If Only
Cian Bennet Lyrics
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While I fall through the floor
Lift me up before I sink some more
I try to paint a picture in your head
You rearrange all of the things I've said
If only we could follow our feet
Look around and plainly see
As vivid as before
Do we not share the same design
We both laugh and cry and hurt sometimes
Still you're blinded by your violent sight
You can only see in black and white
If only we could follow our feet
Look around and plainly see
All the colours
As vivid as before
Please don't hold your breath
You know some things only change when you want them to
Though everything it seems hidden from view
Won't you take your head from your hands
And see
Isn't it funny how we fight
And we love to push away
And we love to give out blame
Though we won't receive it
Some questions they will turn you upside down
It's easier to block out all the sound
I tell myself that I'm still in the right
The blackened skies make sleeping hard some nights
If only we could follow our feet
Look around and plainly see
All the colours
As vivid as before
Please don't hold your breath
You know some things only change when you want them to
Though everything it seems hidden from view
Won't you take your head from your hands
And see
Isn't it funny how we fight
And we love to push away
And we love to give out blame
Though we won't receive it
Oh you mirror hanging there on the wall
Am I just as cruel as them all
Stony exterior made up my mind
I'll batter and bruise till you see with my eyes
Oh you mirror hanging there on the wall
Am I just as cruel as them all
Stony exterior made up my mind
I'll batter and bruise till you see with my eyes
If only it was easy
If only it was quick
If only it took nothing
But nothing's an easy fix
If only
If only
If only
If only
The lyrics to Cian Bennet's song "If Only" explore themes of perception, communication, and self-reflection. The opening lines, "You fill the air, While I fall through the floor, Lift me up before I sink some more," depict a sense of imbalance and vulnerability. It suggests that while one person dominates the conversation or relationship, the other feels neglected or overshadowed. The desire to be heard and understood is further expressed in the line, "I try to paint a picture in your head, You rearrange all of the things I've said." Here, the singer feels frustrated that their words are not being comprehended or acknowledged.
The chorus, "If only we could follow our feet, Look around and plainly see, All the colors, As vivid as before," suggests a longing for a shared understanding and perspective. It implies that if both parties could truly listen and empathize with one another, they would be able to see the world in all its richness and complexity. The lyrics also address the tendency to view situations in binary terms, particularly through the line, "You can only see in black and white." This highlights the limitations of rigid thinking and the missed opportunities for a more nuanced understanding.
The second verse delves into the challenges of personal growth and self-reflection. It speaks to the resistance to change and the temptation to remain complacent, even in the face of dissatisfaction. The line, "Won't you take your head from your hands and see, Isn't it funny how we fight, And we love to push away, And we love to give out blame, Though we won't receive it," reflects the tendency to deflect accountability and avoid introspection. The lyrics also acknowledge the difficulty of facing difficult questions and the potential discomfort that comes with self-examination.
Overall, "If Only" is a song that urges for open-mindedness, understanding, and taking responsibility for one's actions and perceptions. It encourages listeners to consider their role in relationships and to strive for a more compassionate and empathetic approach.
Line by Line Meaning
You fill the air
Your presence surrounds and permeates the atmosphere
While I fall through the floor
Meanwhile, I experience a deep sense of sinking and despair
Lift me up before I sink some more
Please rescue me from this worsening state of emotional decline
I try to paint a picture in your head
I attempt to convey a vivid image or idea within your mind
You rearrange all of the things I've said
However, you alter and reinterpret everything I have expressed
If only we could follow our feet
If only we could trust our instincts and observe our surroundings
Look around and plainly see
To truly observe and comprehend the things as they are
All the colours
The various aspects and nuances of life
As vivid as before
Retaining their intensity and vibrancy
Do we not share the same design
Aren't we fundamentally similar in nature
We both laugh and cry and hurt sometimes
We both experience joy, sorrow, and pain on occasions
Still you're blinded by your violent sight
Nevertheless, you are blinded by a narrow and aggressive perspective
You can only see in black and white
Your perception is limited to extremes, lacking nuance and understanding
Please don't hold your breath
Please refrain from waiting or expecting immediate change
You know some things only change when you want them to
It is important to acknowledge that some transformations require personal initiative
Though everything it seems hidden from view
Despite the seeming concealment of various aspects of life
Won't you take your head from your hands
Please lift your head and free yourself from despair
And see
Observe and comprehend the truth of the matter
Isn't it funny how we fight
Isn't it ironic how we engage in conflict
And we love to push away
And we often display a tendency to distance ourselves
And we love to give out blame
And we greatly enjoy assigning fault to others
Though we won't receive it
However, we ourselves are unwilling to accept accountability
Some questions they will turn you upside down
Certain inquiries have the power to completely disorient and unsettle you
It's easier to block out all the sound
It's more convenient to suppress and ignore all external noise
I tell myself that I'm still in the right
I convince myself that I remain justified in my actions
The blackened skies make sleeping hard some nights
The dark and oppressive atmosphere inhibits peaceful sleep on certain occasions
Oh you mirror hanging there on the wall
Oh, mirror suspended on the wall
Am I just as cruel as them all
Am I equally heartless and unkind as everyone else
Stony exterior made up my mind
A hardened exterior influenced my decision
I'll batter and bruise till you see with my eyes
I will verbally and emotionally harm until you perceive things from my perspective
If only it was easy
If only the task was straightforward and uncomplicated
If only it was quick
If only the process could be expedited
If only it took nothing
If only it required no effort or sacrifice
But nothing's an easy fix
However, resolving issues requires substantial effort and dedication
If only
Expressing a desire for things to be different
If only
Reiterating the aforementioned desire for change
If only
Conveying a sense of longing and dissatisfaction
If only
Emphasizing the yearning for an alternative reality
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Written by: Cian Bennet, Mabel Windred-Wornes
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