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Bonobo Feat. Erykah Badu Lyrics
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Used to keep the light as lead with you
Hoping there's a chance you would stay sober and
Find your way back home without the wood
In this deep ocean, I've got secrets buried
In this deep hall of shame, there is no one to call
Love is in the eyes of the beholder, I've
Hoping there's a chance we change it also
Off the ground, hitting up for grant
Love is in the eyes of the beholder
Love is in the eyes of the beholder, I've
Kept the clouds, a distance from the view
Hoping there's a chance we change it also
Off the ground, hitting up for grant
Love is in the eyes of the beholder
We are the pieces, the pieces, the pieces
In the pieces, in the pieces, in the pieces
Of the ground
The lyrics to Bonobo's Pieces featuring Erykah Badu are open to interpretation, but they seem to be exploring the theme of love and its complex nature. The opening lines suggest that love is subjective, and different people see it differently. The singer says, "Love is in the eyes of the beholder," which means that love's perception is relative depending on the individual. The second line, "Used to keep the light as lead with you," could mean that the singer shared a special connection with someone who is no longer with them. They felt that they were carrying a heavy burden when that person was around, and they hoped that they would overcome their struggles and come back to them.
The third line, "Hoping there's a chance you would stay sober and find your way back home without the wood," reinforces the idea that the person they love is struggling with addiction. The singer wants them to overcome their addiction and come back to them, but they also recognize that it's a difficult journey.
In the second verse, the lyrics suggest that the singer has been keeping their emotions bottled up, and they hope that they can change that. They want to reach out and connect with the person they love, but they're also afraid of rejection. The line "Off the ground, hitting up for grant" could mean that they're trying to take a chance and make things better, even if there's a risk involved.
The chorus, "We are the pieces, the pieces, the pieces, in the pieces, in the pieces, in the pieces of the ground," is open to interpretation. It could mean that we are all different parts of a larger whole, and we need to come together to make things work. Alternatively, it could suggest that we are all broken in some way and need to come together to heal.
Overall, the lyrics of Bonobo's Pieces featuring Erykah Badu are thought-provoking and evocative. They explore themes of love, addiction, and resilience, with a subtle blend of hope and vulnerability.
Line by Line Meaning
Love is in the eyes of the beholder, I
Love is subjective and varies according to how different individuals perceive and interpret it.
Used to keep the light as lead with you
In the past, I used to hold onto hope that we could work through our problems and be together, even though it felt heavy and burdensome.
Hoping there's a chance you would stay sober and
I wished that you could overcome your struggles with addiction and be present with me in our relationship.
Find your way back home without the wood
I hoped that you could return to a better place in your life without relying on substances or other destructive behaviors.
In this deep ocean, I've got secrets buried
I have many hidden and complex emotions and experiences that I keep hidden deep within me like buried secrets.
In this deep hall of shame, there is no one to call
I feel ashamed of some of my past actions and experiences, and I feel like I cannot reach out to anyone for help or support.
Love is in the eyes of the beholder, I've
Once again, emphasizing that love is personal and different for each individual.
Kept the clouds, a distance from the view
I have tried to keep a clear perspective on the situation and not let my emotions cloud my judgment or decision-making.
Hoping there's a chance we change it also
I still hope that we can make things better and change our current situation for the better.
Off the ground, hitting up for grant
We are lifting ourselves up and working towards improving our circumstances and relationship.
We are the pieces, the pieces, the pieces
We are parts of a greater whole, connected and interdependent on each other.
In the pieces, in the pieces, in the pieces
Even though we may be broken or incomplete, we are still valuable and important parts of the whole.
Of the ground
Reminding us of our roots and foundation, and how important it is to stay grounded and connected to where we come from.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Peermusic Publishing, THIRD SIDE MUSIC INC.
Written by: CORNELIA DAHLGREN, SIMON GREEN, MIKE LESIRGE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Rachelness123
We don't need no truth, got planted now
It grows on trees
I don't let it or 8 side loose
There's no saint and there's no sinner
Done more dirt than these
I know that we can do more right that these
I need to find a paradise for me
We just ask about
God is ready, but you don't wanna
No one tell me, heaven's waiting
For the sinner, God is ready
When you're ready
When we want it
We just ask it
God is ready, when you're ready
But you don't want it
God is ready, soon they…
🌬🌺🌚
@mamaziha79
"Heaven For The Sinner"
(feat. Erykah Badu)
We don’t need no truth, got planted now
It grows on trees
I don’t let it or 8 side loose
There’s no saint and there’s no sinner
Done more dirt than these
I know that we can do more right that these
I need to find a paradise for me
We just ask about
God is ready, but you don’t wanna
No one tell me, heaven’s waiting
For the sinner, God is ready
When you're ready
When we want it
We just ask it
God is ready, when you're ready
But you don't want it
God is ready, soon they tell me
Heaven's waiting
For the sinner, God is ready
Someone tell me, heaven's waiting
For the sinner, God is ready
When it
Shine, shine
Heaven's waiting, for the sinner
God is ready, when you're ready
Shine...
@DavesHome
This is a mixing masterpiece, how to keep multi tracks aligned with transpositional chords, reverb and overdubs galore? No easy task, I'm sure. Erika Badu is brilliant as always. "So they tell me, heaven's waiting, for the sinner, God is ready when you're ready...SHINE!" Just awesome.
@outofbounds1087
I feel close to God every time I listen to this song. This song is divine🙏🏾 🧜🏾♀️🧚🏾♂️💫
@Los47
2020 anyone?! Timeless
@noelcervantes6189
2020, and beyond. bonobo's forever
@kattdaoracle
2021
@Los47
@@kattdaoracle still here 🙏🏽
@ThisGirlDestiny
2022 and still my jam
@donneshaadams3382
2022
@davidwave4
Erykah Badu is GREAT. First she partners with FlyLo and now this. If her next album is produced by both Bonobo and FlyLo, she'll have a hit on her hands. Both critically and commercially.
@Kingsley_the1st
2023! Still a very tranquil song to reset to!