Sympathy
Decade Of Sleep Lyrics
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Our hearts are free and light
And this place smiles at me
The Trees stretch tall again
Through days that never end
And you when you smile for me
Do you know what you're doing to me
Come on baby dance with me
Put your arms on my shoulder let your hips go free
Come on show some sympathy
You're cruel if you know what you do to me.
Our minds lead us astray
Our bodies show the way
Your eyes are a beacon to me
So as we burn the day,
We dance the past away.
Your touch sends a shock through me
Do you know what you're doing to me
Come on baby dance with me.
Put your arms on my shoulder let your hips go free.
Come on show some sympathy,
You're cruel if you know what you do to me.
And you still smile for me
You know what you're doing to me.
Come on baby dance with me,
Put your arms on my shoulder let your hips go free
Come on show some sympathy
Your cruel if you know what you do to me
Come on show some sympathy,
Your cruel cause you know what you do to me.
The song "Sympathy" by Decade of Sleep begins by celebrating the freedom and lightness that comes with the sun's return to the sky. The trees stretch tall again, and the world smiles at the singer. The lyrics then turn to a focus on the power of touch and the human body to lead us in the right direction. The singer speaks of their partner's eyes being a beacon, and the way that their touch sends a shock through them. All the while, the singer begs their partner to show them some "sympathy," to dance with them and move their hips freely. The plaintive refrain - "You're cruel if you know what you do to me" - hints at the intensity and desperation of the singer's desires.
The song's tone is upbeat and celebratory, even as it speaks to the difficulties of navigating both the physical and emotional aspects of a relationship. The imagery of dancing, burning the day, and shedding the past all suggest a desire to live in the moment and embrace life fully. The repeated refrain of "Do you know what you're doing to me" emphasizes the overwhelming and confusing feelings of passion that can arise in relationships - even as we try to navigate through them.
Line by Line Meaning
The sun comes back to life
The arrival of a new day brings hope and joy
Our hearts are free and light
We feel liberated and happy
And this place smiles at me
The surrounding environment is conducive to happiness
The Trees stretch tall again
Nature is revitalized and majestic
Through days that never end
Time seems to stretch on without limit
And you when you smile for me
Your smile has a powerful effect on me
Do you know what you're doing to me
I am deeply affected by your presence and gestures
Come on baby dance with me
Let's enjoy the moment together
Put your arms on my shoulder let your hips go free
Let go of inhibitions and share in the joy of dance
Come on show some sympathy
Please join me in this experience
You're cruel if you know what you do to me
It's unfair to have such power over someone else's emotions
Our minds lead us astray
Our thoughts can sometimes be misguided
Our bodies show the way
Our physical reactions can reveal our true feelings
Your eyes are a beacon to me
Your gaze has a profound impact on me
So as we burn the day
As time passes and fades
We dance the past away
We try to forget our troubles and enjoy the present
Your touch sends a shock through me
Physical contact with you elicits strong sensations in me
And you still smile for me
Your continuing positive disposition is a comfort to me
Your cruel if you know what you do to me
If you are aware of how much you affect me, it can seem unfair
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Mitchell Gillett
I still listen to this album all the time. My dad saw you guys and bought the album in 2010 and I haven't stopped listening since.
James King & the Jackhammers
Out-freakin-standing boys! Love it! I am a huge fan, as you know. I love your work. Big things are coming your way, guys... you deserve it, enjoy it! Cheers, .James King.
primalfilms
EXCELLENT job! Band sounds great. Who shot this? Wicked cinematography. Congrats!
musicology101
This is amazing. I am so fucking proud of you guys I haven't the words... Congratulations!
Thunder Boogie
What a great fucking tune! Great playing amazing drum tone. Really well done guys!
The Eagles Rest Cabin Rentals
Hey guys Very well done! If you can listen to this song and NOT move you must be fucking dead. Keep up the great work! I’m very proud and happy for you.
Silvia Russo
Awesome Video!! Great Tune! Great Band!! Wikid Direction!!
Jennifer Murphy
I love the song, great video.
lightpole hysteria
this song kicks ass! --shoutout from Marystown! KEEP IT UP!
Daniel Roth
Looks and sounds amazing!