Lost in Translation
Beach Bums Lyrics

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I can't forget about your sweet face
But can't neglect that we need our space
Get so estaic, it's unusual
To be addicted to a certain kind of love
My heart belongs to you
I can't avoid this truth
I'm not over you, I'm just over us
Just until we rid of this tainted lust

You wanna say we're okay
But I see

You're all I ever want
And all I'll ever need

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Beach Bums's song "Lost in Translation" delve deep into the complexities of a strained relationship. The opening line "I can't forget about your sweet face" highlights the singer's inability to move on from his love interest. However, the following line "But can't neglect that we need our space" serves as a reminder that space is necessary to heal and repair the relationship. The singer is acutely aware of the unusual and ecstatic feelings he has towards a certain kind of love. Despite knowing that his heart belongs to his lover, he struggles to face the truth that they need to break up, so they can get rid of the tainted lust between them.

The chorus of the song, "You wanna say we're okay, but I see you're all I ever want and all I'll ever need" demonstrates a classic case of two people who are not on the same page. The singer is yearning for something more profound, while his lover is content with mediocrity. The lyrics are relatable to many couples experiencing relationship struggles.

Line by Line Meaning

I can't forget about your sweet face
I still remember how angelic your face looks and it stays in my heart

But can't neglect that we need our space
I understand the importance of personal space for us to grow as individuals

Get so estaic, it's unusual
I feel extremely happy and excited, which is a rare and unfamiliar feeling to me

To be addicted to a certain kind of love
I am addicted to a unique and special love that only you can give me

My heart belongs to you
You own my heart and I have given it to you completely

I can't avoid this truth
I can't deny that I still love you deeply

I'm not over you, I'm just over us
I still have strong feelings for you, but I've moved on from our past relationship

Just until we rid of this tainted lust
Once we overcome the negative and impure desire between us, we can start fresh

You wanna say we're okay
You want to reassure that our relationship is good and fine

But I see
However, I can see through the facade and understand the real situation

You're all I ever want
You are everything I desire and need in a partner

And all I'll ever need
You are the one and only person I will ever need in my life

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mono dead

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had this been written in the 70s/80s it might've been a world hit. very well directed piece of art, both challenging and forgiving to the listener. i turned the sound way up for this.