I Wish
Brother and Sister Lyrics
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Lighting up your living room high on the mantle
I could bring some romance without any scandal
And then when you were done you'd just put me out
I wish I was a tune you sang in your kitchen
Putting your groceries away and washing your dishes
I could float around your tongue and ease the tension
But if I get too close
Will the magic fade?
Would I turn you off or away?
If I pull you in
Would I push you out
Of something here you care about?
I'm at a loss for what to do
I'm drawn to you
I wish I was a sweater wrapped around your hips
And when it got too cold into me you'd slip
And when the sun came back you would hang me up
And I would watch you while you undress
But if I get too close
Will the magic fade?
Would I turn you off or away?
If I pull you in
Now would I push you out
Of something here you care about?
Well I'm at a loss for what to do
But I'm drawn to you
I'm not a song
I am not a sweater
I'm not a fire
I am something better
I'm a man in love writing you a letter
Will you take it
Will you keep it
Will you read it
Believe it
I love you
I'm sorry
The Brother and Sister's song "I Wish" is a poignant plea for love and connection. The singer wishes to be many things in order to get closer to their beloved but is not sure how to bridge the gap between them. In the first verse, the singer wants to be a flame in a candle, lighting up their partner's living room and bringing romance without any scandal. The imagery in this verse is powerful and evokes a sense of warmth and intimacy. The singer then transitions to wanting to be a tune sung in the kitchen, their melody easing the tension in their partner's body. Finally, the singer wishes they were a sweater wrapped around their partner's hips, providing comfort and protection during cold nights.
However, the singer is hesitant and worried. They wonder if getting too close will cause the magic to fade and if they will push their partner away instead of pulling them in. The chorus vocalizes these concerns, but the singer continues to be "drawn" to their partner, unsure of how to navigate their feelings.
In the final verse, the singer declares themselves as "something better" than a flame, a tune, or a sweater. They are a man in love writing a letter, hoping for their partner's acceptance and forgiveness. The song ends with a heartfelt "I love you" and "I'm sorry."
Overall, "I Wish" is a beautiful portrayal of vulnerability and longing in a relationship. The lyrics are raw and honest, resonating with anyone who has struggled to connect with someone they love.
Line by Line Meaning
I wish I was a flame dancing in a candle
I want to bring light and romance into your life without causing any issues for you.
Lighting up your living room high on the mantle
I want to be a source of happiness for you and make your living space brighter.
I could bring some romance without any scandal
I want to create a romantic atmosphere without any negative consequences for you.
And then when you were done you'd just put me out
After the moment is over, I will respect your space.
I wish I was a tune you sang in your kitchen
I want to be a comforting presence for you while you go about your daily activities.
Putting your groceries away and washing your dishes
I want to be there for you during everyday tasks and give you a sense of ease.
I could float around your tongue and ease the tension
I want to be a source of comfort and calmness for you during times of stress.
And then when you were done you'd just quiet down
After the moment is over, I will respect your space.
But if I get too close
I am aware that being too intense can be harmful.
Will the magic fade?
I am afraid that being too much will cause you to lose interest in me.
Would I turn you off or away?
I don't want to push you away with my intensity.
If I pull you in
I want to be close to you.
Would I push you out
I don't want my feelings to cause you discomfort or destroy your relationship.
Of something here you care about?
I am aware that there may be other things in your life that are important to you.
I'm at a loss for what to do
I am unsure of how to proceed because I value you so much.
I'm drawn to you
I am attracted to you and want to pursue a relationship with you.
I wish I was a sweater wrapped around your hips
I want to be a comforting presence for you and keep you warm.
And when it got too cold into me you'd slip
I want to be there to comfort you when you need it.
And when the sun came back you would hang me up
I will be there for you when you need me, but I will also respect your independence.
And I would watch you while you undress
I want to be there for you even in moments of vulnerability.
I'm not a song
I am a person who wants to love you.
I am not a sweater
I am here to offer you comfort and love.
I'm not a fire
I am not someone who will cause problems or danger.
I am something better
I am a person who wants to bring positivity and happiness into your life.
I'm a man in love writing you a letter
I am a person who has fallen in love with you and wants to express my feelings.
Will you take it
I hope that you will accept my love.
Will you keep it
I hope that you will treasure my love.
Will you read it
I hope that you will consider my feelings.
Believe it
I hope that you will believe in my love.
I love you
I truly love you and hope that we can have a relationship.
I'm sorry
I apologize if my feelings are too intense and if they cause any discomfort for you.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Robert Crawford, Scott Avett, Timothy Avett
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