The Push
Astra Heights Lyrics
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By and by we seem to get along fine
But i've seen the beast in your eyes,
The one always up for a fight
Oh no, you say you don't do drama no more....
But I could never believe the credibility of the source
To me you're stripes are painted deep inside
Oh don't try to deny
Cause you know that i know, that's right
That you're wasting my time, arguing that you want nothing but the simplest of lives
I know you want it harder, you always want it complex
I know you need it hard hard hard...
I've been dating around, now you see me wondering back
I can feel it, the scratch, the pull, the push
I know you want it harder, you always want it complex
I know you need it hard hard hard...
You know i want it harder, you know I want it complex
You know I need it harder, you know i need it complex
The lyrics to Astra Heights's song "The Push" explore the complexities of a relationship, where one person is constantly pushing for more excitement and intensity while the other is content with a simpler life. The first verse sets the scene of a seemingly fine relationship, but with the singer recognizing that there is a beast lurking just beneath the surface in their partner's eyes. The partner claims to have moved on from drama, but the singer sees their stripes painted deep inside, suggesting that they are always ready for a fight.
The chorus then delves into the heart of the matter, with the singer acknowledging that their partner always wants things to be harder and more complex. Despite their partner's claims for a simpler life, the singer does not believe them and knows they are wasting their time arguing otherwise. In fact, the singer knows that their partner wants it harder and can't deny it, even as they continue to push away from complexity.
The final verse reveals that the singer has been dating around, but is drawn back to their partner because they know that they both want it harder and more complex. The scratch, pull, and push of their relationship is irresistible to the singer, even if it means a tumultuous and challenging path ahead.
Overall, the lyrics to "The Push" suggest that there are inherent contradictions in relationships, where people may claim to want simplicity and peace, but deep down crave the excitement and intensity of something more complex.
Line by Line Meaning
By and by we seem to get along fine
As time passes, we appear to be getting along well.
But i've seen the beast in your eyes,
However, I have noticed the intense and aggressive side of you just by observing your eyes.
The one always up for a fight
This intense and aggressive side of you is always ready for a challenge or conflict.
Oh no, you say you don't do drama no more....
You claim that you are done with unnecessary and unproductive conflicts.
But I could never believe the credibility of the source
However, I find it hard to believe that this statement is coming from a trustworthy source.
To me you're stripes are painted deep inside
In my opinion, your temperament and disposition are innate and deeply ingrained in your character.
You like it hard don't try to deny
You have a preference for a more challenging and complex scenario, and you should not try to conceal or reject it.
Oh don't try to deny
It is futile to deny or hide your preference for a more challenging situation.
Cause you know that i know, that's right
You are aware that I have knowledge and awareness of your preference for difficulty and complexity.
That you're wasting my time, arguing that you want nothing but the simplest of lives
You are wasting my time and energy by trying to convince me that you want a simple and uncomplicated life, which contradicts your true preference for a challenging and complex life.
I know you want it harder, you always want it complex
I am aware that you always desire a more challenging and complex situation.
I've been dating around, now you see me wondering back
I have been seeing other people, but now I am returning to you.
I can feel it, the scratch, the pull, the push
I am experiencing a combination of attraction, tension, and conflict in our relationship.
You know i want it harder, you know I want it complex
You are aware that I also desire a more challenging and complex situation.
You know I need it harder, you know i need it complex
You understand that a more challenging and complex situation is necessary for my satisfaction and fulfillment.
Contributed by Avery H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ricardosousa4785
amazing song
@whohasnine7853
Great pop song. I can't get it out of my head.
@frankenstein3000
Great collaboration guys with the one and only Daniel Ash, whose voice sounds great with your sound.
@DiscGolfAlej
This is literally a gem. Thank you for this song!
@BreanneSpeer
Hot. Love it. You guys look great. This video also reinforces my strong belief that station wagons make everything better.
@nickuyedtju6426
Hey those are my uncles love the video
@bodyelectric34
dig this song!
@mattokc
I kept waiting for Kylie Minogue to start singing, "I just can't get you out of my head..."
@BernardYin
The Push was just released on iTunes as part of a compilation of Daniel Ash collaborations titled: Freedom I Love. Link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/freedom-i-love/id1187278031