Passion
Band of Gringos Lyrics
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Passion, you give to me
Your gonna find out in time
im not what I seem
please be kind, ol' Father Time,
her poor heart ticks for me.
Yeah, Yeah, Yeah,
Your desire is made, by the promises I've broken.
collect yourself, please no more self loathing
gates are shut, now this time forever
if she knocks, you know I will not answer,
cuz ill be,
gone,
gone, today
gone,
gone
The lyrics of "Passion" by Band of Gringos explore the theme of passion and the consequences it can have on a relationship. In the first two lines, "Passion, to be / Passion, you give to me," the singer acknowledges the existence of passion and its impact on their life.
The following lines, "Your gonna find out in time / I'm not what I seem / please be kind, ol' Father Time, / her poor heart ticks for me," reveal a sense of apprehension and a hidden truth within the singer. They imply that the person they are involved with will eventually realize that they aren't who they appear to be. The plea for kindness suggests that the singer recognizes the potential harm they may cause and hopes for understanding.
The repetition of "Hey, Hey, Hey, Hey, / Yeah, Yeah, Yeah," adds a sense of urgency and perhaps frustration to the lyrics. It could also symbolize the conflicting emotions the singer is experiencing, wanting to embrace passion while being aware of the potential consequences.
The next verse begins with the line, "Your desire is made, by the promises I've broken," indicating that the other person's attraction and passion for the singer have been influenced by past broken promises. This suggests that the singer may have a pattern of not being able to fulfill their partner's expectations, leading to self-loathing on their part.
The lyrics continue, "collect yourself, please no more self-loathing / gates are shut, now this time forever / if she knocks, you know I will not answer, / cuz I'll be, gone." Here, the singer urges the other person to stop blaming themselves and to move on from the situation. The mention of "gates are shut" implies that a final decision has been made to end the relationship, with the singer expressing their intent to sever all ties. They emphasize that even if the other person tries to reconnect, they will not respond because they will be gone.
Overall, the lyrics of "Passion" by Band of Gringos depict a conflicted individual who recognizes the passion they inspire in others but is aware of their own limitations and past mistakes. This song explores the consequences of passion and the decision to walk away from a relationship, emphasizing the pain and self-reflection that can come with such a decision.
Line by Line Meaning
Passion, to be
The intense and strong emotions that exist in a relationship and are experienced by both individuals involved.
Passion, you give to me
The other person in the relationship is the source of the intense emotions and feelings of passion.
Your gonna find out in time
Eventually, you will discover and understand the truth about me and my true nature.
im not what I seem
I may appear one way on the surface, but I am actually different and more complex beneath the surface.
please be kind, ol' Father Time
I request for time to be merciful and understanding, as it plays a role in revealing the truth.
her poor heart ticks for me
Her heart beats with affection and love for me, despite the potential difficulties in our relationship.
Hey, Hey, Hey, Hey
An expression of excitement or anticipation.
Yeah, Yeah, Yeah
An expression of agreement or affirmation.
Your desire is made, by the promises I've broken
The intensity of your longing and longing for me is a result of the vows and commitments I have failed to fulfill.
collect yourself, please no more self-loathing
Take control of your emotions and stop blaming yourself for the failures in our relationship.
gates are shut, now this time forever
The opportunity for reconciliation or rekindling of the relationship is permanently closed.
if she knocks, you know I will not answer
Even if she tries to reach out or seek forgiveness, I will purposely ignore her attempts and not respond.
cuz ill be
Because I will have already moved on and left the relationship behind.
gone
I will be absent or no longer present in the relationship.
gone, today
I will be gone starting from today and onwards.
gone
I will be absent or no longer present in the relationship.
gone
I will be absent or no longer present in the relationship.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: China Burton, Nicholas Bailey, Simon Slater
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