Sound Of Thunder
Clover Lyrics


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Sorrys fill up in the air, there is a sound of thunder
I try to draw you up but I am drawn under
And I sit on the floor with my rum
I cannot use my knife or draw my gun

Machines are spinning around, I'm stuck in the city
I try to catch a bus but it was all filled up
And I sit on the floor with my rum
I cannot use my knife or draw my gun

Sorrys fill up the air, there is a sound of thunder
I try to draw you up but I am drawn under
And I sit on the floor with my rum
I cannot use my knife or draw my gun





Ah, rocking, ooh, the sound of thunder, oh
And do you not think that the sound, yeah oh

Overall Meaning

The opening line “Sorrys fill up in the air, there is a sound of thunder” gives a sense of remorse and pain in the atmosphere. The singer is filled with sorrow and regret for their actions and words that have caused some form of upheaval or altercation in their life. The sound of thunder that follows represents the intensity of the situation and the turmoil that the singer is feeling. The second line “I try to draw you up but I am drawn under” reveals that the singer is trying to resolve and salvage a relationship or a situation but is forced to concede defeat, leaving them feeling powerless and vulnerable.


The following lines “And I sit on the floor with my rum, I cannot use my knife or draw my gun” gives off imagery of isolation and introspection. The singer is sitting on the floor possibly because they have been knocked down metaphorically or are reflecting on past mistakes. The appearance of alcohol in the line implies that the singer is trying to cope with the situation by drowning their sorrows. Comparing oneself to a knife or a gun could suggest that the singer is usually fiercely protective, but in this moment of vulnerability, they are unable to use these weapons to defend themselves.


The last few lines are a repetition of the first two lines: “Sorrys fill up the air, there is a sound of thunder, I try to draw you up but I am drawn under.” This further emphasizes the despair and hopelessness that the singer feels about their situation. In essence, the song is about being stuck in a tumultuous situation, dealing with regret, and feeling powerless.


Line by Line Meaning

Sorrys fill up in the air, there is a sound of thunder
Apologies are rampant, and it's as if they are echoing like the sound of a thunderstorm.


I try to draw you up but I am drawn under
I attempt to lift myself up, but I am dragged down by the difficult situation.


And I sit on the floor with my rum
I am defeated and feeling hopeless, trying to forget my feelings with alcohol.


I cannot use my knife or draw my gun
I am unable to defend myself or take any aggressive measures due to my circumstances.


Machines are spinning around, I'm stuck in the city
The chaos of city life is overwhelming, and I am stuck in the middle of it all.


I try to catch a bus but it was all filled up
I attempt to escape from the commotion, but even the means of transportation are unavailable.


Ah, rocking, ooh, the sound of thunder, oh
The sound of thunder is constant, and it's as if everything is in turmoil.


And do you not think that the sound, yeah oh
Can't you hear the turmoil and chaos surrounding us?




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@philippedefossez2952

I remember playing this song over and over and over again as an eight year old, almost driving the whole family crazy. Today, at the age of sixty, the feeling's exactly the same. Point is: there's no such thing as being an "adult", for the child within knows nothing about age. And the right music melts all those years like snowflakes.

@feralmettle1504

Have you ever thought about the lyric?

@vickietudor4506

Still have my original album (vinyl). It is not mint...but still plays perfectly.

@timleonard5597

Don't let the child within try to talk you into doing the crazy dancing though. Your knees will thank you.

@mzbosschockiercmzbosschock3923

SHO YOU RITE FOSHO I'M FEELINN YOU IM 55 AND ALL ABOWT DAT OLL SKOOL

@sueishere25

Good for you.

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@patgerber8416

I am 65 and still listening. Had the privilege of growing up in the 60s onwards. Best music ever!

@ElicBehexan

67 here! This was my sister's (63) favorite song for quite a while - I liked it too.

@virtuous7466

Man you are one lucky guy growing up in that time

@michaelfranklin5749

70 years old and what memories of then!! Young, stud happy carefree dancing the nights away

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