Enjoy the Silence
AngeliQuie and The Band Lyrics
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Break the silence
Come crashing in
Into my little world
Painful to me
Pierce right through me
Can't you understand
All I ever wanted
All I ever needed
Is here in my arms
Words are very unnecessary
They can only do harm
Vows are spoken
To be broken
Feelings are intense
Words are trivial
Pleasures remain
So does the pain
Words are meaningless
And forgettable
All I ever wanted
All I ever needed
Is here in my arms
Words are very unnecessary
They can only do harm
The song "Enjoy the Silence" by AngeliQuie and The Band is a beautiful composition, that tries to convey the message that sometimes, silence is preferable to words. The opening lines, "Words like violence, Break the silence, Come crashing in, Into my little world," suggest that too many words can be overwhelming, even painful. The singer seems to prefer a quieter, more contemplative existence.
The lines "All I ever wanted, All I ever needed, Is here in my arms" signify contentment and a sense of completion. It seems like the singer has found peace and happiness, and any words that could be spoken would be meaningless in comparison. The reference to "little girl" suggests innocence and vulnerability, and the pain that comes from too many words suggests that the singer has experienced hurt in the past.
The chorus of the song is its most memorable part, and the dreamy melody adds to its appeal. The lines "Words are very unnecessary, They can only do harm," suggest that sometimes, silence is preferable to talking, especially if it is not an essential or positive contribution. The last verse seems to suggest that people take their vows too lightly, and that feelings are much more intense than words. In the end, it is the memories and feelings that remain, not the words that were spoken.
Line by Line Meaning
Words like violence
The words spoken with harshness are like acts of violence towards my being.
Break the silence
They shatter the peaceful quietness and make a sudden, unpleasant entrance into my world.
Come crashing in
An abrupt and forceful entrance that disrupts everything around me.
Into my little world
Invading my personal bubble, which is my safe space.
Painful to me
The words are hurtful and dreadful to hear, causing me distress.
Pierce right through me
They penetrate deep into my heart, affecting me emotionally.
Can't you understand
Can't you see what the words are doing to me, how they harm me?
Oh my little girl
The artist is referring to their vulnerable, child-like self.
All I ever wanted
The artist desires a simple and meaningful existence, free from harm and pain.
All I ever needed
Everything that is necessary is within my reach, and I don't need much else.
Is here in my arms
The feeling of love and comfort is present and tangible, comforting me.
Words are very unnecessary
Words hold little value and can often cause more harm than good when trying to convey emotions.
They can only do harm
Words can cause pain and create unnecessary disturbance in one's life.
Vows are spoken
Promises are made with words.
To be broken
But they often remain unfulfilled and end up being shattered.
Feelings are intense
Emotions are overpowering and can take control of one's life.
Words are trivial
Words are insignificant in comparison to the intensity of feelings.
Pleasures remain
Enjoyable experiences persist in one's thoughts and memories.
So does the pain
The hurtful experiences and words also remain and cause pain over time.
Words are meaningless
Words lose their significance when they are not backed by actions.
And forgettable
Words that are not important or true are easily forgotten.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Martin Gore
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