In the summer of 2001 Baxter Dury released his debut single, the "Oscar Brown EP". The single picked up rave reviews, which included 'Single of the Week' in NME. It also achieved 'Single of the Week' in the Guardian.
Palm Trees
Baxter Dury Lyrics
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Palm trees and?? house in the sand
Sheer see glimpses, something very special
Nightlife she comes home
All there is is you and me right now
Standing underneath these trees right now
Sheer see glimpses, something very special
Nightlife she comes home
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
So I follow this slowly trail of tears
To where these are official trees appeared
Sheer see glimpses, something very special
Nightlife she comes home
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
ALl there is is you and me right now
Standing underneath these trees right nog
Sheer see glimpses, something very special
Nightlife she comes home
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
The lyrics of Baxter Dury's song Palm Trees describe a dreamy and seductive location, where palm trees sway in the sand and the singer is feeling special and loved. The opening lyrics set the scene for the song and establish the location as a shop by the sea, where the singer's heart belongs. The palm trees and house in the sand create a romantic and exotic atmosphere that is enhanced by the glimpses of something special that the singer experiences. The night brings her back to reality, but the moment she shares with her partner under the palm trees is enough to make her feel loved and special in that moment.
The repetition of the phrase "Does she think she's special, very very special" adds a layer of irony to the song, as it seems that the singer is always questioning her own worth and desirability, even though the lyrics describe a place and a moment where she feels truly special. The lyrics also hint at a sense of nostalgia and longing, as the singer follows a trail of tears to the place where the palm trees appeared, suggesting that this is a memory or a dream that she cherishes.
Overall, the lyrics of Palm Trees paint a vivid picture of a seductive and magical place, where love and desire take center stage, but where there is also a sense of fragility and uncertainty. The repetition of the phrase "something very special" creates a sense of mystery and allure, inviting the listener to imagine what this special something might be and to join the singer under the palm trees.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a shop in sand where your heart belongs
There is a store in the sand where you feel you belong.
Palm trees and?? house in the sand
There are palm trees and maybe even a house in the sand.
Sheer sea glimpses, something very special
You catch a fleeting glimpse of something truly unique and special by the ocean.
Nightlife she comes home
She returns home after enjoying the nightlife.
All there is is you and me right now
There is just the two of us here in this moment.
Standing underneath these trees right now
We are presently standing beneath these palm trees.
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
Does she believe she is superior, exceptionally so just for sitting on palm trees.
So I follow this slowly trail of tears
To where these official trees appeared
I trace a path of sorrow to find these authentic palm trees.
Contributed by Asher G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@middleeasterntacos902
There's a shop in sand where your heart belongs
Palm trees and?? house in the sand
Sheer see glimpses, something very special
Nightlife she comes home
All there is is you and me right now
Standing underneath these trees right now
Sheer see glimpses, something very special
Nightlife she comes home
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
So I follow this slowly trail of tears
To where these are official trees appeared
Sheer see glimpses, something very special
Nightlife she comes home
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
ALl there is is you and me right now
Standing underneath these trees right nog
Sheer see glimpses, something very special
Nightlife she comes home
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
Does she think she's special
Very very special
Sitting on palm trees
@regplasma7906
Lord Bax is creating a body of work better than his old man.
@monalizafernandes5197
This song make me feel a amazing vibe
@johnspinak6564
In all things math is there. That song was meant to have a ( Positive Vib) !
@martynkellighan2242
I just sneezed twice in perfect time to this song
@superyuyo4060
not quite my tempo
@marekkocon7407
Can one be more laid back, while delivering life's truths? Love ❤
@greenscarab2
Makes want to go to where he is, nice warm place. 🖖
@greenscarab2
I like his deep voice and style. I just discovered him!
@geliasr2562
Do you think he’s a handsome?
@geliasr2562
By the way it was shot in south Spain