Oblivion
Bastille(Vampire diaries) Lyrics
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With your head
Upon my shoulder
When you're in my arms
But you've gone somewhere deeper
Are you going to age with grace?
Are you going to age without mistakes
Or only to wake and hide your face
Well, oh, oblivion
Is calling out your name
You always take it further
Than I ever can
When you play it harder
And I try to follow you there
It's not about control
But I turn back when I see where you go
Are you going to age with grace?
Are you going to leave a path to trace?
But, oblivion
Is calling out your name
You always take it further
Than I ever can
When oblivion
Is calling out your name
You always take it further
Than I ever can
The lyrics of BASTILLE.'s song, Oblivion, are a melancholic reflection on the nature of relationships, the fear of aging, and the fear of being left alone. The opening lines describe the intimate moment of falling asleep with someone’s head on your shoulder, and the feeling of loss when that person goes “somewhere deeper,” implying a sense of emotional distance. The chorus then poses the question of whether the person will be able to age gracefully, without making mistakes, and without feeling the need to hide. The repeated phrase “oblivion is calling out your name” speaks to the fear of being forgotten, of losing oneself in the passage of time.
The second verse frames the relationship dynamic in terms of control, with the singerial voice acknowledging that they cannot keep up with the other person’s pace. The repetition of the chorus highlights the anxiety and uncertainty that underscores the relationship, with the singer looking to the future and wondering if they will be left behind.
Overall, the lyrics of Oblivion capture a sense of existential unease and the fear of losing oneself in the cycle of time. It is a poignant reflection on the fragility of relationships and the inevitability of aging.
Line by Line Meaning
When you fall asleep
When you rest your head on my shoulder and doze off
With your head
Resting your head on my shoulder
Upon my shoulder
Lying against my shoulder when you doze off
When you're in my arms
When I'm holding you, embracing you
But you've gone somewhere deeper
But your thoughts have wandered off, you're lost in your dreams
Are you going to age with grace?
Will you grow old gracefully, without regrets?
Are you going to age without mistakes
Will you age perfectly, without making any mistakes?
Or only to wake and hide your face
Or will you wake up and regret the way you've lived your life?
Well, oh, oblivion
Oh, oblivion, the state of being unaware or unconscious
Is calling out your name
It's urging you to lose consciousness and escape reality
You always take it further
You always go to extremes, to the point where I can't follow
Than I ever can
I can't reach the depth of your thoughts
When you play it harder
When you push yourself to the limit
And I try to follow you there
And I try to understand and support you
It's not about control
It's not about having power over each other
But I turn back when I see where you go
But I back off when I sense that you're going too far
Are you going to leave a path to trace?
Will you leave behind a legacy, a trail of good deeds?
But, oblivion
But still, the state of being unaware or unconscious
Is calling out your name
Is still tempting you to escape reality
When oblivion
When the state of being unaware or unconscious
Is calling out your name
Is tempting you to forget everything and surrender
You always take it further
You always go to the extreme, beyond my reach
Than I ever can
I can't fathom the depth of your thoughts and emotions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DANIEL SMITH
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@JoughPsmythe
hozier - someone new ( margaery tyrel )
seafret - oceans ( arya stark )
bastille - oblivion ( sansa stark )
sia - fire meets gasoline ( oberyn )
dust evil - madness ( theon greyjoy )
ekki mukk - sigur ros ( little finger )
kodaline - hight hopes ( ser davos seaworth )
belle and sebastian - your covers blown ( gilly )
tribes - reincarnate ( ygritte )
Moby - We Are All Made Of Stars ( Ned Stark )
Lapalux - Without You ( Osha )
Madonna - You Must Love Me ( High Sparrow )
The Luka State - 30 Minute Break ( Jojen Reed )
@joseysla9823
When you fall asleep with your head upon my shoulder
When you're in my arms but you've gone somewhere deeper
Are you going to age with grace?
Are you going to age without mistakes?
Are you going to age with grace?
Only to wake and hide your face
When oblivion is calling out your name
You always take it further than I ever can
When you play it hard, and I try to follow you, there
It's not about control, but I turn back when I see where you go
Are you going to age with grace?
Are you going to leave a path to trace?
When oblivion is calling out your name
You always take it further than I ever can
When oblivion is calling out your name
You always take it further than I ever can
@SARVAYUKI
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hozier - someone new ( margaery tyrel)
seafret - oceans ( arya stark )
bastille - oblivion ( sansa stark )
sia - fire meets gasoline ( oberyn )
dust evil - madness ( theon greyjoy )
ekki mukk - sigur ros ( little finger )
kodaline - hight hopes ( ser davos seaworth )
belle and sebastian - your covers blown ( gilly )
tribes - reincarnate ( ygritte )
Moby - We Are All Made Of Stars ( Ned Stark )
Lapalux - Without You ( Osha )
Madonna - You Must Love Me ( High Sparrow )
The Luka State - 30 Minute Break ( Jojen Reed )Molotov Jukebox - Neon Lights (Talisa Maegyr)
Lilly Allen - Alfie (Theon Greyjoy)
Kasabian - Ill Ray (Cersei Lannister)
Raleigh Ritchie - Time in a Tree (Greyworm)
Foals - Exits (Bran Stark)
the vamps - rest your love (Arya Stark)
Coldplay - Game of Thrones
@ModuiMuido
When you fall asleep
With your head
Upon my shoulder
When you're in my arms
But you've gone somewhere deeper
Are you going to age with grace?
Are you going to age without mistakes
Are you going to age with grace?
Or only to wake and hide your face
Well, oh, oblivion
Is calling out your name
You always take it further
Than I ever can
When you play it harder
And I try to follow you there
It's not about control
But I turn back when I see where you go
Are you going to age with grace?
Are you going to leave a path to trace?
But, oblivion
Is calling out your name
You always take it further
Than I ever can
When oblivion
Is calling out your name
You always take it further
Than I ever can
@Is_Leah
That’s my dad at 2:02. This is the only place I get to see him smiling since he passed away from cancer 2 years ago. Love ya pops!
@kodashoots
my condolences mann keep your head up
@nikko8162
Im sorry for your loss. Stay strong and safe brother.. sending love and condolences!
@tamaraclark8834
I kno you watch this everyday ! You and your family is my prayers always .
@ebhodagheogbemudiaprecious1649
I think about this comment at least once a day.
@wayney85
omg really? so sorry for your loss but such a beautiful song for a memory to see him smiling :) x
@yessica5231
I think winter did something to Sansa's voice...
@jimothybikael
It's MA'AM
@utubrGaming
It's LADY
@joaocarvalho4863
she's been smoking to keep her insides warm