Shelter
C.O.C Lyrics
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""Don't buy me flowers
Don't waste your time
Put your money where your heart is
And build us a future we can share""
Verse 2:
""Close your eyes
Nobody said life's fair
Be grateful for what you have a
And didn't ask for""
Verse 3:
""Wake up and smell the roses
Oh, you still got all ten toes just
Hold onto all your horses
Or hold onto me""
Verse 4:
""The future we have is uncertain
But certainly in this moment
You and me gotta stay close and""
Chorus:
As long as i feel this way
I'll always find my center
The road is long but it's okay
In you i find my shelter
As long as we understand
How does it feel (How does it feel)
When it's so damn real
When it's so damn real
Bridge:
Words you say I take to heart
It moves me to a place where i feel safe to fall apart
Refuge in your embrace, it moves me to a place where i am
Fallin into your covers
Lost in the view of your eyes
Can't deny i'm in love
Outro:
What would i do if ever
Life becomes cruel
And takes you far from me
Across the sea?
I'd find my way to you
The lyrics to "Shelter" by C.O.C reflect themes of love, gratitude, and finding solace in a relationship during uncertain times.
In the first verse, the singer expresses that material gestures like buying flowers are not important. Instead, they encourage their partner to invest their time and resources into building a future together. It suggests that actions that show commitment and dedication are more significant than superficial gestures.
The second verse advises the listener to appreciate what they have and not dwell on comparisons or the unfairness of life. It promotes a sense of gratitude for the things one possesses and didn't necessarily ask for. The lyrics encourage accepting the present circumstances and finding contentment in them.
Verse three employs a metaphor, urging the listener to wake up and appreciate the simple joys of life, symbolized by the phrase "smell the roses." It highlights the importance of holding on to what one has and cherishing it. The phrase "hold onto all your horses, or hold onto me" can be interpreted as either valuing one's self-control and stability or finding comfort and support in a relationship.
The fourth verse acknowledges that the future is uncertain, but in the present moment, the singer emphasizes the necessity of staying close to each other. It suggests the importance of remaining connected and committed to each other amidst the unpredictability of what lies ahead.
In the chorus, the lyrics express that as long as the singer feels a certain way, they will always find their center, their balance or peace. It emphasizes that although the journey might be long and challenging, finding shelter and comfort in their partner is reassuring. The lyrics pose a rhetorical question to the listener, asking how it feels when something is so undeniably real.
The bridge suggests that the words spoken by the partner have a profound impact on the singer's emotions. It creates a safe space to be vulnerable and fall apart, finding refuge in the embrace of their loved one. It portrays the deep connection and trust between them.
The outro expresses the fear of losing the partner, either physically or emotionally, and how the singer would go to great lengths to be reunited with them. It signifies the importance of the relationship in their life, suggesting a willingness to overcome any obstacles or distance to find their way back to their loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't buy me flowers
Don't just give me superficial gestures, show me your love through meaningful actions
Don't waste your time
Don't spend time on empty gestures, invest your time and effort into building a future together
Put your money where your heart is
Invest your resources in creating a stable and secure future for both of us
And build us a future we can share
Work together to create a future that we both can be a part of and enjoy together
Close your eyes
Ignore the comparisons and distractions around us, focus on what truly matters
Don't compare
Don't judge our life based on others' experiences, appreciate what we have without comparison
Nobody said life's fair
Acknowledge that life doesn't always treat us equally, but still be grateful for what we have
Be grateful for what you have
Express gratitude for the things and opportunities we already possess
And didn't ask for
Be grateful for the things that have come into our lives without us actively seeking them
Wake up and smell the roses
Be aware and appreciate the beauty of life and the present moment
Oh, you still got all ten toes just
Realize that you still have all your body parts, suggesting gratitude for good health and well-being
Hold onto all your horses
Stay patient and composed, don't rush or get anxious
Or hold onto me
Find comfort and stability in our relationship, rely on each other for support
The future we have is uncertain
Acknowledge that our future is uncertain and unpredictable
But certainly in this moment
However, we can be certain of our feelings and connection in the present moment
You and me gotta stay close and
We have to prioritize staying emotionally connected and supporting each other
As long as I feel this way
As long as my emotions and love for you continue to be strong
I'll always find my center
I will always find peace and stability within our relationship
The road is long but it's okay
Although the journey may be challenging and uncertain, it's alright because we have each other
In you I find my shelter
You provide me with safety, comfort, and emotional refuge
As long as we understand
As long as both of us comprehend and are aware
How does it feel (How does it feel)
How does it feel to be in this genuine, deep connection
When it's so damn real
When the love and emotions we share are incredibly genuine and authentic
Words you say I take to heart
I deeply value and internalize the words you speak to me
It moves me to a place where I feel safe to fall apart
Your words and actions provide me with a sense of security and a safe space to show vulnerability and weakness
Refuge in your embrace, it moves me to a place where I am
Finding solace and comfort in your loving embrace brings me to a state of emotional well-being
Falling into your covers
Getting wrapped up and entranced in your love and affection
Lost in the view of your eyes
Getting captivated and deeply absorbed in the beauty and depth of your eyes
Can't deny I'm in love
I cannot deny that I am deeply and genuinely in love with you
What would I do if ever
Contemplating the actions and decisions I would make if a hypothetical situation occurs
Life becomes cruel
If life becomes harsh and unforgiving
And takes you far from me
And separates us in physical distance or emotionally
Across the sea?
To some distant place or circumstance?
I'd find my way to you
I would go to any extent to reunite with you and be by your side
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Joel See
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