One Step Closer
Asia (Rock) Lyrics
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Crowded rooms, the iron bars that surround me
Trying hard to catch your eye
Just once, did you see
Knowing from this moment, if you did, we could be...
One step closer
Closer than we are
Much closer than before
So many lines, you heard them all
A lie in every one
From men who never understand your personality
And though we've never even met
No talking needs to be done
The hum of conversation will dissolve you into me
One step closer
Closer than we were
One step closer
Much closer than before
One step closer
Much closer than we were
One step closer
It's closer than before
The lyrics of Asia's song One Step Closer describe the singer's feeling of loneliness and yearning for connection with someone they have not yet met. The singer refers to loneliness as a familiar companion, and describes feeling trapped in crowded rooms, surrounded by people but still feeling isolated. The singer is drawn to a certain person they have not yet had the opportunity to speak to, but is desperately trying to catch their attention, believing that just one moment of connection could lead to a closer relationship.
The singer suggests that they have been deceived by men who do not understand their personality, and yet they feel an intense connection to this unknown person, even without having spoken to them. The lyrics suggest that conversation could dissolve the singer into this person, creating a sense of oneness and closeness. The chorus repeats the phrase "one step closer," emphasizing the singer's desire to move towards a deeper connection with this person, despite the obstacles in their way.
Overall, the lyrics of Asia's song One Step Closer convey a sense of longing and hopefulness, as the singer yearns for a deeper connection with someone they believe could be the missing piece of their life.
Line by Line Meaning
Loneliness, a constant friend and lover I know well
I am very familiar with loneliness and it has become a constant companion in my life, almost like a friend or lover.
Crowded rooms, the iron bars that surround me
Even in crowded rooms or social situations, I still feel trapped and caged in by my own feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Trying hard to catch your eye
I am making an effort to get your attention and be noticed by you.
Just once, did you see
If only you would look at me once, it could change everything between us.
Knowing from this moment, if you did, we could be...
I am aware that if you were to notice me, it could potentially lead to a deeper relationship between us.
One step closer
By catching your eye, we would be one step closer to possibly starting a relationship.
Closer than we are
Our current relationship or lack thereof would be closer and more intimate if you were to notice me.
So many lines, you heard them all
You have likely heard many empty promises and lies from other men in the past, making it harder for me to stand out.
A lie in every one
Other men have likely deceived you with insincere words and promises.
From men who never understand your personality
These other men failed to truly understand or appreciate your unique personality.
And though we've never even met
Despite not having met before, I still feel a connection or attraction to you.
No talking needs to be done
We don't need to speak to feel a connection or understanding between us.
The hum of conversation will dissolve you into me
Just the sound of our conversation could bring us closer together and make you feel more connected to me.
Much closer than we were
If you were to give me a chance, we would be much closer than we currently are.
It's closer than before
Our relationship would be closer and more intimate if you were to notice me.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN KENNETH WETTON, STEVE JAMES HOWE
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