Out of the Woods
Anthem Lights Lyrics
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We were lying on your couch i remember
You took a polaroid of us
Then discovered (then discovered)
The rest of the world was black and white
But we were in screaming color
And I remember thinking
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
In the clear yet? Good!
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
In the clear yet good?
Are we out of the woods? Looking at it now
Last december (last december)
We were built to fall apart
Then fall back together (back together)
Your necklace hanging from my neck
The night we couldn't quite forget
When we decided (we decided)
To move the furniture so we could dance
Baby, like we stood a chance
Two paper airplanes flyin', flyin', flyin'
And I remember thinking
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
In the clear yet good?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
In the clear yet? Good!
Are we out of the woods?
Remember when you hit the brakes too soon?
Twenty stitches in the hospital room
When you started cryin', baby, I did, too
But when the sun came up
I was lookin' at you
Remember when we couldn't take the heat
I walked out and said, "I'm settin' you free
"
But the monsters turned out to be just trees
And when the sun came up
You were lookin' at me
You were lookin' at me
You were lookin' at me
I remember, oh, I remember
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
In the clear yet? Good!
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet?
In the clear yet? Good!
The lyrics of Anthem Lights's song "Out of the Woods" depict a nostalgic reflection on a past relationship and the journey of uncertainty and growth that the couple experienced together. The opening lines set the scene of simplicity and a moment frozen in time as the singer recalls lying on a couch with their partner and capturing the colorful essence of their love in a polaroid picture. The contrast between the vividness of their connection and the monochrome world around them symbolizes the intensity and uniqueness of their bond.
As the lyrics continue, the themes of uncertainty and resilience emerge as the couple navigates through challenges and moments of doubt. The repetition of questioning whether they are "out of the woods" or "in the clear" reflects their constant search for reassurance and stability in their relationship. The reference to moving furniture to dance symbolizes their willingness to make unconventional choices and create moments of joy amidst the turmoil, suggesting a desire to defy the odds and make their love work.
The middle section of the song delves into specific memories and trials the couple faced, such as a hospital visit and a heated argument that led to a temporary separation. These incidents serve as obstacles that test the strength of their relationship, but ultimately, they realize that the perceived struggles were just illusions ("the monsters turned out to be just trees"). The sunrise metaphorically represents a new beginning and a fresh perspective, where they find solace and connection in each other's presence.
The chorus repetitions throughout the song serve as a poignant reminder of the couple's journey through uncertainty, challenges, and ultimately finding clarity and peace in their love. The lyrics capture the essence of growth, forgiveness, and understanding that often accompany relationships, emphasizing that despite the trials, they have emerged stronger and more united. The song's reflective and hopeful tone conveys a message of resilience and the ability to overcome obstacles when faced together with love and unwavering commitment.
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Rizki Hidayat
Lyrics
Looking at it now
It all seems so simple
We were lying on your couch
I remember
You took a Polaroid of us
Then discovered (then discovered)
The rest of the world was black and white
But we were in screaming color
And I remember thinking
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet? Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet? In the clear yet, good
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet? Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet? In the clear yet, good
Are we out of the woods
Looking at it now
Last December (last December)
We were built to fall apart
Then fall back together (back together)
Ooh your necklace hanging from my neck
The night we couldn't quite forget
When we decided (we decided) to move the furniture so we could dance
Baby, like we stood a chance
Two paper airplanes flying, flying, flying
And I remember thinking
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet? Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet? In the clear yet, good
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet? Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet? In the clear yet, good
Are we out of the woods?
Remember when you hit the brakes too soon
Twenty stitches in a hospital room
When you started crying baby, I did too
But when the sun came up I was looking at you
Remember when we couldn't take the heat
I walked out, I said, I'm setting you free
But the monsters turned out to be just trees
When the sun came up you were looking at me
You were looking at me
Oh!
You were looking at me
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods? (I remember)
Are we in the clear yet? Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet? Are we in the clear yet? (Oh, I remember)
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet? Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet? In the clear yet, good
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet? Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet? In the clear yet, good
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet? Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet? In the clear yet, good
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods yet?
Are we out of the woods yet? Are we out of the woods?
Are we in the clear yet? Are we in the clear yet?
Are we in the clear yet? In the clear yet, good
linsss2293
This version made me cry.
I am a huge swiftie, and ya'll killed this.
Taylor follows me on tumblr, and I'm going to see if I can get her to see this.
beautyklove
The harmony though! It's awesome! Love this cover! :)
mlreakin
I love how Alan ends the song. Nailed it again, guys
Amelia Noor
And the starting too!! 😍
Richelle
haha, they are all amazing x_x <3
Demi B
@Richelle Richelle Oh my bad, I mixed him up with chad. Sorry!
Richelle
@Demi B Yes, that is his name.
Demi B
Alan?
vellichor.
That guy's high notes are freaking impressive
Ash Thompson
I don't often favor covers over the originals, but this is the exception.