Heavy Water
British Sea Power Lyrics


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Did you see the heavy water fall
Out of overladen skies?
Did you see the heavy water fall
From the heavens and your eyes?
Did you see the heavy water fall
Don't you think it's kinda strange?
Did you see the heavy water fall
Do you think that it means change?

Sometimes I, I think that we're on the wrong side
I think that it's obvious
I, I think that we're on the wrong side
I think that it's serious
I, I'd love to see you try again

Everything was forever until it is no more

Did you see the heavy water fall
Out of overladen skies?
Oh I, I'd love to see you read
Without moving your lips
So let's have sport for all
State aided sylvan trips

Sometimes I, I think that we're on the wrong side
I think that it's obvious
I, I think that we're on the wrong side
I think that it's serious
I think that it's obvious
I think that it's serious
I'd love to see you again




Did you see the heavy water fall
From the heavens and your eyes?

Overall Meaning

The song "Heavy Water" by British Sea Power is a reflective and introspective piece about change and societal norms. The opening stanza refers to heavy water falling out of the sky, which could be interpreted as a metaphor for change and upheaval in society. The singer questions whether this change is strange and what it portends. The repetition of the phrase “Did you see the heavy water fall” adds weight to the idea that something monumental has happened or is about to happen. The line "From the heavens and your eyes" suggests a kind of divine intervention in the changes that are happening.


The next verse "Sometimes I, I think that we're on the wrong side" suggests the singer is questioning their place in society and whether they are aligned with the status quo. They are curious and open to the idea that there may be another way of living. The chorus reinforces this idea, with the singer stating that change is serious and obvious, and they'd love to see others attempt to change their outlook.


The final verse references reading without moving lips, which could be interpreted as a reference to hidden knowledge, secrets or the idea of looking inside oneself. The final line which repeats the opening question, “Did you see the heavy water fall from the heavens and your eyes” is a reminder to keep looking and remain open to the possibilities of change.


Overall, the song is an urging to be willing to accept and embrace change and questioning the established order.


Line by Line Meaning

Did you see the heavy water fall
Have you witnessed the heavy water falling down from the skies?


Out of overladen skies?
The skies were so heavy with water that it poured out like a flood.


From the heavens and your eyes?
You are not only watching the heavy water from the skies but also feeling it through your tears.


Don't you think it's kinda strange?
The heavy water rain is not normal, and it's odd to see in such heavy amounts.


Do you think that it means change?
The unusual heavy water fall might indicate a change in the weather or a change in one's life.


Sometimes I, I think that we're on the wrong side
Occasionally I have a hunch that we're on the wrong side of something.


I think that it's obvious
It seems blatantly clear, and anyone should be able to see it.


I'd love to see you try again
I would be pleased to witness your renewed attempt or effort.


Everything was forever until it is no more
Nothing lasts forever, and we should appreciate what we have before it ends.


Oh I, I'd love to see you read
Oh, how I would enjoy to see you read something interesting.


Without moving your lips
It would be impressive if you could read in silence without moving your mouth or lips.


So let's have sport for all
Let's have fun that everyone can enjoy.


State aided sylvan trips
Trips to the forest that are supported by the government.


I think that it's serious
I believe that the situation is severe and important.


I'd love to see you again
I wish to meet you or see you once more.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC.
Written by: ABIGAIL FRY, JAN WILKINSON, MARTIN NOBLE, MATTHEW WOOD, NEIL WILKINSON, PHILLIP SUMNER

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