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Tourist
Axel Flóvent Lyrics
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Folding a picture of us
All that I used to believe in
Is secretly falling apart
We caught the truth and it's hiding inside the silence
Buried with our own thoughts lost in imperfect balance
'Cause it runs out of my hands
And I can't escape it
'Cause I'm running out of time
And it feels like forever
'Cause I know you can feel it
She takes what you give her
But you're running out of time
You've gone a long way to see it
Maybe the distance did help
Taking a walk through the forest
Running towards the light
You won't ever believe that it's secretly falling
And colors won't ever die, we just can't ignore it
Maybe you'll find it
Cause it runs out of my hands
And I can't escape it
'Cause I'm running out of time, time, time
And it feels like forever
'Cause I know you can feel it
She takes what you give her
And maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
And maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
The lyrics of Axel Flovent's song Tourist are filled with imagery and metaphors that explore the theme of loss and the search for meaning. The opening lines describe the act of turning off lights and folding a picture of the singer and someone they used to believe in. These moments are symbolic of a disconnect between the singer and their former belief system, which is now "secretly falling apart." The next lines "We caught the truth and it's hiding inside the silence, buried with our own thoughts lost in imperfect balance" suggest that the truth is something that is difficult to grasp and understand. It's something that is concealed in silence and stuck in a state of imperfection.
The chorus describes the feeling of being powerless and losing control over a situation. The singer expresses a sense of urgency and desperation as something they cherish and want to hold onto runs out of their hands. They feel like they're running out of time as they can't escape a feeling that has taken hold of them. The line "She takes what you give her" is perhaps the most intriguing one in the chorus as it suggests a female presence that has a significant impact on the singer's life.
The verses that follow describe a journey towards self-discovery - a journey that is often difficult and filled with obstacles. The singer takes a walk through the forest and runs towards the light, suggesting a quest for enlightenment or illumination. The lines "You won't ever believe that it's secretly falling, and colors won't ever die, we just can't ignore it" suggest that despite the losses, there are still moments of beauty and hope that need to be acknowledged and cherished.
Overall, Tourist is a poignant and introspective song about loss, the search for meaning, and the desire to hold onto something that is slipping away. Flovent's use of imagery and metaphors is powerful and resonate, creating a vivid and emotional landscape.
Line by Line Meaning
Turning off lights as promised
I am fulfilling my promise to signify the end of this chapter by turning off the lights.
Folding a picture of us
I am preserving the memory of our relationship by carefully folding a photograph of us.
All that I used to believe in
Is secretly falling apart
Everything I believed in and took for granted is beginning to crumble, but I am keeping it to myself.
We caught the truth and it's hiding inside the silence
Buried with our own thoughts lost in imperfect balance
Although we know the truth, we are unable to talk about it and are struggling with our own silent thoughts and unsteady emotions.
But maybe you'll find it
'Cause it runs out of my hands
And I can't escape it
'Cause I'm running out of time
And it feels like forever
'Cause I know you can feel it
She takes what you give her
But you're running out of time
Perhaps you will discover the truth that I am unable to confront, because it is slipping away from me and time is running out. It is an overwhelming feeling that you can relate to, and I fear that you too might run out of time to uncover it.
You've gone a long way to see it
Maybe the distance did help
Taking a walk through the forest
Running towards the light
After a long period of being apart, perhaps the distance between us has given you a clearer perspective, as you walk among the trees looking for a way out of the darkness.
You won't ever believe that it's secretly falling
And colors won't ever die, we just can't ignore it
You may never realize that everything we had is falling apart in secret, but the memories will always be vivid and alive, and we cannot pretend they don't exist.
Maybe you'll find it
Cause it runs out of my hands
And I can't escape it
'Cause I'm running out of time, time, time
And it feels like forever
'Cause I know you can feel it
She takes what you give her
And maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
And maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
The hope remains that perhaps you will find the elusive truth that I cannot face, as it slowly slips away from me, and time is running out. It feels like forever, but you also sense it, and perhaps you will be the one to uncover it, even though it may be too late. The possibility of finding it remains alive.
Writer(s): Axel Dadason
Contributed by Alex V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
May Thet Kine
Turning off lights as promised
Folding a picture of us
All that I used to believe in
Is secretly falling apart
We caught the truth and it's hiding inside the silence
Buried with our own thoughts lost in imperfect balance
But maybe you'll find it
'Cause it runs out of my hands
And I can't escape it
'Cause I'm running out of time
And it feels like forever
'Cause I know you can feel it
She takes what you give her
But you're running out of time
You've gone a long way to see it
Maybe the distance did help
Taking a walk through the forest
Running towards the light
You won't ever believe that it's secretly falling
And colors won't ever die, we just can't ignore it
Maybe you'll find it
Cause it runs out of my hands
And I can't escape it
'Cause I'm running out of time, time, time
And it feels like forever
'Cause I know you can feel it
She takes what you give her
And maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
And maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
Eventide 🔮
I fell asleep listening to a playlist, woke up to this playing as an ad around 2am, it was an absolutely ethereal experience and I immediately added it to my favorites
Dav ide
I really, really love it, it's like Forest fires, you deserve more views.
I love this verse, "We caught the truth and it's hiding inside the silence", well done Axel!
Patrick Dias
Meu Deus, como eu amo essa música! Ela me marcou de uma forma tão profunda durante a quarentena e entrou facilmente pra playlist de músicas da minha vida toda!
May Thet Kine
Turning off lights as promised
Folding a picture of us
All that I used to believe in
Is secretly falling apart
We caught the truth and it's hiding inside the silence
Buried with our own thoughts lost in imperfect balance
But maybe you'll find it
'Cause it runs out of my hands
And I can't escape it
'Cause I'm running out of time
And it feels like forever
'Cause I know you can feel it
She takes what you give her
But you're running out of time
You've gone a long way to see it
Maybe the distance did help
Taking a walk through the forest
Running towards the light
You won't ever believe that it's secretly falling
And colors won't ever die, we just can't ignore it
Maybe you'll find it
Cause it runs out of my hands
And I can't escape it
'Cause I'm running out of time, time, time
And it feels like forever
'Cause I know you can feel it
She takes what you give her
And maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
And maybe you'll find it
Maybe you'll find it
Dua Khan
I wasn't ready for this, Axel. I had MAJOR goosebumps as soon as it started. You always create masterpieces 🖤
Elena
Finally, a beautiful song not discovered by kpop stans.
This song helped me through a tough period in my life, and still helps me. A masterpiece...
K K
Just want to let you know that kpop fans do enjoy this song as well) It's an actual masterpiece
Michael Corona
I just recently discovered your music and I just wanted to say that I love how your sound has evolved through the years. You have so much talent and I'm so glad I found your music, keep on creating beautiful art ☺️
Şevval Alpaslan
I love this song 😍😍
Abby Snyder
this is my first time hearing this song and im absolutely in love with it