Enjoy
Björk Lyrics


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I wish I want to stay here
I wish this be enough
I wish I only love you
I wish simplicity

Look at the speed out there
It magnetizes me to it
And I have no fear
I'm only into this to

Enjoy
Enjoy
Enjoy
Enjoy

I wish I'd only look
And didn't have to touch
I wish I'd only smell this
And didn't have to taste

How can I ignore
This is sex without touching
I'm going to explore
I'm only into this to

Enjoy
Enjoy




Enjoy
Enjoy

Overall Meaning

In Björk's song "Enjoy," the singer expresses a desire for simplicity and immobility in her life. The opening lyrics, "I wish I want to stay here, I wish this be enough, I wish I only love you, I wish simplicity," indicate her longing to remain in one place and to be content with what she has. However, the next few lines refer to the "speed out there," which "magnetizes" her to it. This could be seen as a metaphor for the fast-paced world outside of her own, which draws her in despite her desire for calmness. She admits to being enticed by it but also states that she has no fear. She enjoys the thrill of it, but only for its entertainment value; she has no interest in participating in it seriously.


The latter half of the song refers to Björk's experience with sensory exploration. She wishes she could observe without touching and smell without tasting. She also mentions "sex without touching," which could be interpreted as the experience of intimacy without physical contact or perhaps as a metaphor for enjoying something without fully indulging or committing to it. Björk concludes by reiterating that what she is doing is just for enjoyment and that she has no further expectations.


Overall, "Enjoy" is about the pleasure of living in the present moment and experiencing life without any kind of obligation or pressure. It's about appreciating the little things, without the need for any further complications or responsibilities. In a way, the song is an ode to hedonism and living without baggage.


Line by Line Meaning

I wish I want to stay here
I yearn for a place I can call home, where I can find solace and stay without stressing about anything else.


I wish this be enough
I long for simplicity and sufficiency in life. I desire nothing more than what I currently have.


I wish I only love you
My heart longs for a pure, nurturing relationship with someone. I want to bask in love and share it with one person.


I wish simplicity
Amidst the noise and chaos in life, I crave a simple and peaceful existence that brings me joy.


Look at the speed out there
The world moves rapidly and aggressively, and it captivates my attention whenever I watch it go by.


It magnetizes me to it
The hustle and bustle of life pull me towards it, leaving me with no choice but to follow its lead.


And I have no fear
I am not afraid of delving into life and its challenges. I am ready to face it all with courage.


I'm only into this to
My sole objective for partaking in life's activities is to find pleasure and derive joy from it.


Enjoy
I want to savor every moment of my life, find happiness in everything I do, and enjoy my existence to the fullest.


I wish I'd only look
Sometimes, I desire to admire life's beauty from a distance without indulging in it physically.


And didn't have to touch
I would rather avoid getting entangled in life's complexities and challenges by keeping a safe distance.


I wish I'd only smell this
There are times when I only want to appreciate the fragrance of life without having to deal with the unpleasant aspects.


And didn't have to taste
I prefer not to deal with the harsh realities of life, the bitterness that comes with it, and would rather embrace the sweetness.


How can I ignore
It is impossible for me to overlook the beauty and wonder of life that surrounds me.


This is sex without touching
The delight of life is equal to that of sexual satisfaction, even without any physical contact.


I'm going to explore
I am curious and eager to discover all that life has to offer, even if it means stepping out of my comfort zone.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Adrian Nicholas Matthew Thaws, Bjork Gudmundsdottir

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Comments from YouTube:

@_Wakaz_

Bjork's most underrated song; I have never heard a beat go so damn hard before.

@toddpinkstonisgod

Agreed...like a lot of Bjork's stuff, it sounds way ahead of its time, too.

@jtrevrb1

Produced by that foo Tricky during the time he and momma Bjork had a thing goin’ on. Tricky made it so Icky.

@christianwheeler8386

This entire album told most in the 90s what they were going to be imitating for the next 5-10 years

@RiTchieKII

@@jtrevrb1wish people still talked like this😂😂

@robim3946

Indeed

@songsforsanguinius8576

saw Fleshwater live two weeks ago, when they played this tune half the room just went apeshit, it was incredible

@aroundth3fur

FLESHWATER

@GAZMIKA

great band

@paulmarsh5325

This tune used to freak the HELL out of me, but the more I listened to it, HOLY MATADOR!!! WHAT A TRACK!!!!

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