Automatic
Andy Jones Lyrics

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Can you recall
The first time you went out together
In the first days of winter, when the temperatures were falling
And she didn′t need to tell you she was cold?
When you knew the right moment to put your arm around her
You could feel it'd never get old

Could an outsider have predicted you′d still be here now?

After so many winters, it's become automatic somehow

And as you put your arm around her for the ten-thousandth time
Does it feel like that night long ago?
Do you quell the chills of winter, does your heart still catch fire?
And will you feel incomplete if she leaves, and you have to let go?

Is she the same?
Are her hands still cold, even in summer?
Does she remember that evening when you walked beside the river
And you saw your breath in the cold air?
And when she hears you breathe
Beside her, does it help her go to sleep
And does she dream of you when you're not there?

Could an outsider recognise the same spark in her eye?
Or could you be any couple, going through all the motions to get by?

And as you put your arm around her for the ten-thousandth time
Does it feel like that night long ago?
Do you quell the chills of winter, does your heart still catch fire?
And will you feel incomplete if she leaves, and you have to let go?

Could you imagine a life where she′s not by your side?
Is there a chance that you′re taking her for granted?
Is she still her own person, or your future bride?

And as you put your arm around her for the ten-thousandth time
Does it feel like that night long ago?
Do you quell the chills of winter, does your heart still catch fire?

And will you feel incomplete if she leaves, and you have to let go?
If you have to let go...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Andy Jones's song "Automatic" delve into the themes of long-term relationships, the test of time, and the complexities of human connections. The song starts with a question, asking the listener about their memories of the early days of their relationship. Jones speaks about the initial spark that led to the formation of the relationship, the moments when the couple found comfort in each other's warmth during the chilly winter evenings.

The artist then transitions to the present moment, questioning if the couples have lost the spark they once had. He asks if the physical touch of putting their arms around each other still brings the same comfort and warmth, and if the relationship is just going through the motions of everyday life. Jones makes no assumptions and asks the listener to assess their own lives, urging them to discover if they take their partners for granted or if they are still their own person.

The song invites the listener to reflect on their own long-term relationships and assess the changes that occur after many years. The song is not just a mere commentary on the complexity of human relationships but also an invitation to cherish what someone has before it is gone.

Line by Line Meaning

Can you recall
Remember back to a time when you first started dating.

The first time you went out together
Think back to the beginning of your relationship when everything was new.

In the first days of winter, when the temperatures were falling
Think back to a specific time period in your relationship, in this case, the beginning of winter.

And she didn't need to tell you she was cold?
You knew her well enough to anticipate her needs without her having to say anything.

When you knew the right moment to put your arm around her
You were attuned to her emotional needs and could comfort her at the right time.

You could feel it'd never get old
These small moments together never lose their significance or importance.

After so many winters, it's become automatic somehow
As time passed in your relationship, these small moments between you two became second nature.

Does it feel like that night long ago?
Do those early moments together still hold the same significance?

Do you quell the chills of winter, does your heart still catch fire?
Do you still have the same passion and love for each other as you did in the beginning?

And will you feel incomplete if she leaves, and you have to let go?
The thought of not being with her is scary and would leave a void in your life.

Are her hands still cold, even in summer?
Do you still know her needs and tendencies as well as you did in the beginning?

And when she hears you breathe
Do the small things about you still give her comfort and joy?

Beside her, does it help her go to sleep
Do these small acts of sweetness still have the same effect on her as they did early on?

And does she dream of you when you're not there?
Do you still hold a special place in her heart even when you're apart?

Could an outsider recognise the same spark in her eye?
Is the connection between you two still visible to others, or has it faded away?

Or could you be any couple, going through all the motions to get by?
Is your relationship still unique and special, or has it turned into something mundane?

Could you imagine a life where she's not by your side?
The thought of not having her with you is unbearable.

Is there a chance that you're taking her for granted?
Do you still appreciate her and all that she brings to your life?

Is she still her own person, or your future bride?
Is she still the same independent person you fell in love with, or has your relationship changed her?

If you have to let go...
The thought of losing her is devastating.

Writer(s): Mark Goldenberg, Brock Patrick Walsh

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