Late
Arthur Beatrice Lyrics
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We were leaning for
The middle of the life
Is one we know no more
We need to know no more
And i am a stone
That you are shaping out
To form a face so proud
For on the inside round
Holding reason
Nothing i can say seems right
Hollow feeling
Hidden any last respite
New weight leaning
You're never gonna get this right
Hand on womb
In white so clean
A national gesture
For the bride in me
Oh for the child beneath
A merge with plaster
In a nursery world
Redeeming the features
As a family fault
Believe the warning call
Holding reason
Nothing i can say seems right
Hollow feeling
Hidden any last respite
New weight leaning
You're never gonna get this right
Holding reason
Nothing i can say seems right
Hollow feeling
Hidden any last respite
New weight leaning
You're never gonna get this right
Although i'd feeling nothing to
Beating every part of you
Oh if i'd known i'd feel such remorse
We'd be trading an outlook for yours
All that i say and what i do
Will never be enough for you
Oh i could be someone adored
Can be draining the red from your pores
Holding reason
Nothing i can say seems right
Hollow feeling
Hidden any last respite
New weight leaning
You're never gonna get this right
Holding reason
Nothing i can say seems right
Hollow feeling
Hidden any last respite
New weight leaning
You're never gonna get this right
The lyrics of "Late" by Arthur Beatrice depict a sense of uncertainty and loss, as well as the desire to be understood and loved. The first verse talks about a life phase that the singer and the listeners are no longer familiar with, hinting at the idea that the past doesn't define us anymore. The second verse speaks of the process of creation, where the singer is likened to a stone being shaped by someone else's hands, which in turn creates a sense of vulnerability and surrender. The bridge illustrates the singer's desire to belong and to be accepted by society, through symbols of a bride in a white dress and a child. The third verse portrays the concept of redemption, where the singer lives in a world that is a mix of old and new, with features that were once considered flawed now redeemed as part of a family tradition.
Throughout the song, the chorus is repeated, emphasizing the singer's feeling of emptiness and the futility of trying to explain themselves to others. The lines "you're never gonna get this right" reflect a sense of defeat, as the singer realizes that no matter how much they try, they won't be able to make themselves understood or appreciated by others. The final verse speaks of remorse, reflecting on the fact that the singer wishes they could have done something differently, but ultimately feels trapped by their past actions.
Overall, "Late" is a song that captures the feeling of being lost, vulnerable, and ultimately misunderstood. The lyrics touch upon themes of self-discovery, vulnerability, and the desire for connection and redemption. The music of the song is melancholic and slow, adding to the overall atmosphere of introspection and contemplation.
Line by Line Meaning
Of all the pieces
Out of all the things we were aiming for
We were leaning for
trying to get to
The middle of the life
The midpoint of our lives
Is one we know no more
We are unsure of where that is or what it means now
We need to know no more
We don't need to worry about it anymore
And i am a stone
I am unfeeling, unchanging
That you are shaping out
You are trying to mold me into something else
Carving up bone
Changing the very fabric of me
To form a face so proud
To make me into something presentable
For on the inside round
But I am still empty on the inside
Holding reason
Trying to grasp at logic
Nothing i can say seems right
But no matter what I say, it doesn't seem to make sense
Hollow feeling
I feel empty inside
Hidden any last respite
I can't find any comfort anywhere
New weight leaning
This new burden is too much to bear
You're never gonna get this right
There is no right answer or solution to this problem
Hand on womb
Holding onto new life
In white so clean
Pure and innocent
A national gesture
A common practice or tradition
For the bride in me
As a representation of me as a bride
Oh for the child beneath
But also for the child I will bear
A merge with plaster
The blending with society's norms
In a nursery world
In a place of growth and innocence
Redeeming the features
Trying to fix flaws in oneself
As a family fault
As a result of my family's tendencies or flaws
Believe the warning call
But recognizing that there is a problem that needs attention
Although i'd feeling nothing to
Even though I feel nothing towards you
Beating every part of you
Despite your attempts to change me
Oh if i'd known i'd feel such remorse
I would have done things differently if I knew I would feel this guilty
We'd be trading an outlook for yours
Instead of having my own perspective, I would just follow yours
All that i say and what i do
Everything I say or do
Will never be enough for you
Will never satisfy your expectations
Oh i could be someone adored
I could be admired by others
Can be draining the red from your pores
But it would come at a great cost to myself
Contributed by Kayla O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Emmanuel Millán
Why these kind of bands have few visits on their videos? They are really pretty good.
Paul Morla
las mejores bandas son las que no se conocen,sus canciones son perfectas,cantan como los ángeles <3
Jesus Martinez
Me encanta esta canción
MM Shawa
I love this band.
AleChowC
I LOVE IT. Love it. It gives me such a nice feeling.
Finn Matthews
Amazing voice. You can sing.
Rexroybal
What a beautiful song! :-)
APHV
MUY BUENA CANCIÓN:)
Михаил Баран
My favourite song from the album
Vevo Polska
<3 sooo beautiful. More please!