Persephone
Cocteau Twins (1984 - Treasure) Lyrics
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Hey, ever dirt even there month got a car
Here's what it takes [Repeat x4]
Paper chase is on
These are on my speed
For he warbled
Bought arachnophobe
Paper chase is on
These are on my space
Paper chase is on hey, the chances I must face
These are on my speed Oh, you warbler
For he warbled hey, that's by the car
Bought arachnophobe
On the tiara
By the gin's rack
Paper chase is on
These are on my space
I watch him trail [Repeat x4]
Hey, for eight means paper chase
Paper warm beings means the paper chase
For our time being's for our time being's never changes this
Never changes this [Repeat x2]
Here's what it takes [Repeat x6]
Paper warm beings means the paper chase here's what it takes
For our time being's never changes this
[Repeat x3]
Here's what it takes
Hey, for eight means paper chase
For our time being's never changes this
[Repeat x2]
The lyrics to Cocteau Twins' "Persephone" are difficult to decipher, as they are a series of seemingly unrelated phrases strung together with no clear narrative. However, the use of repetition and the ethereal nature of the music suggest that the lyrics may be more about creating a mood or atmosphere than telling a story.
The first verse begins with the phrase "Hey, the chances I must waste." This could be interpreted as the singer regretting missed opportunities, or perhaps acknowledging the futility of trying to control one's destiny. The repeated phrase "Here's what it takes" could be seen as a statement of determination, a reminder to keep pushing forward despite setbacks.
The lyrics take on a surreal quality in the second verse, with images of spiders, a tiara, and a gin's rack. The repeated line "I watch him trail" adds to the sense of otherworldliness. The lyrics in the third verse are even more cryptic, with phrases like "paper warm beings" and "our time being's never changes this."
Overall, the lyrics to "Persephone" are open to interpretation and may mean something different to each listener. However, they contribute to the dreamy, otherworldly sound that Cocteau Twins are known for.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, the chances I must waste
Acknowledging the probability of wasted opportunities
Hey, ever dirt even there month got a car
Hey, everyone has something to hoard or own.
Here's what it takes [Repeat x4]
Emphasizing the importance of perseverance and determination.
Paper chase is on
Referring to the pursuit for material success.
These are on my speed
Acting swiftly under the effects of success.
For he warbled
Describing the influence of a powerful figure.
Bought arachnophobe
Possessing irrational fears that hinders progress.
On the tiara, by the gin's rack
Surroundings that highlight the glamour of success.
Paper chase is on, these are on my space
Reiterating the pursuit for material success and how it occupies personal space.
I watch him trail [Repeat x4]
Observing how others chase after the same goals.
Hey, for eight means paper chase
Eight as a lucky number associated with prosperity.
Paper warm beings means the paper chase
Highlighting how the pursuit for material success is a common theme.
For our time being's never changes this, never changes this [Repeat x2]
Emphasizing how time does not alter the constant need for success.
Hey, for eight means paper chase
Reiterating that prosperity is associated with the number eight.
For our time being's never changes this [Repeat x2]
Emphasizing the constant pursuit for success.
Here's what it takes [Repeat x6]
Repeatedly highlighting the importance of determination.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELIZABETH FRASER, ROBIN A. GUTHRIE, SIMON PHILIP RAYMONDE
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