and grow
So better off to let it flow (time)
Stains on cheeks will come to know

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Overall Meaning

The song "Tears" by Aly & AJ is all about expressing emotions and dealing with pain. The opening lines "Big tears fall down like puddles, when something cuts it bleeds" suggests that the pain is so intense that tears are uncontrollable like puddles of water. The song then goes on to say that while crying isn't a solution to the pain, it does offer some sort of healing. The chorus repeats that crying is a way to learn and grow, and encourages the listener to let their tears flow. It is an acknowledgement that pain and heartbreak is a part of life, but it's better to face the pain head-on than to hold it all in.

The song then moves on to acknowledging the importance of loved ones during tough times. It asserts that even when it feels like there is no one else, if there are still loved ones present, then it's worth fighting for. The ending chorus repeats the importance of crying and letting go of emotions to heal.

Overall, the "Tears" song by Aly & AJ is a poignant reminder that sometimes it's necessary to feel the pain and let it out in order to heal and grow.

Line by Line Meaning

Big tears fall down like puddles
Tears are large and plentiful, falling down like puddles on the ground.

When something cuts it bleeds
When hurt, one will bleed, similar to how a wound will produce blood.

Big storms leave towns in rubbles
Large storms leave towns destroyed and in a state of ruin or rubble.

Shore just recedes
The shoreline retreats when large waves or storms hit an area, slowly eroding the land.

Take some time to secure
Take time to make an effort to secure or protect oneself from potential harm or attack.

A stream of water to occur
Allow oneself to release emotions in a controlled manner to prevent overwhelmed feelings, similar to how a stream of water flows steadily.

But crying is a way to know
Crying can help one understand their emotions better and cope with them in a healthy manner.

Your tears are how you learn and grow
One can learn from the tears they shed and grow as a person by dealing with their emotions in a productive way.

So better off to let it flow
It is best to allow emotions to flow naturally without suppressing them.

Stains on cheeks will come to know
The marks left on one's cheeks from tears are a reminder of the emotions they have experienced and overcome.

Heartaches and hopes for healing
The pain and suffering one experiences can create a desire for healing or recovery.

Through the raining of your tears
Tears can provide a pathway for healing and recovery by allowing someone to express their emotions.

You'll learn the pain you're feeling (ooh)
Acknowledging and dealing with emotional pain can lead to growth and progress.

There may not be more than one of you
While one may feel alone or isolated, there is only one of that person and their experiences are unique.

Appearing to be by your side
Others may appear to be there for someone, but they can never fully understand or experience the emotions that person is feeling.

But if the ones you still love are here
The people someone loves and cares for can offer support and comfort, even if they cannot fully understand.

You fight against time
One copes with emotional challenges, despite the potential pressure one may feel from the limited time they have to overcome it.

Tears tears tears tears tears tears tears
Repeated emphasis on the importance of tears and their healing power.

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