Swallowing Flies
Big Sixes Lyrics
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And lullabies,
Won't you listen?
I'm severing ties,
And polishing lies,
'till they glisten.
A pawn or a king?
A future or present?
What do you keep me for?
All manner of things 'till I learn my lesson.
'Till I learn.
Our paths are entwined,
So laugh in disguise,
Go the distance.
I'm far from unkind,
So darling of mine,
Won't you listen?
What do you take me for?
A pawn or a king?
A future or present?
What do you keep me for?
All manner of things 'till I learn my lesson.
'Till I learn.
If you and I settle our differences,
I think you'll find a way to come back to me.
If you and I settle our differences,
I think you'll find a way to come back to me.
A way to come back to me.
A way to come back to me
What do you take me for?
A pawn or a king?
A future or present?
What do you keep me for?
All manner of things 'till I learn my lesson.
What do you take me for?
A pawn or a king?
A future or present?
What do you keep me for?
All manner of things 'till I learn my lesson.
'Till I learn.
I'm swallowing flies,
And lullabies,
Won't you listen?
I'm severing ties,
And polishing lies,
'till they glisten.
The lyrics to "Swallowing Flies" by Big Sixes offer a poetic insight into the delicate balance between vulnerability and strength in a relationship. The opening lines, "I'm swallowing flies, / And lullabies, / Won't you listen?" paint a picture of someone who is willing to endure discomfort and even accept difficult truths in order to maintain connection with their partner. The next lines, "I'm severing ties, / And polishing lies, / 'till they glisten," show the singer's determination to work through whatever issues arise and present themselves in the best light possible.
Throughout the song, the repeated refrain "What do you take me for? / A pawn or a king? / A future or present? / What do you keep me for?" reveals the singer's uncertainty about where they stand in the relationship and the power dynamics at play. The final verse, "If you and I settle our differences, / I think you'll find a way to come back to me," shows the singer's belief in the strength of their connection and hope for reconciliation.
Overall, "Swallowing Flies" is a poignant and introspective exploration of the complexities of love and relationships, with an underlying message of perseverance and faith in the potential for growth and healing.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm swallowing flies, And lullabies, Won't you listen?
I'm dealing with things I don't like or want in my life and trying to soothe myself with music. Will you hear me out?
I'm severing ties, And polishing lies, 'till they glisten.
I'm cutting connections with people and making my false stories sound smooth and convincing. I'm doing this to suit my needs and desires.
What do you take me for? A pawn or a king? A future or present? What do you keep me for? All manner of things 'till I learn my lesson. 'Till I learn.
What's your opinion of me? Do you think I'm weak or powerful? Do you consider the present or the future? What are your true intentions towards me? Whatever it is, I'll keep being hurt unless I change my ways.
Our paths are entwined, So laugh in disguise, Go the distance.
Our lives and stories are interconnected, so hide your real feelings and go all the way in life. Don't let anything or anyone stop you.
I'm far from unkind, So darling of mine, Won't you listen?
I'm not a cold-hearted person, my love. I want you to pay attention to what I have to say and try to understand me.
If you and I settle our differences, I think you'll find a way to come back to me. A way to come back to me. A way to come back to me.
If we make peace and sort out our problems, I believe deep down you'll still have feelings for me and find a path back to me.
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