Troublemaker
Beach House Lyrics
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The thunder rolls in with the dark
Tiny fingers on the edges
Watch it unravel, pulling everything apart
In the night, we stay together
The walls are shaking in their skin
Does it become you, troublemaker?
Someday, out of the blue, it will find you
Always, always a face to remind me
Someone like you
Someone like you
Someone like you
You watch the shape these things are taking
Do you cry out in your sleep?
Does it become you when you're under?
Your heart is racing, you're taking everything too hard
When you walk away
You show me how
Come pull me under
Someday, out of the blue, it will find you
Always, always a face to remind me
Someone like you
Someone like you
Someone like you
Someday, out of the blue, it will find you
Always, always a face to remind you
The lyrics of "Troublemaker" by Beach House describe a tumultuous relationship between two people. The first verse describes a moment of connection between the two, but also acknowledges the impending storm that is coming. The second verse suggests that this storm has arrived - the walls are shaking and the troublemaker is emerging. The chorus repeats the phrase "someone like you" multiple times, which could indicate that the singer is addressing the troublemaker directly or acknowledging that they are part of a pattern of relationships with this type of person. The third verse provides some insight into the troublemaker's internal state - they are watching everything unravel and struggling to keep up. The final lines of the song maintain the theme of unpredictability by suggesting that no matter what happens, someone will always be there to remind the singer of this tumultuous relationship.
Overall, the song seems to explore the complexities and difficulties of relationships, particularly those that are marked by conflict and unpredictability. The use of natural imagery, such as the thunder and unraveling, creates a sense of chaos and tension, while the repeated refrain of "someone like you" suggests that the troublemaker is not unique or singular, but rather part of a larger pattern. The song offers no easy solutions or answers, but instead invites the listener to sit with the discomfort of these emotions and experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Like a hand, you reached out to me
You extended a helping hand towards me when I needed it.
The thunder rolls in with the dark
The sky rumbles with thunder as darkness sets in.
Tiny fingers on the edges
Small, delicate fingers rest on the borders of something unknown.
Watch it unravel, pulling everything apart
Observe as things slowly begin to fall apart and tear away.
In the night, we stay together
We stay united through the night.
The walls are shaking in their skin
The walls tremble and quiver in their foundation.
Does it become you, troublemaker?
Does causing chaos and upheaval in your life suit you?
Watch them unravel you, pulling everything apart
See how everything is slowly falling apart around you.
Someday, out of the blue, it will find you
Unexpectedly, it will come to you.
Always, always a face to remind me
There's always a face that reminds me of something significant.
Someone like you
A person who is similar to you in some way.
Someone like you
A person who is similar to you in some way.
Someone like you
A person who is similar to you in some way.
You watch the shape these things are taking
You observe the form that things are taking.
Do you cry out in your sleep?
Do you shout out in pain or desperation while you're asleep?
Does it become you when you're under?
Does it suit you when you're under stress or in trouble?
Your heart is racing, you're taking everything too hard
You feel panicked and overwhelmed, and everything seems more demanding than it actually is.
When you walk away
When you go and leave me behind.
You show me how
You teach me how to handle situations like these.
Come pull me under
Come and take me down with you.
Someday, out of the blue, it will find you
Unexpectedly, it will come to you.
Always, always a face to remind you
There's always a face that reminds you of something significant.
Someone like you
A person who is similar to you in some way.
Someone like you
A person who is similar to you in some way.
Someone like you
A person who is similar to you in some way.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alex Kristian Scally, Victoria Garance Alixe Legrand
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@scarlettadrienne2001
a hand you reached out to me
The thunder rolls in with the dark
Tiny fingers on the edges
Watch it unravel
Pulling everything apart
In the back we stay together
The walls are shaking in their skin
Does it become you troublemaker
Watch them unravel you
Pulling everything apart
Someday out of the blue
It will find you
Always
Always a face to remind me
Someone like you
Someone like you
Someone like you
You watch the shape these things are taking
Do you cry out in your sleep
Does it become you when you’re under
Your heart is racing you’re taking everything too hard
When you walk away
You show me how
Come pull me under
Someday out of the blue
It will find you
Always
Always a face to remind me
Someone like you
Someone like you
Someone like you
Someday out of the blue
It will find you
Always
Always a face to remind you
@rasheedk219
I feel privileged to have heard this song, I genuinely believe it’s one of the best songs ever made
@expansiverise1662
Fuck Yes
@jhart7304
nah.
is excellent but is a BIG world.
@madisonhook1982
I just read a ton of lists on Reddit about besch houses best songs and this song wasn’t listed on anyone’s list. I’m shocked this has always been a favorite of mine. It’s soooo intense it demands attention.
@doobisu4272
Agreed this song and wishes are the most moving for me personally
@madisonhook1982
@@doobisu4272 wishes is soo good. And to be honest I personally never realized how much I love on the sea until recently. So strange.
@VannahCakesYo
Ikr, and I feel that way with Lover of Mine too it's probably my fav BH song.
@ncsnvrs
Agree, it's also so full of emotions, like reading a letter on a boat going through and enchanted forest.
@deathcrush6155
Well it's my favourite from this album
@comeupandseememakeme
From the moment the song kicks in it keeps building to this sweet crescendo. By the time of the line 'someone like you' I'm melting on the floor.