Winter
Badlands Lyrics

Falling leaves have changed their color
The leaves of the trees have turned from green to yellow, orange, and red signifying that Winter is fast approaching.

Winter's on its way
Winter, the coldest season of the year is imminent, given the visible indications such as falling temperature, visible breath, and snowflakes.

I'm lookin' for the sunny part of town
I am in search of a warmer and brighter place in town where the sun shines and helps to keep me warm, given that Winter's freezing winds are blowing.

And even now
Even when I am searching for a warmer place, I can still feel the cold winds from Winter blowing.

I hear the wicked cold winds call me
I can hear the cold winds of Winter calling out to me, reminding me of its impending arrival and its ability to cause discomfort and sickness.

They say my don't fly away
The cold winds warn me not to leave or escape from the season, as it will continue to be dominant in the coming months.

Drink the
Incomplete line. Unable to provide meaning without further context.

Feel the heat front a fire's blaze
When I stand close to a fire, I can feel the warmth and heat emanating from it, which can be comforting and counteract the cold weather outside.

You take a long walk
During winter, you can take long walks to get some exercise and fresh air, but must prepare by wearing appropriate clothing and footwear.

In those lonely winter days
Winter days can be lonely because people generally prefer to stay indoors due to the extreme weather conditions outside.

You hear her cry cut in the cold
The cold weather can cause things to crack and break, such as tree branches or frozen water, which sounds like a cry in the silence of winter.

Baby, hold me, hold me
In the cold and lonely winter days, I desire to be held and comforted by someone special, be it a friend or a lover.

Winter's cold winds call me
The same line as before. See above.

Gonna leave it all behind
I will soon leave this cold and lonely period of Winter behind me, either through migration to a warmer place or the transition of seasons.

Summer breezes fill my mind
Amidst the harsh realities of Winter, I always look forward to the imagery of Summer, filled with warm and gentle breezes that provide relief and comfort.

Fill my mind, oh yes they do now
Thoughts of the gentler and warmer Summer breezes fill my mind at present, giving me a sense of hope and joy.

(They) Fill my mind,
The line is repeated. Please refer to the previous line for its meaning.

All your love
As the song changes its theme, the meaning of this line remains unclear without further context.

Is what I need from you
The singer expresses their need and desire for love, be it romantic or friendly, from the person they are addressing.

Is gonna keep me warm
The love and affection received from the person addressed in the song will provide comfort and warmth that is comparable to experiencing the warmth of Summer.

Through the winter storm
The person addressed in the song will provide comfort and support to the singer to enable them to see through the challenging and harsh period of Winter.

I give it to you, baby
The singer is expressing their willingness to give their love and affection to the person being addressed.

You give it to me now, mama
The singer is expressing their desire to receive love and affection from the person being addressed, either due to loneliness or the need for emotional support.

Give it to you, baby
The singer repeats the same line, showing consistency in their message and intentions.

All your love
The singer reiterates their need and desire for love, indicating its importance, especially in difficult times.

Oh
A transitional or punctuating sound that conveys emotion or emphasis, but does not add to the meaning of the song.

Is gonna keep me warm, so warm
The love and affection received from the person being addressed will provide warmth and comfort that cannot be found in Winter, a season that is known for its coldness and severeness.

I need it from you now, baby
The singer emphasizes their need and desire for love and affection, and the urgency to receive it now as they find themselves in a difficult situation.

Give it to me now, mama
The singer repeats the same line, indicating their desire to receive love and affection from the person being addressed.

Give it to you now, mama
The singer shifts the context of their message, indicating that they are willing to give their love and affection to the person being addressed.

All your love, all your love
The singer repeats the same line, using it as a refrain to emphasize the recurring theme of their message.