Oblivion
Bastille 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
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?
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" depicts a beautiful yet poignant story of a relationship where one person is struggling with the fear of getting old and being forgotten while the other is trying to keep up with their partner's recklessness, but they always fall short. The lines "when you fall asleep with your head upon my shoulder, when you're in my arms but you've gone somewhere deeper" shows the singer's dilemma of being physically present but unable to reach their partner emotionally. They are trying to understand if their partner will embrace the inevitable process of aging gracefully or if they will choose to hide their face and pretend it's not happening.
The chorus, "when oblivion is calling out your name, you always take it further than I ever can" talks about the partner's love for a risky and adventurous life. They seem to be fearless in the face of consequences, which the singer finds both admirable and frustrating. The vibes of the song suggest that the singer is trying their best to keep up but ultimately cannot keep pace with their partner's wild lifestyle, which is causing them to feel left behind.
Overall, Oblivion is a song that explores the fears of getting old and the emotional isolation that can come with it. It shows that love and relationships can be complicated and that people's desires can change over time.
Line by Line Meaning
When you fall asleep
When you surrender and give in to your unconscious mind
With your head
With your mind
Upon my shoulder
On my support system
When you're in my arms
When you find solace and comfort in me
But you've gone somewhere deeper
But your thoughts have gone beyond the present physical moment
Are you going to age with grace?
Will you mature with dignity?
Are you going to age without mistakes
Will you age without making immoral choices?
Or only to wake and hide your face
Or will you only wake up and conceal your true emotions?
When oblivion
When nothingness or empty space
Is calling out your name
Is beckoning for you
You always take it further
You always explore beyond the limits
Than I ever can
Further than I can reach
When you play it hard
When you act aggressively towards your dreams
And I try to follow you there
And I try to keep up with you
It's not about control
It's not about having the upper hand
But I turn back when I see where you go
But I go back when I notice the path is too dangerous for me
Are you going to leave a path to trace?
Will you leave behind a legacy worth remembering?
But, oblivion
But nothingness or a void
Is calling out your name
Is calling out for you
You always take it further
You always explore beyond the limits
Than I ever can
Further than I can reach
When oblivion
When nothingness or empty space
Is calling out your name
Is beckoning for you
You always take it further
You always explore beyond the limits
Than I ever can
Further than I can reach
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Daniel Smith
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@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