On The Beach
Blood Root Lyrics
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There on the beach, and you were there too
Tide grew too heavy for my fragile limbs
Branches were breaking and I could not swim
Keep having these dreams
Like my teeth are crumbling
Oh, I’m drowning in a lake
I swear I felt you there
Coalescing with the air
Consoling all my restless thoughts
Showing me not all is lost
Thought I was gonner when you jumped right in
Swam me to safety–I can breathe again
Even in the current, I felt safe in your arms
Now I’m fully lucid, out amongst the stars
Keep having these dreams
Like my teeth are crumbling
Oh, I’m drowning in a lake
What does it mean, what does it mean?
I swear I felt you there
Coalescing with the air
Consoling all my restless thoughts
Showing me not all is lost
Assuring me not all is lost
I think I wanted solitude, but you made gentle waves
Now, I’m twice as alive–grateful that you stayed
I think I saw you there, on the shore when I came to
And in the morning when I woke, still it was you
The lyrics of "On the Beach" by Blood Root depict a dream-like scenario where the singer finds themselves swimming at a beach, feeling overwhelmed and unable to navigate the tide. They express a sense of vulnerability, as indicated by the line "Tide grew too heavy for my fragile limbs, branches were breaking and I could not swim." This metaphorical drowning is reinforced by recurring dreams of their teeth crumbling and the feeling of being submerged in a lake, leaving them perplexed about the meaning behind these experiences.
Amidst this turmoil, the singer feels a comforting presence, possibly the person they are addressing in the song. They describe feeling reassured and consoled, as if this person is melding with the air and soothing their restless thoughts. This presence seems to offer solace and remind them that not all is lost. The imagery of being rescued and brought back to safety further strengthens this theme of finding refuge and peace amidst chaos.
As the song progresses, the singer realizes that they initially sought solitude but ended up finding something unexpectedly beautiful. The person they address in the song is credited with creating gentle waves and enhancing their sense of aliveness. This realization is reinforced when the singer sees the same person on the shore upon waking up, reaffirming their connection.
Overall, "On the Beach" portrays a dream-like experience where the singer faces feelings of vulnerability and confusion but finds solace in the presence of another person, ultimately leading to a deeper appreciation for life and a sense of gratitude.
Line by Line Meaning
I was swimming, I think I wanted to
I was immersed in a metaphorical journey, uncertain of my intentions
There on the beach, and you were there too
In this journey, you were also present, existing alongside me
Tide grew too heavy for my fragile limbs
The challenges became overwhelming for my vulnerable self
Branches were breaking and I could not swim
The pressure was causing me to lose my strength and ability to persevere
Keep having these dreams
These recurring dreams persist within me
Like my teeth are crumbling
Symbolizing a fear of loss or decay in other aspects of my life
Oh, I’m drowning in a lake
Feeling overwhelmed and suffocated by my emotions
What does it mean, what does it mean?
Seeking understanding and interpretation of these dreams and their significance
I swear I felt you there
Deeply convinced that your presence was perceptible
Coalescing with the air
Blending and merging effortlessly with the surroundings
Consoling all my restless thoughts
Providing solace and comfort to my unsettled mind
Showing me not all is lost
Revealing that there is still hope and potential for a positive outcome
Thought I was gonner when you jumped right in
Believed I was destined to fail, until you intervened bravely
Swam me to safety–I can breathe again
Rescued me from danger, restoring my ability to find solace
Even in the current, I felt safe in your arms
Despite the chaos around me, I found security and peace within your embrace
Now I’m fully lucid, out amongst the stars
I have gained clarity and awareness, free to explore the infinite possibilities
I think I wanted solitude, but you made gentle waves
Initially desiring isolation, your presence brought gentle disruptions that enriched my experience
Now, I’m twice as alive–grateful that you stayed
Feeling more alive and appreciative due to your unwavering presence
I think I saw you there, on the shore when I came to
Upon awakening, I believed I witnessed your essence lingering on the shoreline
And in the morning when I woke, still it was you
Even in the light of a new day, your influence remained a constant guiding force
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Taylor Wafford
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