High Speed
Coldplay Lyrics
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Before my head explodes
Or my head starts to ring
We've been living life
Inside a bubble
We've been living life
Inside a bubble
Confidence in you
Is confidence in me
Is confidence in high speed
Can anybody stop this thing
Before my head explodes
Or my head starts to ring
We've been living life
Inside a bubble
We've been living life
Inside a bubble
Confidence in you
Is confidence in me
Is confidence in high speed
High speed
High speed
High speed you on
High speed you on
High speed you on
High speed you on
The lyrics of Coldplay's song "High Speed" speak to the idea of living life on the edge and embracing the feeling of uncertainty and danger that comes with it. In these lyrics, the singer is feeling the effects of the high-speed lifestyle, with their head ringing and a sense of urgency to control the situation before it spirals out of control. The repetition of the phrase "we've been living life inside a bubble" suggests that the singer and those they are addressing have been closing themselves off from the world, living in a limited, isolated environment. It's easy to imagine that this lifestyle has left them feeling restless and unfulfilled.
One interpretation of the phrase "confidence in you is confidence in me" is that the singer is addressing someone who is piloting this high-speed lifestyle. They are putting their faith in this person's ability to lead them through a dangerous situation, which corresponds to trusting themselves to take necessary risks. It is a declaration of trust and team mentality. The phrase "high speed you on" seems to encourage this person to continue blazing through life at a fast pace, to not slow down or second-guess themselves.
Overall, "High Speed" is a song that celebrates living life boldly, even if that means taking risks and not always being in control. The lyrics suggest that there is something exhilarating about living on the edge and that it can bring a sense of fulfillment that can't be found in a life of safety and routine.
Line by Line Meaning
Can anybody fly this thing
Is there anyone who can take control of this situation?
Before my head explodes
Before I become overwhelmed and lose control of my thoughts.
Or my head starts to ring
Before I become so stressed that I experience physical symptoms such as ringing in my ears.
We've been living life
We've been existing or operating in our current state.
Inside a bubble
In our own little world or echo chamber.
Confidence in you
Having trust and faith in someone else.
Is confidence in me
Believing in someone else can boost my own belief in myself.
Is confidence in high speed
Believing in ourselves and moving forward quickly and decisively.
Can anybody stop this thing
Is there anyone who can slow down or halt this situation?
High speed
Moving quickly and without hesitation.
High speed you on
Encouraging someone to continue moving forward quickly and confidently.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Christopher Anthony John Martin, Guy Rupert Berryman, Jonathan Mark Buckland, William Champion
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Alyas Scofield
on Yellow
love it
Jeannie Smith
on A Sky Full of Stars
<3 love it!
Jeannie Smith
on Shiver
Also I'd like to add that this song and some oyher stuff makes me think of The Bee Gees for some reason.
Jeannie Smith
on Shiver
I like this because of Lucy who's knickname is Shivers.
Jeannie Smith
on Speed of Sound
I like all of Coldplay's songs so far. :)
Jeannie Smith
on O
I like this.
Jeannie Smith
on A Sky Full of Stars
love this song <3
Jeannie Smith
on A Sky Full of Stars
Like this!
Kirstine Reville
on Fix You
NICE