Carbon Tigers has opened for international and touring acts such as Biffy Clyro, The Cool Kids, Maritime, Moving Mountains, Kilimanjaro, Explode Into Colors, and many more. They are currently playing shows in the Midwest area to promote their self released debut EP, The Burrows.
Queen
Carbon Tigers Lyrics
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I'm caught in the shuffle
Speak loud my ear's goin' deaf from the midnight moon (out here)
Cause I've been hearin' old news
Your bright voice has turned me blue
And I'm fadin'
Lie here with you
You could be the queen
Come on, get just a little bit closer, reelin' in the city rollin over
Twist my body
Now we're in your world
But I'm fadin'
Bring my body over to
Lie here with you
Don't shy away
That crown is glimmerin' golden
You got the magic, yea it's so good
Touch me, turn me
To your own goal
Cause I'm fadin'
Bring my body over to
Shine here with you
(I'ma bring'a my body closer)
(Cause I'm fadin')
(Bring my body closer)
(ohhh ohhhhh, ahhhhh, ahhhhh)
The lyrics to Carbon Tigers' song "Queen" describe a desire for connection and closeness with another person, despite feeling disconnected and lost in the world around them. The singer is struggling to hear the other person's words and is feeling overwhelmed by the constant influx of information and news. However, they find comfort in the other person's presence and voice, which serves as a guiding light in their life. They feel themselves fading away and are seeking a physical connection to ground themselves and remind them of their place in the world. The other person is described as a queen, someone who possesses a certain magic and power that draws others in and provides comfort and strength.
Overall, the song appears to be a reflection on the struggles of modern life, where we are bombarded with information and stimuli and can feel lost and disconnected from ourselves and others. However, it also suggests that there is hope for finding connection and meaning even in the midst of this chaos, through the power of human connection and intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't shy away, I can hear what you say but it's muffled
I can tell that you are saying something, but I can't make out the exact words because they are not clear.
I'm caught in the shuffle
I am in a state of confusion and uncertainty, possibly due to various factors beyond my control.
Speak loud my ear's goin' deaf from the midnight moon (out here)
Please speak more loudly because the ambient noise is making it difficult to hear you.
Cause I've been hearin' old news
I have already heard this information before, and it is no longer relevant or interesting to me.
Your bright voice has turned me blue
Your voice, although vibrant and lively, has also made me feel sad and melancholic.
And I'm fadin'
I am gradually losing strength or vitality, possibly due to the emotional impact of the situation.
Bring my body over to
Physically move my body towards you for comfort or closeness.
Lie here with you
Be next to you, either for sleep or intimacy.
You could be the queen
You have the potential to be the dominant or most important person in my life, both emotionally and physically.
Come on, get just a little bit closer, reelin' in the city rollin over
Encourage me to move closer to you, either for social interaction or romantic connection.
Twist my body
Physically manipulate my body, possibly for dance or affection.
Now we're in your world
We are in a space or mindset that is comfortable and familiar to you, possibly because of your dominant personality or interests.
That crown is glimmerin' golden
You have a special aura or quality that makes you stand out from others, like a shining crown or trophy.
You got the magic, yea it's so good
You have a special talent or skill that is captivating and admirable.
Touch me, turn me
Physically stimulate or arouse me through touch or other sensations.
To your own goal
Your actions are motivated by a personal ambition or desire, and I am willing to support you in that endeavor.
Bring my body over to
Move my physical being towards you for comfort or closeness.
Shine here with you
In your presence, I feel happy and alive, like a shining star or beacon of light.
Contributed by Bella M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@etiquettefiend
Underrated. Excellent composition and phrasing.
@hotscum6970
Awesome