Revólver
Campbell Isobel & Lanegan Mark Lyrics
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I will soon catch you)
Now after all, don't it feel like nothing,
Like walking away, like a mouthful of rain.
At twelve o'clock, a bell starts ringing,
A dog starts barking, and you're still missing.
Still missing something you've never known what it was.
And I'm not one for thinking twice,
But I know this much is true,
The earth will turn and powder burns,
And you are my revolver.
Just waking up, some dogs start barking,
A bell starts ringing, and you're still missing.
And after all, don't it feel like nothing,
Like walking away, like a mouthful of rain.
I'm holding on, cause you're my revolver,
And I dreamed of an ending, in a violent way.
The lyrics of Campbell Isobel & Lanegan Mark's song Revolver express the feeling of being lost and missing something undefined. The first stanza describes a sense of emptiness and detachment from reality, as if walking away from everything that surrounds you. The sound of a bell ringing and a dog barking create a sense of urgency and discomfort, while the feeling of being lost and missing something continues to persist. The second stanza highlights the singer's strong attachment to someone or something, referring to their subject as "my revolver." The strength of this attachment is underlined by the violent dream that the singer had, signaling a desire to protect and defend what they consider theirs.
The use of the metaphorical "revolver" is significant, as it represents power and control. The singer sees their relationship or attachment as something that can protect and defend them, like a gun. This could also allude to the notion that the singer is seeking escape from their present situation, but only through the strength of their connection to this person or thing.
Overall, the lyrics of Revolver narrate a bittersweet mixture of feeling lost but also determined. The singer acknowledges that despite this uncertainty, they know one thing to be true - their attachment to "my revolver" is steadfast and deeply ingrained in their being.
Line by Line Meaning
Now after all, don't it feel like nothing,
Despite everything that has happened, it feels like it was all for nothing.
Like walking away, like a mouthful of rain.
Leaving is as easy as spitting out rain from one's mouth.
At twelve o'clock, a bell starts ringing,
A significant moment has arrived and is being marked by the ringing of a bell.
A dog starts barking, and you're still missing.
Even with all the signs and signals around, there is still something missing.
Still missing something you've never known what it was.
There is a sense of lack or incompleteness even though what is missing has never been identified or understood.
And I'm not one for thinking twice,
I don't usually hesitate or second guess myself.
But I know this much is true,
However, I am certain about this one thing:
The earth will turn and powder burns,
The world will keep moving on and things will eventually turn to dust and ashes.
And you are my revolver.
You, the person being addressed, are the artist's weapon of choice or means of defense.
Just waking up, some dogs start barking,
Starting a new day, some dogs are signaling and warning of potential danger.
A bell starts ringing, and you're still missing.
Despite the start of a new day, there is still something missing and unresolved.
And after all, don't it feel like nothing,
Even when one is still searching, it still feels like everything is futile.
Like walking away, like a mouthful of rain.
The sense of emptiness and pointlessness is so strong that it feels like leaving is as easy as spitting out rain.
I'm holding on, cause you're my revolver,
Despite everything, the singer is holding on to the person being addressed as their means of surviving and overcoming.
And I dreamed of an ending, in a violent way.
The singer has fantasized about a dramatic, violent solution to their problems and struggles.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MARK LANEGAN
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@morrissurquin8632
their voices combined give me the chills
@scottprince2912
I know right it's like light and dark but it definitely works and is beautiful,such a good disc.unbelievable.
@madrugada1007
R.I.P Mark Lanegan, we will miss You!😢
@LuizaNaked1
Loved it😍
@harrison6me
Heard this song on the BBCs culture show: Ice age special and havent stopped listening to it since. Its so atmospheric. Lovely<3
@joemcbee
Isobel Campbell has a new album coming out 30th January 2020! I'm not associated, just a big fan from ATX and want others to know! I preordered my copy and if you're a fan you should too! #isobelcampbell #thereisnoother
@anitagrey7356
so so so beautiful!
@almelvin2705
good music is king. bumper stickers should be issued.
@hafnadullhafnadul4200
Super!
@alexsetterington3142
Will be missed