Spies
Coldplay Lyrics
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I said how do you live as a fugitive
Down here where I cannot see so clear
I said, what do I know
Show me the right way to go
And the spies came out of the water
But you're feeling so bad 'cause you know
But you can't touch them no, 'cause they're all spies
They're all spies
I awake to see that no one is free
We're all fugitives
Look at the way we live
Down here, I cannot sleep from fear no
I said, which way do I turn
Oh I forget everything I learn
And the spies came out of the water
But you're feeling so bad 'cause you know
The spies hide out in every corner
But you can't touch them no
'Cause they're all spies
They're all spies
And if we all hide here
They're going to find us
And if we don't hide now
They're going to catch us where we sleep
And if we don't hide here
They're going to find us
And spies came out of the water
But you're feeling so good 'cause you know
Though spies hide out in every corner
They can't touch you no
'Cause they're just spies
They're just spies
They're just spies
They're just spies
They're just spies
In Coldplay’s song “Spies”, the lyrics portray a sense of fear and paranoia. The lines “I awake to find no peace of mind” and “Down here where I cannot see so clear” indicate that the singer is feeling trapped and uncertain. He is also aware of the danger around him, as he describes the “spies” that “hide out in every corner”.
The lyrics suggest that we are all “fugitives” and that we cannot trust anyone because everyone is a spy. The line “no one is free” implies that we are all being watched and monitored. The singer is seeking direction and guidance on what to do, as he says “Show me the right way to go” and “Which way do I turn”.
The chorus repeats the theme of the spies, emphasizing the fear and powerlessness that the singer feels. The “spies” are portrayed as omnipresent and impossible to catch. However, at the end of the song, the tone shifts slightly as the singer says “They can’t touch you no, ‘cause they’re just spies”. This line suggests that while the fear and paranoia may be overwhelming, the spies are ultimately powerless.
Overall, “Spies” is a song that explores the themes of fear, paranoia, and powerlessness. The lyrics suggest that we are all being watched and monitored, and that we cannot trust anyone. The final message, however, is that despite the fear, we are ultimately more powerful than those who seek to control us.
Line by Line Meaning
I awake to find no peace of mind
I am restless and troubled upon waking up
I said how do you live as a fugitive
I asked how to survive while being pursued
Down here where I cannot see so clear
In this world where things are unclear
I said, what do I know
I wondered what knowledge or understanding I have
Show me the right way to go
Guide me to the correct path
And the spies came out of the water
Unexpected threats are emerging
But you're feeling so bad 'cause you know
You feel anxious because you are aware of the danger
But the spies hide out in every corner
Danger is lurking everywhere
But you can't touch them no, 'cause they're all spies
You can't eliminate the danger because it is widespread and hidden
I awake to see that no one is free
Everyone is living in fear and captivity
We're all fugitives
We are all on the run from something
Look at the way we live
Consider the manner in which we exist
Down here, I cannot sleep from fear no
I am too afraid to sleep
I said, which way do I turn
I asked for direction and guidance
Oh I forget everything I learn
I am too panicked to think straight
And if we all hide here
If we all choose to conceal ourselves
They're going to find us
We will still be discovered
And if we don't hide now
If we don't take precautions soon
They're going to catch us where we sleep
We will be caught off guard
And spies came out of the water
More unseen threats are emerging
But you're feeling so good 'cause you know
You feel good because you are equipped to handle the danger
Though spies hide out in every corner
The threat is still pervasive and lurking
They can't touch you no
You are impervious to harm
'Cause they're just spies
The danger is not as formidable as it seemed
They're just spies
The danger is not as legitimate as it appeared
They're just spies
The threat is not insurmountable
They're just spies
The danger does not define who we are
They're just spies
We can overcome the danger and rise above it
Lyrics © TuneCore Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Christopher Anthony John Martin, Guy Rupert Berryman, Jonathan Mark Buckland, William Champion
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Then you're not a true Coldplay fan.
@maxwelter9545
'PARACHUTES' and a 'A RUSH OF BLOOD TO THE HEAD' are absolutely brilliant albums.
@maytenoyola562
Estoy de acuerdo contigo. ❤
@moiseslopez5185
Yeah, X&Y too
@gerbilpmc
a rush of blood to the head isn't that good
@kennethalarcon440
@@gerbilpmc you're on something
@panochadeliciosa3949
Nathan C are you nuts? Literally and by far their best album
@knicks3085
The most underrated song from Coldplay.
@Edward_G_Popey
And still hands down one of the Best!
@GerritsRem
Damn fucking right :D #Agree
@mohamed_sadaf
I actually think this is their best song!