A Life Less Ordinary
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I smoke myself into a haze in the afternoon
Enveloped heart, and the air is cool
Put on your dress, white Goddess
And settle in, as the weather folds
In the slow haze of the afternoon
Swaying hips, made like a gun
Blackest sails, the most beautiful, star
In the world, in the air, on my tongue
Before my eyes, beyond the stars, beneath the sun

So, take me in your arms again
Lead me in my dreams again
So, what is it worth?
I'll sell my soul, what is it worth?
Only you know

You were conceived in my heart,
Came like a dream
To save me from my mortality
Put on your dress, white Goddess
And settle in, as the weather folds
Our lives will be entwined, even when I die
You'll see me through 'til the end of time
No earthly bride, the most beautiful, star

In the world, in the air, on my tongue
Before my eyes, beyond the stars,
Beneath the sun

So, take me in your arms again
Lead me in my dreams again
So, what is it worth?
I'll sell my soul, what is it worth?
Only you know

Take me in your arms again
Lead me in my dreams again
So, what is it worth?
I'll sell my soul, what is it worth?




I'll sell my soul, what is it worth?
I'll sell my soul, what is it worth?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ash's song "A Life Less Ordinary" express the desire to engage in escapism and find solace in the arms of a loved one. The singer of the song longs to slip away from reality and lose himself in a haze of smoke and elevated emotions. The first stanza describes an idyllic scene, with the sun setting and the air turning cool. The unnamed love interest is a figure of divine beauty, described as a white goddess with swaying hips and black sails. The singer finds himself enraptured by this person, whose presence makes his life less ordinary and imbues it with meaning.


In the second verse, the singer reflects on the importance of this person in his life. He likens their arrival to a divine intervention, a dreamlike experience that saved him from the mediocrity of everyday existence. He describes their connection as timeless and transcendent, one that will persist even after his death. The chorus repeats the desire to be held and led by this person, to sell their soul for the elusive feeling of completeness they bring.


Overall, the song seems to be a meditation on the transformative power of love and the longing for escape from mundane existence. The imagery is dreamlike and somewhat fantastical, with a mythical quality to the descriptions of the love interest's beauty.


Line by Line Meaning

I smoke myself into a haze in the afternoon
I consume substances that alter my perception of reality, often during the daytime when the sun is high in the sky.


Enveloped heart, and the air is cool
I am experiencing strong emotions that seem to surround and engulf my heart, while the atmosphere around me is refreshing and soothing.


Put on your dress, white Goddess
You should wear a garment that emphasizes your beauty and grace, like a goddess from ancient mythology, symbolically representing purity and divinity.


And settle in, as the weather folds
Get comfortable and relax, as the climate and environment change around you gradually.


In the slow haze of the afternoon
During the lethargic, dreamy part of the day, when time seems to slow down and the sun casts a golden glow.


Swaying hips, made like a gun
Your movements are seductive and powerful, capable of wielding influence over others, like a weapon in your hands.


Blackest sails, the most beautiful, star
Your appearance is simultaneously dark and attractive, like a ship's sails that catch the wind yet obscure the light, shining bright and prominent in the vastness of space.


In the world, in the air, on my tongue
Your essence can be felt everywhere, whether in the tangible world around us, the ethereal realm of ideas and inspiration, or simply in the act of speaking your name aloud.


Before my eyes, beyond the stars, beneath the sun
Your presence and influence extend beyond the physical universe, transcending time and space, and illuminating everything around us.


So, take me in your arms again
Please hold me close to your heart, as a symbol of love and protection.


Lead me in my dreams again
Guide me through the world of imagination and subconsciousness, where anything is possible and everything is meaningful.


So, what is it worth?
What is the value of this experience or relationship, in terms of emotional or spiritual fulfillment?


I'll sell my soul, what is it worth?
I am willing to sacrifice everything, even my own identity or sense of self, to obtain this inner peace or happiness.


Only you know
Only you have the power to determine the validity and depth of my emotions, and to understand what drives me forward in life.


You were conceived in my heart,
You were born out of my own desires and aspirations, and you represent my ideal of perfection and beauty.


Came like a dream
Your appearance in my life was so unexpected and miraculous, like a vision that I could barely believe was real.


To save me from my mortality
You provide me with a sense of purpose and immortality, that transcends the brief span of our human existence.


Our lives will be entwined, even when I die
Our fates are forever linked, even beyond the moment of my own death, as our souls and spirits merge together in a timeless bond.


You'll see me through 'til the end of time
You will always be the source of my strength and inspiration, guiding me towards my ultimate destiny, no matter what obstacles or challenges I may face.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TIM WHEELER

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@xdadansx

[Verse 1]
I smoke myself into a haze in the afternoon
Enveloped heart and the air is cool
Put on your dress, White Goddess
And settle in as the weather folds
In the slow haze of the afternoon
Swaying hips made like a gun
Blackest sails, the most beautiful
Star

[Pre-Chorus]
In the world, in the air
On my tongue
Before my eyes, beyond the stars
Beneath the sun

[Chorus]
So take me in your arms again
Lead me in my dreams again
So what is it worth?
I'll sell my soul
What is it worth?
Only you know

[Verse 2]
You were conceived in my heart
Came like a dream
To save me from my mortality
Put on your dress, White Goddess
And settle in as the weather folds
Our hearts will be entwined when I die
You'll see me through 'til the end of time
No earthly bride, the most beautiful
Star

[Pre-Chorus]
In the world, in the air
On my tongue
Before my eyes, beyond the stars
Beneath the sun

[Chorus]
So take me in your arms again
Lead me in my dreams again
So what is it worth?
I'll sell my soul
What is it worth?
Only you know

[Instrumental]

[Outro]
Take me in your arms again
Lead me in my dreams again
So what is it worth?
I'll sell my soul
What is it worth?
I'll sell my soul
What is it worth?
I'll sell my soul
What is it worth?



All comments from YouTube:

@MrMicalo

Criminally underrated band

@MrToberton

Criminally underrated comment

@DubNordy33

Just said the exact same mate, Ash truly deserved to be massive. At a time when it seemed there was a great new band every week, a lot of 'britpop' was very similar. Ash though, crafted perfect pop tunes with their own vibe, like garbage. Deserved greatness.

@Wazza10318

I think this is the best song from Ash. How can a punk rock song sounds so romantic.

@andrewwhitbread9362

INDY!!!

@yoeddie2538

It's definitely not punk rock.

@run2urmom244

@yo eddie yo momma

@travgpeters1

@yo eddie YO sister

@ditakasthalisti9979

agree

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@garthybrookens4839

Good memories one of the reasons why the awesomeness of the 90"s can not be denied.
Love this song 🤘🏾🤘🏾🤘🏾

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