Black & Blue
Carlie de Boer Lyrics
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No one knows it'll all work out in the end(
Could be high enough to fly,(
But not low enough to land
No map to tell you where to go(
No fool-proof plan(
You could look people in the eye, (
But when it all comes down((
We're all black and blue
We're black and blue((
Wish on a star for higher truth
Then ask your pillow what to do(
Just draw another line,
And everything will be just fine
Swear off today,
Because everything didn't go your way
You could look me in the eye,
Tell me where you stand(
But when you're all stripped down(
You're just black and blue
You're black and blue((
Hush, hush
Hush, hush now(
Hush, hush(
Hush, hush(
Hush, hush now
It's only a bruise(
Only a bruise((
Maybe it'll be perfect(
Maybe it'll all work out in the end
The lyrics of Carlie de Boer's song "Black & Blue" are about the unpredictability of life, the lack of control we have over certain situations, and the resilience that we must cultivate in order to overcome life's difficulties. The song opens with the realization that perfection is not attainable, and that there is no roadmap to guide us through life. Despite the lack of a "fool-proof plan," we must still navigate life's ups and downs. The second verse speaks to the idea of finding solace in tiny moments of hope, like wishing on a star or seeking comfort from a pillow. However, the chorus reminds us that no matter how hard we try to control life's circumstances, we will still end up "black and blue" from the bruises we incur along the way.
The repeated phrase "Hush, hush" in the bridge can be interpreted as an attempt to silence our fears and doubts, to push them aside and carry on despite their presence. The final line of the song leaves the door open for possibility, offering a glimmer of hope that perhaps everything will work out in the end.
Overall, "Black & Blue" is a message of resilience, acknowledging the bruises we will sustain but urging us to keep moving forward and to not give up hope.
Line by Line Meaning
No one said it'll be perfect
Life doesn't come with a quality guarantee.
No one knows it'll all work out in the end(
The future is uncertain and unpredictable.
Could be high enough to fly,(
You can achieve great things and reach new heights.
But not low enough to land
Success can never be taken for granted, be humble.
No map to tell you where to go(
There is no blueprint for life, everyone must find their own path.
No fool-proof plan(
Plans can fail, especially when life is unpredictable.
You could look people in the eye, (
You can assert your dominance and persuade people.
Tell them where to stand(
You can lead people and show them the right way.
But when it all comes down(
In the end, everyone is vulnerable.
We're all black and blue
Everyone experiences pain and suffering, whether physically or emotionally.
Wish on a star for higher truth
Hoping for something good to come out of your life.
Then ask your pillow what to do(
Consulting peers and seeking help to guide you through tough times.
Just draw another line,
Starting again, from scratch.
And everything will be just fine
Things have a way of working themselves out eventually.
Swear off today,
Disassociating yourself from events that have happened in the present-day.
Because everything didn't go your way
Unable to control events or outcomes.
You could look me in the eye,
You can assert your dominance and look up to someone.
Tell me where you stand(
You can lead people and show them the right way.
But when you're all stripped down(
In the end, everyone is still human and vulnerable.
You're just black and blue
Everyone experiences pain and suffering, whether physically or emotionally.
Hush, hush
Be quiet and calm.
Hush, hush now(
Calm your nerves, relax.
Hush, hush(
Stop worrying.
Hush, hush(
Be quiet and calm.
Hush, hush now
Calm your nerves, relax.
It's only a bruise(
Things happen and it's not the end of the world.
Only a bruise(
Things happen and it's not the end of the world.
Maybe it'll be perfect(
Possibility of perfect outcomes in life.
Maybe it'll all work out in the end
Things have a way of working themselves out eventually.
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