2) The shortlived Atlanta based grind outfit Charmer unleashes sheer visceral madness. Trimming down to merely a vocalist, guitarist, and drummer, their sole release has been a self-titled 7" (of which only 150 were pressed and all were sold on Charmer's most recent tour). Due to the damage caused by their furious live shows, the members have done a helluva job keeping their identities more or less a secret, having been known to perform adorned in gas masks and under many different aliases.
Since the band's break-up, guitarist "Emmerson Longfellow" and vocalist "Pelham Winchester" began writing under the guies of End Life (http://myspace.com/endfuckinglife).
Floral
Charmer Lyrics
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While we sit here cross-legged
Smoking away just every single day
But you're too nervous to sing in front of me
Floral pattern on your sheets
You can put a henna tattoo anywhere on me
You can put a henna tattoo anywhere on me
But you called just to tell me
That I left my jacket
On the front seat of your car
I didn't know if that was a sign
That you had something
You wanted to talk about
'Cause you're not one to bring things up
Will you think of me
As you study abroad over seas
As I think of you and the floral patterns on your bed sheets
Why'd you have to leave?
Floral patterns on your sheets
You can put a henna tattoo anywhere on me
Will you ever think of me?
(You can put a henna tattoo anywhere on me)
As you study abroad over seas
The lyrics to "Floral" by Charmer tell a story of a complicated and somewhat uncertain relationship. The singer describes spending lazy days in bed with their partner, smoking and enjoying each other's company. However, there is a sense of unease indicated by the line "But you're too nervous to sing in front of me," suggesting that there may be a lack of open communication or emotional vulnerability between them.
The mention of the floral pattern on the partner's sheets, along with the offer to put a henna tattoo anywhere on the singer, symbolizes a desire for intimacy and closeness. It signifies a willingness to embrace and become a part of each other's lives. However, the mention of the jacket left in the partner's car introduces a subtle tension. The singer wonders if there is something significant behind this gesture, as the partner is not typically forthcoming about their feelings or concerns.
The song takes a bittersweet turn when the singer expresses their longing for the partner who is about to study abroad. The repetition of the floral patterns serves as a reminder of the partner and their absence. There is a sense of both longing and resignation as the singer questions if the partner will think of them while they are apart. Ultimately, the song captures the complexity of a relationship where there are both moments of deep connection and vulnerability, as well as moments of uncertainty and distance.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll stay in your bed all day
I want to spend all my time with you, even if it means staying in bed all day
While we sit here cross-legged
We are comfortable and relaxed in each other's presence
Smoking away just every single day
We spend our days together, enjoying each other's company and indulging in our shared habit of smoking
But you're too nervous to sing in front of me
You feel vulnerable and self-conscious about expressing yourself through singing in my presence
Floral pattern on your sheets
The floral patterns on your bed sheets represent the beauty and tenderness of our intimate moments together
You can put a henna tattoo anywhere on me
You have the freedom to mark me with your love and affection, symbolized by the henna tattoo
But you called just to tell me
You reached out to me specifically to share something important
That I left my jacket
You found my jacket that I accidentally left behind
On the front seat of your car
You discovered my jacket on the front seat of your car, reminding you of our shared memories
I didn't know if that was a sign
I was uncertain if finding my jacket was a symbolic gesture or had a deeper meaning
That you had something
It made me wonder if you had something important you wanted to discuss
You wanted to talk about
I thought you might have a topic or issue on your mind that you were hesitant to bring up
'Cause you're not one to bring things up
You usually avoid addressing or initiating conversations about difficult subjects
Will you think of me
I wonder if you will remember me
As you study abroad over seas
While you are away studying in a foreign country
As I think of you and the floral patterns on your bed sheets
I will reminisce about you and the special moments we shared, symbolized by the floral patterns on your bed sheets
Why'd you have to leave?
I can't help but question why you had to go away, leaving me behind
Will you ever think of me?
I hope that you will remember me and the meaningful connection we had
(You can put a henna tattoo anywhere on me)
I am still willing to wear your mark of love and affection, represented by the henna tattoo
As you study abroad over seas
While you are away studying in a foreign country
Contributed by Henry D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@chillwavve
I'll Stay in your bed all day
While we sit here crossed legged
Smoking away every single day
But you're too nervous to sing in front of me
Floral patterns on your sheets
You can put a henna tattoo anywhere on me
But you called just to tell me that I left my jacket on the front seat of your car and I didn't know if that was a sign that you had something that you wanted to talk about
Because you're not one to bring things up
Will you think of me as you study abroad over seas as I think of you and the floral patterns on your bed sheets
Why'd you have to leave
@noahdement9271
I’ve lost count of the times I’ve listened to this album front to back. It still gives me chills every time I listen. What a masterpiece
@owenbundles57O
The way the emotion of the harmony hits on that "And why'd you have to leave" line gives me chills every time.
@TomaBrick
Been listening to this song on repeat recently. Super catchy love that riff and melody at the beginning!
@marcd.2755
Started getting into emo revival these last 12 months and now I've found the album I've been looking for this whole time.
@chillwavve
this album captures that sound perfectly
@cxssetteman182
Great Music is Eternal, Marky boy
@1Capnjazz
Same.
@jalessio98
Has to be one of my favorite songs I’ve heard in a long time, the mix between the emotion and the music itself really hits. Keep it up guys💯
@fen5769
1:49-2:10 is the biggest punch in the gut ever
@cxssetteman182
This Album sounds like bruises you get after Faceplanting off of a Bike.