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Bloom Luka Lyrics
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If you tear yourself in two again
If I could, you know I would
If I could, I would
Let it go
Surrender
Dislocate
lifeline to the wind
I'd leave this heart of clay
See you walk, walk away
Into the night
And through the rain
Into the half-light
And through the flame
If I could through myself
Set your spirit free
I'd lead your heart away
See you walk, walk away
Into the light
And through the day
So let it go
And so to fade away
Let it go
And so to fade away
I'm wide awake
I'm wide awake
I'm not sleeping
If you should ask then maybe
They'd tell you what I would say
True colors fly in blue and black
Bruised silken sky and burning flag
Killers crash, collide in bloodshot eyes
If I could, you know I would
If I could, I would
Let it go
Surrender
Desperation
Dislocation
Separation
Condemnation
Revelation
In temptation
Isolation
Desolation
Let it go
And so to fade away
Let it go
And so to fade away
I'm wide awake
I'm wide awake
I'm not sleeping
So let it go
Surrender
Let it go
Let it go
I'm wide awake ...
In this song, Bloom Luka is expressing love and the desire to let go of the one he loves. He describes the pain of loving someone who constantly twists and turns away from him, leaving him feeling torn apart. Despite his love, he acknowledges that if he could, he would let go and surrender to the situation, even if it causes dislocation and desperation. He imagines setting his love's spirit free so that they could walk away into the night and through the rain, into the light and through the day. He encourages himself to let go, to fade away and move on, even though he is wide awake and not sleeping.
The second part of the song is a reflection on the transience of life and the inevitability of change. The idea of true colors flying in blue and black suggests that people's true selves are revealed in difficult or trying situations. The image of the "bruised silken sky and burning flag" alludes to the destruction and trauma caused by war. The line "killers crash, collide in bloodshot eyes" describes the violent and chaotic nature of conflict. Firmly believing that letting go is the best option, the singer repeats the motifs of surrender, separation, and revelation, and encourages himself to face his feelings of isolation and desolation.
Line by Line Meaning
If you twist and then turn away again
If you keep avoiding and distancing yourself from me
If you tear yourself in two again
If you keep hurting yourself and being conflicted
If I could, you know I would
If I was capable, I would help you and fix everything
If I could, I would
I want to do everything I can to save this relationship
Let it go
We need to release the past and our pain to move forward
Surrender
We need to give up control and trust in the process
Dislocate
We need to separate ourselves from the negativity
If I could throw this lifeless lifeline to the wind
If I could offer a solution to our problems
I'd leave this heart of clay
I would shed my insecurities and fears
See you walk, walk away
Watch you leave me and our relationship behind
Into the night
Into the unknown and uncertain future
And through the rain
Through the difficult and painful times
Into the half-light
Into the partially illuminated areas of life
And through the flame
Through the fiery, passionate moments
If I could through myself
If I could sacrifice everything for you
Set your spirit free
Help you find your true self and let go of burdens
I'd lead your heart away
I would guide you towards happiness and love
So let it go
We need to release our pain and move forward
And so to fade away
Let go of the pain and suffering to find peace
I'm wide awake
I am fully aware of our situation and my feelings
I'm not sleeping
I am not ignoring our problems, I am facing them
If you should ask then maybe
If you ever wanted to know
They'd tell you what I would say
Others would tell you how I feel and what I would say
True colors fly in blue and black
The truth is revealed in the sad and painful moments
Bruised silken sky and burning flag
The world can be beautiful yet still hurtful and dangerous
Killers crash, collide in bloodshot eyes
Even those who are hurting can hurt others, leading to conflict
Desperation
Our situation is urgent and we need to fix it
Separation
We need to distance ourselves from the negative aspects of our relationship
Condemnation
We need to stop blaming ourselves and each other
Revelation
We need to have a realization or a turning point in order to move forward
In temptation
We may be tempted to give up, but we need to stay strong
Isolation
We may need to separate ourselves to figure out our own issues
Desolation
We may feel empty and hopeless at times
Let it go
We need to forgive and forget to move forward
Surrender
We need to let our walls down and be vulnerable
I'm wide awake
I am committed to facing our problems and finding a solution
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Adam Clayton, Dave Evans, Larry Mullen, Paul Hewson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chris M
It's amazing how Luka can change the feel of a song so dramatically by enhancing the simplicity. This is classic Luka, even if it is a cover song. Well done Luka
J. Matthew Flood
Less is more!
Critter
Lovely little version, Luka! You RULE the music universe!
Christopher Deignan
I love you Luka. Thanks for the inspiration, the music and above all, meeting you in person and having the distinct privilege of hosting you in concert. Long may you share your music with us. Be well and know that you touch hearts and souls :)
ehooijschuur
Fantastic, I have 3 signed albums from Luka Bloom, and this is one of the best numbers from him (wel it are a lot good numbers!) Cheers and peace for all...
duffy844
Piękna piosenka!
Donna Clement
Awesome. The best. Amazing piece of music. "If I could, you know I would. If I could, I would ... let it go. Surrender." Love the string of 4-syllable words.
aarlevanbram
one man one guitar one voice ... even with one heart ... brilliant!
By-tor
Outstanding!!! Love your work Luka....
Marcel Versteeg
such a great version of this song