Freight Train Tale
David Lyrics
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Though you try it I know you can't erase me
Melodies are dancing in my head again
I'm weak I need you in my bed again
The way you crash in my mind
The way you crash in my mind
I always knew we were a time bomb
(Boom Boom)
Desperate for love we but we would never get too far
I see now that we are at war
We gotta let it go before we can rebuild our hearts
Woah oh, cnd now I'm drowning in the Hennessy
Woah oh, Who am I but my own enemy
cnd would you see It, see it
That you are dormant in my mind as a memory
The way you crash in my mind is like a freight train
cnd though you try it I know you can't erase me
Melodies are dancing in my head again
I'm weak I need you in my bed again
I always knew we had a time stamp
Like a firework, we explode and then we fizzle out
I took our love into my own hands
Like a tidal wave, we were strong and then we settled down
Woah oh, cnd now im drowning in the Hennessy
Woah oh, Who am I but my own enemy
cnd would you see It, see it
That you are dormant in my mind as a memory
The way you crash in my mind is like a freight train
cnd though you try it I know you can't erase me
Melodies are dancing in my head again
I'm weak I need you in my bed again
Letting go of our love, ain't so bad
But I can't help but feel that
It's all that I want, all that I want, all that I want
Letting go of it all ain't so bad
But I can't help but feel sad
Cause you're all that I want, all that I want, all that I want
The way you crash in my mind
The way you crash
The way you crash in my mind
The way you, the way you crash in my mind
The lyrics to David's song "Freight Train Tale" depict the intense and overpowering impact someone has on the singer's mind and emotions. The metaphor of a freight train crashing conveys the forcefulness and unstoppable nature of this person's presence in their thoughts. Despite the singer acknowledging that this person may try to erase them from their mind, they firmly believe that it's impossible. The melodies that dance in their head again symbolize the lingering memories and feelings associated with this person, causing the singer to feel weak and longing for them once more.
The song suggests that the relationship between the singer and this person was tumultuous and destined to fail. They describe themselves as a time bomb, desperate for love but unable to sustain a lasting connection. The realization that they are at war with each other emphasizes the profound conflict within their relationship. The plea to let go and rebuild their hearts reflects the need for both parties to release their hold on the past and move forward separately.
The chorus reveals the singer's struggle with their own inner demons. They feel consumed by their own self-destructive tendencies, as represented by drowning in Hennessy and being their own enemy. They acknowledge that this person still exists in their mind, relegated to the status of a dormant memory.
Overall, the lyrics of "Freight Train Tale" delve into the powerful impact someone can have on our minds and emotions, even after a relationship has ended. They express the turmoil, longing, and self-reflection that often accompany the process of letting go and rebuilding.
Line by Line Meaning
The way you crash in my mind is like a freight train
Your presence in my thoughts is overwhelming and forceful, like a powerful and unstoppable freight train.
Though you try it I know you can't erase me
Despite your efforts, I am aware that you cannot completely remove me from your memories or thoughts.
Melodies are dancing in my head again
Once more, beautiful tunes and harmonies are playing and resonating within my mind.
I'm weak I need you in my bed again
I feel vulnerable and longing for your presence and intimacy in my life once more.
I always knew we were a time bomb
I had a deep understanding that our relationship had the potential to explode and cause damage.
(Boom Boom)
Emphasizing the imminent explosion or conflict that was bound to occur.
Desperate for love we but we would never get too far
Despite our desperate desire for love, it was clear that we would never truly progress or find lasting happiness together.
I see now that we are at war
I have come to realize that we are engaged in a constant battle or conflict with each other.
We gotta let it go before we can rebuild our hearts
In order to heal and mend our emotional wounds, we must release our attachment to each other and move forward.
Woah oh, and now I'm drowning in the Hennessy
Intense feelings of sorrow and despair are overwhelming me, symbolized by drowning in alcohol.
Woah oh, Who am I but my own enemy
I am reflecting on the fact that I am the one causing harm and hindering my own progress and happiness.
And would you see it, see it
I wonder if you can perceive or understand the impact you have on me and the pain I experience.
That you are dormant in my mind as a memory
You remain inactive yet vividly present in my thoughts and memories.
I always knew we had a time stamp
I had a sense that our relationship had an expiration date or a limited duration from the beginning.
Like a firework, we explode and then we fizzle out
Our love and passion burned brightly like a firework, but eventually faded away and lost its intensity.
I took our love into my own hands
I took control and responsibility for the fate of our love and relationship.
Like a tidal wave, we were strong and then we settled down
Our love surged and overwhelmed us like a powerful tidal wave, but eventually subsided and became calm.
Letting go of our love ain't so bad
Releasing the attachment to our love and moving on is not as painful or difficult as it may seem.
But I can't help but feel that
However, I cannot deny or suppress the feeling that
It's all that I want, all that I want, all that I want
You are still the only thing I desire and long for, despite the need to let go.
Letting go of it all ain't so bad
Allowing myself to relinquish everything is not as painful or unbearable as it may appear.
But I can't help but feel sad
Yet, I cannot escape the overwhelming feeling of sadness.
Cause you're all that I want, all that I want, all that I want
Because, deep down, you are still the only thing I truly desire and long for.
The way you crash in my mind
Your presence forcefully enters my thoughts.
The way you crash
The forcefulness of your impact or influence.
The way you crash in my mind
Your presence continues to dominate and affect my thoughts.
The way you, the way you crash in my mind
The ongoing impact you have on my thoughts and emotions.
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