Satellites
Beyonce(비욘세) Lyrics
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Flashing by
It's a beautiful state were in
But how can we love in isolation
Think how happy we can be
When we just try
When nothing like we seem
You don't know how I bleed
When I leave your side
In your eyes
Love's alive
You've come untied
Cause we're flashing by
Like satellites
Satellites
Take all the rules away
How can we live if we don't change
We're always on display
Let's run and hide
In our eyes
Love's alive
We've come untied
Cause we're flashing by
Like satellites
Satellites
Satellites
If we don't communicate
We'll exist in our own space
We have all the love we need
While we're apart I cannot breathe
Satellites
Flashing By
Satellites
In Beyonce's song, "Satellites," she speaks about how love can be difficult to maintain in isolation. With satellites flashing by, she laments how passion can feel unspoken but can still lead to bleeding when she is separated from her loved one. Even though they are always on display, she suggests that they can still run and hide from the rules and expectations that surround them. She acknowledges that they need to communicate to exist together, but that they also have all the love they need even while apart.
The lyrics of "Satellites" reflect the societal pressure and noise that can make love feel like a distant, unattainable thing. It suggests that the distractions surrounding us can make it challenging to experience real love and meaningful connection. This song reflects Beyonce's artistic style of drawing on personal experiences to convey messages of empowerment and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
Satellites
The title of the song, referring to the metaphorical satellites flashing by.
Flashing by
The satellites are moving quickly, representing the fast-paced nature of life.
It's a beautiful state were in
Despite the fast pace of life, the state of being in love is beautiful.
But how can we love in isolation
The artist questions how love can blossom when people are so disconnected from each other.
Think how happy we can be
There is potential for happiness if people make an effort to connect with one another.
When we just try
Happiness is achievable if people make the effort to connect with each other.
When nothing like we seem
People may not be who they appear to be on the surface.
Passion in words are never spoken
People don't always express their deepest feelings with words.
You don't know how I bleed
The artist is conveying that they feel intense pain when they're away from their loved one.
When I leave your side
The artist is conveying that they feel intense pain when they're away from their loved one.
In your eyes
The artist sees love reflected in their partner's eyes.
Love's alive
The feeling of love is vibrant and strong.
You've come untied
The artist's partner has let go of their inhibitions and is fully embracing the moment.
Cause we're flashing by
Life is moving quickly, and the moment must be embraced before it's gone.
Like satellites
Referencing the earlier metaphor, comparing the fleeting nature of life to satellites.
Take all the rules away
The artist suggests breaking free from societal norms.
How can we live if we don't change
The artist suggests that change is necessary for personal growth and true connection.
We're always on display
People are constantly being watched and judged by others.
Let's run and hide
The artist suggests taking a break from the public eye and just enjoying the moment together.
If we don't communicate
Without communication, relationships cannot grow and connect on a deeper level.
We'll exist in our own space
Without communication, people are essentially alone, even if they're in a relationship.
We have all the love we need
Despite the need for communication, the artist believes that they have enough love to make it work.
While we're apart I cannot breathe
The artist struggles with being away from their partner and feels like they cannot survive without them.
Contributed by Alaina C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.