Only The Wine
David Gray Lyrics


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Sprung like a wild orchid
Curled like a wave
Hanging like wood smoke yeah
In the airy glade
Only the wine talking
Only the wine
Head spinning, mouth open
Time after time

Sympathetic
Won't forget it
Hope I never live to see the day
Gone forever
Ah whatever
Have to find a way
Home

Coiled in my synapses
Poised like a snake
There as the time lapses
And the levee breaks
Only the wine talking
Only the wine
Head spinning, mouth open
Time after time

Sympathetic
Won't forget it
Hope I never live to see the day
Gone forever
Ah whatever
Have to find a way
The way




The way
Home

Overall Meaning

In David Gray's song Only The Wine, the lyrics seem to paint a picture of someone in a state of intoxication, possibly from the consumption of wine. The first verse seems to describe the person's physical state, using imagery of a wild orchid and a wave to suggest a sense of uncontrolled energy or movement. This is juxtaposed with the calming image of wood smoke in an airy glade. The repeated line "Only the wine talking" reinforces the idea that the person's behavior is influenced by alcohol. The second verse delves deeper into the person's mental state, describing the way their thoughts are coiled like a snake and how they feel as time passes and their inhibitions are lowered. The overall tone is one of confusion and uncertainty, as the person is struggling to find their way home.


The refrain of "Sympathetic, won't forget it" hints at a relationship between the person and someone else - perhaps the singer, or a friend or lover. The lines "Hope I never live to see the day / Gone forever, ah whatever" suggest a fear of losing that connection, and a desperation to hold onto it. The phrase "Have to find a way" is repeated twice, emphasizing the urgency of the situation and the need for resolution.


Overall, the lyrics of Only The Wine seem to explore the complex emotions and behaviors that can be brought on by alcohol, as well as the fragility of relationships and the fear of losing someone important. The imagery used throughout the song creates a dream-like atmosphere, reflecting the distorted perception that can accompany intoxication.


Line by Line Meaning

Sprung like a wild orchid
Feeling alive and vibrant in the moment, like a wild flower bursting with color


Curled like a wave
Feeling the ebb and flow of life, like a wave rolling into shore


Hanging like wood smoke yeah
Feeling elusive and transient, like the smoke of a fire drifting through the air


In the airy glade
Experiencing a sense of freedom and openness, like being surrounded by trees in a forest


Only the wine talking
Feeling the effects of alcohol taking over, making it hard to think clearly


Head spinning, mouth open
Feeling dizzy and overwhelmed, unable to speak or articulate thoughts


Sympathetic
Feeling empathetic and understanding towards others


Won't forget it
Making a promise to oneself to remember the current feeling and experience


Hope I never live to see the day
Sincerely wishing to avoid a future event or circumstance that could bring pain or suffering


Gone forever
Reflecting on the impermanence of life and how things can never be the same way twice


Ah whatever
Accepting the unpredictability of life and the fact that not everything can be controlled or understood


Have to find a way
Feeling an urgency to move forward and find a solution to a problem or challenge


Coiled in my synapses
Feeling a sensation deep in the mind, like a coiled snake waiting to strike


Poised like a snake
Being prepared to act quickly and decisively, like a snake ready to strike its prey


There as the time lapses
Being present and aware as time passes, experiencing every moment fully


And the levee breaks
Feeling a sense of release or relief, like water breaking through a barrier


The way
Searching for a path or direction to follow, both metaphorically and in a literal sense


Home
Reflecting on the concept of home and what it means to feel safe and connected




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: DAVID GRAY

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Comments from YouTube:

@magicmatt1969

I remember first hearing this album. Really special, very uplifting. Underrated work by Mr Gray. True artistry at work

@katsullivan7274

Love this. I have it playing on loop just now. When I listen with my headphones on and close my eyes, I swear this music transports me to another place 😊💖

@ABc-gf3tq

Thanks for everything David. Never stop

@AyJayAreDii

c'est bien! nouveau cadeau pour noël 

@2minstral

Replaced the unofficial audio version of "Only the Wine" on the Best of 2010 & the main Soft Rock Playlists with your official audio. I had been sharing "Only the Wine" all over the internet for the past few years. Great tune, and deserving of many awards 8-)

@Moonatikgs

Sprung like a wild orchid
Curled like a wave
Hanging like wood smoke yeah
In the airy glade
Only the wine talking
Only the wine
Head spinning, mouth open
Time after time

Sympathetic
Won't forget it
Hope I never live to see the day
Gone forever
Ah whatever
Have to find a way
Home

Coiled in my synapses
Poised like a snake
There as the time lapses
And the levee breaks
Only the wine talking
Only the wine
Head spinning, mouth open
Time after time

Sympathetic
Won't forget it
Hope I never live to see the day
Gone forever
Ah whatever
Have to find a way
The way
The way
Home

@davidgray5585

Love the man

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