Like Ivy
Dayglow Lyrics
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What in tarnation is going on?
I get the feeling I'm participating
In a demonstration, they're just playing along
Is it real?
I still wouldn't know
The leaves surround me, I can't see a thing
And time moves at the strangest of paces
On a daily basis, it's recurring to me
Is it real?
I still wouldn't know
It's taken time to realize
Maybe I might be someone else inside your mind
I'm learning to see what it is, for what it is
I don't have to know where I'll be while it begins
I'm learning to grow
The lyrics to Dayglow's song Like Ivy describe the feeling of being lost and confused in a seemingly simulated reality. The singer questions whether their experiences are real or just part of some grand experiment or demonstration. They feel as though they are growing up like ivy, constantly surrounded and blocked by the leaves, unable to see what is truly going on around them. Time moves in strange ways, forcing them to confront the recurring nature of their existence.
Despite this uncertainty, the singer is learning to accept their situation and grow. They realize that they may not be in control of their reality, but they can choose how they react to it. They acknowledge that they may be someone else's creation, but they can still learn to see their situation for what it is and not worry too much about the future.
Overall, the lyrics to Like Ivy suggest a feeling of helplessness in the face of an uncertain and possibly fabricated reality. But the singer is determined to make the most of their situation and grow despite the obstacles in their way.
Line by Line Meaning
Am I inside some strange simulation?
Questioning the reality of the situation
What in tarnation is going on?
Expressing disbelief or confusion
I get the feeling I'm participating
Sensing involvement of oneself
In a demonstration, they're just playing along
Suggesting that actions are predetermined and controlled
Is it real?
Repeating the initial question
I still wouldn't know
None the wiser about the situation
And each day I'm growing up like ivy
Metaphor for personal growth
The leaves surround me, I can't see a thing
Implies temporary blindness, growing pains
And time moves at the strangest of paces
Noticing time behaving abnormally
On a daily basis, it's recurring to me
Recognizing pattern in life
It's taken time to realize
Acknowledges change or growth over time
Maybe I might be someone else inside your mind
Considered the idea of oneself in another's thoughts
I'm learning to see what it is, for what it is
Adopting a more practical and direct outlook
I don't have to know where I'll be while it begins
Accepting the unknown in personal growth
I'm learning to grow
Final affirmation of growth and learning
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sloan Christian Struble
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SALAMANDRA
Am I inside some strange simulation?
What in tarnation is going on?
I get the feeling I'm participating
In a demonstration, they're just playing along
Is it real?
I still wouldn't know
And each day I'm growing up like ivy
The leaves surround me
I can't see a thing
And time moves at the strangest of paces
On a daily basis it's recurring to me
Is it real?
I still wouldn't know
It's taken time to realize
Maybe I might be someone else inside your mind
I'm learning to see what it is, for what it is
I don't have to know where I'll be while it begins
I'm learning to grow
Sumanth Lazarus
Can feel the main riff of 'Something' lilting through the entire song
Chat's Meow
I noticed that too 😭 I was listening to Something and waiting for the "to realize maybe I might be someone else inside your mind" but it never came 😂
alicia!
@Bum yes, it's in 'into blue' and 'moving out' too, possibly some others but i can't remember !!
Bum
yeah, same! it's in some other songs from the album too!
Zachary McClellan
When sloan was talking about the album existing as a whole in the live stream, I was rolling my eyes a little, but holy cow this album really did interweave and together was truly a singular incredible experience. Splendid job Sloan
kind kid
….. why were you rolling your eyes…..??? lol
King Legendas デル
This vibe is incredible
A T
I like the callback with the melody from “something” too!
Chicomecoatzin
For some reason, this song really gives me hope about the future, as well as I love how after listening to harmony house, this feels like awaking from a long dream and happily realizing you are alive, just that.
I love it
hulk avenger
TIME BY THE IMPURES < check out this indie song is a hidden gem
they recommended it to me so i recommend it to u ;