exhale
Beacon Lyrics
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A forgery
There's something wrong
When you think of me
But tonight we're young
Your skin, your dress
Is warm
Lay you down
And everything comes off
I will be
Your treasury
Keep all your thoughts
Safe inside of me
Tonight we're here
The sky, your voice
Is clear
Lay you down
And everything comes off
I will be
A remedy
So when I'm gone
You’ll think of me
Tonight you're old
Your skin, your hair
Is cold
I'll lay you down
And everything rubs off
The song Exhale by Beacon is a tranquil and soothing piece that is deeply introspective and reflective. The first two lines of the song, 'I will be a forgery, there's something wrong when you think of me' sets the tone for the entire song. It seems the singer is troubled with an intrinsic flaw or a sense of guilt that has taken hold of him. He wishes to be perceived as something he is not, a forgery, and there is an internal struggle between the reality and perception of him.
The next verse 'But tonight we're young, your skin, your dress is warm, lay you down and everything comes off' portrays a sense of acceptance and a need for solace. The singer wishes to escape from the internal chaos and find comfort in the moment, he wants to feel alive and cherished. The warmth of the skin and dress symbolizes that moment, a moment of intimacy and freedom which he hopes will release him from the shackles of his internal struggles.
The lyrics further emphasize the perennial nature of relationships, 'I will be your treasury, keep all your thoughts safe inside of me, tonight, we're here, the sky, your voice is clear, lay you down and everything comes off'. Here, the singer speaks of being a 'treasury' and a place of security, where all thoughts and desires are welcomed and kept safe. The sky and voice being clear symbolize the start of something new, a fresh beginning to heal the tarnished soul.
In the final verse, 'I will be a remedy, so when I'm gone, you’ll think of me, tonight you're old, your skin, your hair is cold, I'll lay you down, and everything rubs off', the singer speaks of being the cure, the presence that has helped release the struggles that have resided deep inside. He hopes that when he's gone, he'll be remembered for the moments spent together, for the happiness he brought, and the healing brought upon her. The final line of the song, 'I'll lay you down, and everything rubs off' brings back the intimate moment, where the singer wishes to be held onto, wants to continue reveling in the moment of joy without a rush.
Line by Line Meaning
I will be
I am willing to embody whatever persona you need me to be
A forgery
I may not be completely authentic or genuine, but I am what you need
There's something wrong
I am aware that I am not perfect, but I still come with something that may fit your needs
When you think of me
I understand that I am not always at the forefront of your thoughts, but perhaps I could be
But tonight we're young
In this moment, let's set aside our worries and responsibilities and live in the present
Your skin, your dress
Your physical appearance is stunning and captivating in this moment
Is warm
I am comforted by your presence and the positive energy you give off
Lay you down
Let's embrace intimacy and vulnerability
And everything comes off
Let's strip away any insecurities or barriers between us
I will be
I will continue to be whatever you need me to be
Your treasury
I am a safe space where you can deposit your deepest and most important thoughts
Keep all your thoughts
I will not judge or betray your trust when you confide in me
Safe inside of me
I will protect your secrets and cherish your vulnerability
Tonight we're here
Again, let's be present in this moment and appreciate it for what it is
The sky, your voice
The natural world around us, as well as your presence, is calming and beautiful
Is clear
There are no distractions or hindrances to this perfect moment
I'll lay you down
I will make a space for us to express ourselves fully and comfortably
And everything rubs off
Let's be honest, raw, and genuine with each other without any masks or pretense
A remedy
I am here to heal or soothe any emotional wounds you may have
So when I'm gone
While I may not be around forever, I hope that our connection will endure
You'll think of me
Even when we are apart, I hope that I have left an impression on you and that our memories together are cherished
Tonight you're old
The moment has passed and we are now reflecting on the memories we have created
Your skin, your hair
The physical signs of aging may be setting in for both of us
Is cold
The warmth of our moment has faded, but the memories remain
Contributed by Sarah E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ashraf Ali
This is pretty neat. Impressive work.
Click. Techno
AMAZING TUNE & VIDEO
Kevin Zerbe
Really great! The girl is perfect.
midoriluse
quite enjoyable, well done
tratn
reminds me of active child both are great ... so smooth
Deephousevibes
Pure bliss
Organic Foodie
Me too! Love at first listen!
Zane Mιchάlis
Find an ocean deeper; climb a cliff higher, what do I desire, set in stone yet turned to fire, and in this velvet I cry to revive her.
6 years; no crocodile tears. A scream for our love supreme; for our slate clean, one can dream.
The broken record skips rocks over water, I adored her. Weak weeps explicit bleeps.
My rose on the hill we built; never wilt, and on our mountain of ash I gather snowflakes.
Zane Mιchάlis
For Ani, from you know who.
andrephx90
Same. And I liked the fact this was the last song on the credits...I was losing hope already!