High & Dry
Cullum Jamie Lyrics
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Flying on your motorcycle, watching all the ground beneath you drop
You'd kill yourself for recognition; kill yourself to never ever stop
You broke another mirror; you're turning into something you are not
Don't leave me high, don't leave me dry
Don't leave me high, don't leave me dry
All your insides fall to pieces, you just sit there wishing you could still make love
They're the ones who'll hate you when you think you've got the world all sussed out
They're the ones who'll spit at you, you will be the one screaming out
Don't leave me high, don't leave me dry
Don't leave me high, don't leave me dry
It's the best thing that you have ever had
It's the best thing that you have ever had
Don't leave me high, don't leave me dry
Don't leave me high, don't leave me dry
In Jamie Cullum's song "High & Dry," the lyrics paint a picture of a person who is constantly striving for recognition and success, even if it means putting themselves in dangerous situations. The opening lines of the song suggest that this person is reckless and in search of thrills, perhaps as a way to escape from their own sense of inadequacy. They are portrayed as someone who is not content with their current situation and is always looking for something more.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that this person's pursuit of success has not brought them happiness. Their relationships are falling apart, and they are unable to communicate effectively with others. They are consumed by their own ambition and have lost touch with what is truly important in life. The line "you just sit there wishing you could still make love" suggests that they have lost the ability to connect with others on a deeper level.
The chorus of the song is a plea from a perspective of someone who is left behind by this person's obsession with success. They do not want to be abandoned while this person chases their dreams. The repetition of the lines "Don't leave me high, don't leave me dry" emphasize the desperation of this plea.
Overall, the lyrics to "High & Dry" explore the dark side of ambition and the dangers of prioritizing success over personal connections.
Line by Line Meaning
Two jumps in a week, I bet you think that's pretty clever don't you, boy?
You are proud of managing to do two extraordinary things this week.
Flying on your motorcycle, watching all the ground beneath you drop
You are living life dangerously and taking risks.
You'd kill yourself for recognition; kill yourself to never ever stop
You are willing to go to any lengths to be famous and successful.
You broke another mirror; you're turning into something you are not
Your behavior is changing, and you are becoming someone you never wanted to be.
Don't leave me high, don't leave me dry
I need your support and care. Don't abandon me.
Drying up in conversation, you will be the one who cannot talk
You are struggling to engage in conversations and becoming isolated.
All your insides fall to pieces, you just sit there wishing you could still make love
Your emotional and mental state is deteriorating, and you miss the intimacy you've lost.
They're the ones who'll hate you when you think you've got the world all sussed out
The people who are close to you will turn against you when they see you trying to control everything around you.
They're the ones who'll spit at you, you will be the one screaming out
The same people who once cared about you will leave you helpless and alone, and you will have no choice but to cry out for help.
It's the best thing that you have ever had
Our relationship is the most important thing in your life.
Don't leave me high, don't leave me dry
I need your love and support now more than ever. Don't abandon me.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Colin Charles Greenwood, Edward John O'Brien, Jonathan Richard Guy Greenwood, Philip James Selway, Thomas Edward Yorke
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@paullevavasseur8608
I was at this concert, it was pure magic... and the choir kept singing after he left the scene, and then came back one last time ! he is incredible <3
@chronix4776
For everybody who havent seen him live just yet... you have to do it, he is so increadibly good on stage.
@1966wilky
His voice is slightly out of sinc. I’m not saying he’s miming just that the sound is a tiny bit out.
It doesn’t make any difference to me, as long as I can hear him!
@klaraliontheroad
the guy screaming 'I love you Jamie' at the end is very me.
@summerbummer167
No phones, no cameras. Everybody literally just enjoyed the show
@Rob_Gibson
This is special. Wow, man. That crowd participation at the 6 minute mark, that's worth the price of a ticket and then some...
@yustinedudney
i hope someday gonna see him live!!!
@barbarareid7514
Me too...Come to NYS! I love you Jamie!
@Pinzledick
I am not saying his studio recording is bad, but his live is always better. Great!
@sljf555
I saw him last night at the London Palladium, he and his band are still on top form.