Little Talks
Corey Gray Alexi Blue Lyrics

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I don't like walking around this old and empty house
So hold my hand, I'll walk with you my dear
The stairs creak as I sleep, it's keeping me awake
It's the house telling you to close your eyes

Some days I can't even trust myself
It's killing me to see you this way

'Cause though the truth may vary
This ship will carry
Our bodies safe to shore

There's an old voice in my head that's holding me back
Well tell her that I miss our little talks
Soon it will all be over and buried with our past
We used to play outside when we were young,
And full of life and full of love

Some days I don't know if I am wrong or right
Your mind is playing tricks on you, my dear

'Cause though the truth may vary
This ship will carry
Our bodies safe to shore

Don't listen to a word I say
The screams all sound the same

Though the truth may vary
This ship will carry
Our bodies safe to shore

You're gone gone gone away
I watched you disappear
All that's left is a ghost of you
Now we're torn torn torn apart, there's nothing we can do
Just let me go we'll meet again soon
Now wait wait wait for me
Please hang around
I'll see you when I fall asleep

Don't listen to a word I say
The screams all sound the same

Though the truth may vary
This ship will carry
Our bodies safe to shore

Don't listen to a word I say
The screams all sound the same

Though the truth may vary

This ship will carry
Our bodies safe to shore

Overall Meaning

The song "Little Talks" tells the story of two lovers who are struggling with trust and communication in their relationship. The opening verse sets the atmosphere for the song, describing an old and empty house that the singer doesn't like to walk around alone. The stairs creak, reminding the singer to close their eyes, indicating that there is something scary in this house. However, the singer asks their lover to hold their hand and walk beside them, implying that even though there are scary things in their relationship, they still want to face them together.

The chorus reveals that the relationship is affected by trust issues, and the truth varies depending on the person's perspective. However, the singer assures their lover that they will make it through these difficulties, using the imagery of a ship carrying their bodies safely to shore. The second verse also touches on the idea of trust issues, with the singer saying that they sometimes don't know if they are right or wrong. The bridge of the song indicates that the singer is trying to overcome a voice in their head that is holding them back, saying that they miss their lover's little talks.

The song's theme resonates with many people, as relationships are not always easy, and trust is a critical element when it comes to building a healthy connection. The song's haunting melody complements the lyrics, painting a beautiful picture of two lovers trying to overcome their trust issues, inspired by the imagery of an old and empty house.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't like walking around this old and empty house
The emptiness and loneliness of this house makes me uncomfortable and sad.

So hold my hand, I'll walk with you my dear
Please comfort me and let's walk together through the house, holding hands.

The stairs creak as I sleep, it's keeping me awake
The noise of the creaky stairs is preventing me from sleeping peacefully.

It's the house telling you to close your eyes
The house is trying to put you to sleep, despite the noises.

Some days I can't even trust myself
I have days where I doubt my own choices and actions.

It's killing me to see you this way
It's painful to witness you struggling and suffering.

'Cause though the truth may vary This ship will carry Our bodies safe to shore
Despite the uncertainty of life and its many truths, we will be supported and kept safe throughout.

There's an old voice in my head that's holding me back
I have an inner voice that's preventing me from moving forward.

Well tell her that I miss our little talks
Please let this voice know that I miss the moments where I could converse with it.

Soon it will all be over and buried with our past
Eventually, we will move on from these burdens and leave them behind us.

We used to play outside when we were young, And full of life and full of love
In the past, we were carefree and happy, enjoying life to the fullest.

Some days I don't know if I am wrong or right
I have moments where I question the correctness of my actions.

Your mind is playing tricks on you, my dear
Your thoughts and emotions may be deceiving you.

Don't listen to a word I say The screams all sound the same
Please don't pay attention to my words, as they are no different than the rest of the turmoil around us.

You're gone gone gone away I watched you disappear All that's left is a ghost of you Now we're torn torn torn apart, there's nothing we can do
You've left and disappeared, leaving me with only memories of who you used to be. Now we are broken apart and helpless to change it.

Just let me go we'll meet again soon
Please accept that we must part ways for now, and trust that we will reunite in the future.

Now wait wait wait for me Please hang around I'll see you when I fall asleep
Please be patient and stay with me, even if it's just in my dreams.

Though the truth may vary This ship will carry Our bodies safe to shore
Despite the changes and uncertainty in life, we will always be supported and taken care of.

Don't listen to a word I say The screams all sound the same
Please disregard my words, as they carry no real comfort or reassurance.

Though the truth may vary This ship will carry Our bodies safe to shore
Despite the unpredictability of life, we will always find a way to stay afloat and keep ourselves safe.

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