Angel Eyes
Angel Eyes (Layo and Bushwacka Lyrics
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But it's uncomfortably near
My old heart ain't gaining no ground
Because my angel eyes ain't here
Angel eyes, that old devil sent
They glow unbearably bright
Need I say that my love's misspent
So drink up all you people
Order anything you see
Have fun you happy people
The laughs and the jokes on me
Pardon me but I got to run
The fact's uncommonly clear
Got to find who's now number one
And why my angel eyes
Oh, where is my angel eyes
Excuse me while I disappear
The lyrics to Layo and Bushwacka's song "Angel Eyes" are about being haunted by the memory of someone's eyes, specifically someone the singer loves deeply, but who is not with them anymore. The first verse addresses how the singer is trying to convince themselves that love is not around, but they can't get past the fact that their old heart is not healing, and it is all because their angel eyes (the person they love) is not with them. The second verse mentions how the angel eyes of the person the singer loves are an "old devil sent" that glow unbearably bright. The singer admits that their love is misspent with this person, but they can't help how they feel. The chorus, which is very upbeat musically, feels like the singer is almost trying to convince themselves that things are fine, but the lyrics suggest otherwise. The chorus almost reads like a sad joke, as the singer tells everyone to drink up and have fun while acknowledging that they are the one in pain. Finally, the singer admits they have to leave because they need to find out who is now number one, implying that they need to move on from the love that is not reciprocated.
Overall, "Angel Eyes" is a song about unrequited love and the pain that comes with it. The upbeat music contrasts with the sad lyrics, suggesting that there is a desire to hide or downplay the pain of lost love. The repetition of "angel eyes" reinforces the idea that the memory of the person lost is haunting and ever-present.
Line by Line Meaning
I try to think that love's not around
I want to believe that I'm not in love, but I know that I am.
But it's uncomfortably near
However, the feeling of love is making me uncomfortable because I am not in control of it.
My old heart ain't gaining no ground
My heart is not progressing in the direction that I want it to.
Because my angel eyes ain't here
The person I am in love with is not present and that is causing my heart to ache.
Angel eyes, that old devil sent
The person I am in love with is dangerous and I know that, but I cannot help the love I feel for them.
They glow unbearably bright
The love I have for this person is intense and all-consuming.
Need I say that my love's misspent
I know that loving this person is not logical or wise, but I cannot control who I love.
Misspent with angel eyes tonight
Tonight, my heart is consumed with love for this person, even though I know it is not the best decision for me.
So drink up all you people
I am at a bar, surrounded by people who are having a good time.
Order anything you see
People are ordering drinks and enjoying themselves without a care in the world.
Have fun you happy people
I want these people to have a good time, even though I am not feeling the same way.
The laughs and the jokes on me
I am the only one not having a good time, and everyone else seems to be enjoying themselves at my expense.
Pardon me but I got to run
I need to leave this place, it is causing me pain and discomfort.
The fact's uncommonly clear
The reality of my situation is apparent and I cannot ignore it any longer.
Got to find who's now number one
I need to find out who this person is with tonight, as they are not with me.
And why my angel eyes
I need to understand why I am so drawn to this person, even though they are not good for me.
Oh, where is my angel eyes
I am searching for the person I am in love with, despite knowing that it is not the best decision for me.
Excuse me while I disappear
I am leaving now, as I cannot handle the emotions that come with being in love with someone who is dangerous for me.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Earl Brent, Matt Dennis
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