Emma Foster and Paul Holliman met in 2012 while studying in London and formed Arctic Lake in 2014 through a shared desire to create music. Arctic Lake's sound has been described as "delectably dreamy alt-pop", and Mundane Mag noted their "ability to channel tightly-wound emotions and turn them into breathtaking, electromagnetic anthems"
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Limits
Arctic Lake Lyrics
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I might be staying for some time
I'll apologize for being in your way
Just can't move away from it all
'Cause it's got some hold on me
Lifting my-myself from this street life
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
Don't take, don't move me from it all
Can't stop seeing all I saw
Further in I'll go, feel the water around my bones
But I can't escape if I'll have to fall
'Cause it's got some hold on me
Lifting my-myself from this street life
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
And I no longer wanna be
Bound by limits
That were never set by me
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
Ooh ooh
Ooh ooh
Don't mind me, waiting for the tide
I might be staying quite some time
Because it's got some hold on me
Lifting my-myself from this street life
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
And I no longer wanna be
Bound by limits
That were never set by me
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
Come take me, remove it from it all
But I can't stop seeing what I saw
The song "Limits" by Arctic Lake is a beautiful and introspective reflection on feeling stuck in a routine and longing to break free from the constraints that hold us back. The opening verse sets the tone for the rest of the song as the singer describes themselves as waiting for the tide and feeling unable to move away from the situation. They apologize for being in the way, but acknowledge that they can't seem to escape the hold that the routine has on them.
Throughout the song, the singer repeats the phrase "I'm stuck in a routine" as a way of communicating their frustration and desire for change. They explain that they're afraid to fall, but also that they can't stop seeing what they've seen. The limitation here is not just something external, but something within themselves that they need to overcome.
The chorus is the emotional climax of the song, with the singer declaring that they no longer want to be bound by limits that were never set by them. The repetition of the phrase "bound by limits" underscores the feeling of being trapped, while the line "that were never set by me" highlights the idea that the limitations they face may be societal or self-imposed.
Overall, "Limits" is a poignant and relatable commentary on the struggle to break free from limiting beliefs and systems. It's a song that encourages us to examine the limitations we face, whether they come from within ourselves or from outside forces, and to strive for greater freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't mind me, waiting for the tide
I am idly waiting for the right opportunity and timing to move forward.
I might be staying for some time
I acknowledge that my current state of being might persist for an extended duration.
I'll apologize for being in your way
I feel guilty for causing inconvenience to others due to my predicament.
Just can't move away from it all
I am unable to distance myself from the situation that has taken hold of me.
'Cause it's got some hold on me
I acknowledge the fact that I am being controlled and influenced by an external force.
Lifting my-myself from this street life
I am trying to break the hold of the mundane, pedestrian life that I have been living.
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
I am trapped in a repetitive cycle of behavior that I can't seem to break out of.
Don't take, don't move me from it all
I reject the possibility of being separated from my present circumstances.
Can't stop seeing all I saw
The memories of my past actions and experiences continue to haunt me.
Further in I'll go, feel the water around my bones
I am willing to go deeper into the unknown and experience the risk and danger that comes with it.
But I can't escape if I'll have to fall
I am willing to take the risk of falling into a bad situation, but I am aware that it may not end well for me.
And I no longer wanna be
I have reached a point where I want to make changes to my life and be free of my current circumstances.
Bound by limits
I want to be free of the constraints that have been placed upon me.
That were never set by me
I acknowledge that the limits I feel trapped by were not of my own creation.
Come take me, remove it from it all
I am requesting assistance to remove myself from my current situation and start anew.
But I can't stop seeing what I saw
Even if I leave my current situation, my past experiences and actions will continue to affect me and be with me.
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Don't mind me, waiting for the tide
I might be staying for some time
I'll apologize for being in your way
Just can't move away from it all
'Cause it's got some hold on me
Lifting my-myself from this spirit life
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
Don't take, don't move me from it all
Can't stop seeing all I saw
Further in I'll go, feel the water around my bones
But I can't escape if I'll have to fall
'Cause it's got some hold on me
Lifting my-myself from this spirit life
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
And I no longer wanna be
Bound by LIMITS
That were never set by me
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
Ooh ooh
Ooh ooh
Don't mind me, waiting for the tide
I might be staying quite some time
'Cause it's got some hold on me
Lifting my-myself from this spirit life
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
And I no longer wanna be
Bound by LIMITS
That were never set by me
I'm stuck in a routine, routine
Come take me, remove it from it all
But I can't stop seeing what I saw
@donstoni_am5364
I seriously don't know why people don't know you guys and I'm from Nigeria...your music gives me life.please don't stop
@DentShino
Found on Spotify and this totally deserves some views
@florencewilkie8893
Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful
@AnishDangolyestheweirdone
"I'm sorry for not being enough to love you" this song takes you to next level for this stanza. But I still love you.
@CHDunham123
Why have I only just heard of this group????dayum!!!
@frankfernandez8478
Absolute master class, a place in heaven awaits this very talented lady.
@arcticlake5281
💙💙💙
@srogbog1
Just a beautiful, beautiful song.
Moves the heart ❤️
And what a voice 😊
Thank you for this.
@camcamcamxxx
i'm not crying you're crying
@maryyaaannnn
i heard this song so long ago and i lost it and ive been looking for it for almost two years now. cant believe im here again:)