JUDE
Dan Mangan & Jesse Zubot Lyrics
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So much for fear
So much to fill you in on, now that you're here
Timing is everything
Moments arrive
And it ain't no accident planets align
Forces combine
Agents decide
Timing is everything
Moments arrive
And it ain't no accident planets align
Forces combine
Chances collide
Agents decide
The lyrics of "Jude" by Dan Mangan and Jesse Zubot is a celebration of timing and how the universe works in mysterious ways. The opening lines suggest that there was some previous disagreement or tension to address, but now that the person is here, there is no need to discuss it. The song then progresses to explain that timing is everything, and moments arrive in our lives that are not simply a coincidence. The universe works in such a way that planets align, forces combine, and opportunities and decisions happen that directly contribute to the course of our lives.
The repetition of the lyrics "timing is everything, moments arrive" emphasizes the idea that we have to be ready and receptive to these moments in life. Moreover, the line "agents decide" suggests that there is a higher power at work, guiding the direction of our lives. Overall, the song portrays that life is a journey of continuous evolution and growth, and we should embrace every moment, even the uncomfortable ones, because they all contribute to our overall growth.
Line by Line Meaning
So much for bones to pick
We can dismiss any issues that may arise.
So much for fear
We can let go of any fear we may have had.
So much to fill you in on, now that you're here
There is a lot to catch up on now that you have arrived.
Timing is everything
The timing of events is crucial.
Moments arrive
Opportunities present themselves.
And it ain't no accident planets align
It's not a coincidence when everything falls into place.
Forces combine
Different elements work together.
Chances collide
Opportunities intersect unexpectedly.
Agents decide
Those with the power to make choices steer events in a certain direction.
Contributed by Riley G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.