Ghosts
Dirty Vegas Sound System Lyrics


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All I ever wanted was
To feel the way you feel
All I ever wanted was a chance
To make it real
When I'm alone with you
It feels like I'm bulletproof

All I ever wanted was a place out by the sun
To watch the world go by
And take each day as it comes
All I ever wanted was a chance to catch my breath
To see the world go by
And lay my ghost's to rest
[Give me a chance to catch my breath]
[So I can lay my ghost's to rest]

Ask me tomorrow
What I thought of yesterday
Ask me tomorrow
All the things I can't explain
When I'm alone with you
It feels like I'm bulletproof

All that I ever wanted
Was to lay my ghost's to rest
All that I ever wanted
Was a chance to catch my breath
All that I ever wanted....





Was to lay my ghost's to rest

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Dirty Vegas Sound System's song Ghosts convey a longing for a sense of peace and freedom from the past. The singer desires to feel the same way as the person they sing about, to be able to make their dreams a reality. The idea of wanting to feel bulletproof seems to suggest that the singer wants to let go of their fears and insecurities, to become strong enough to face the world with confidence.


The lyrics also suggest that the singer wants to escape the past and live in the present moment, to take things as they come, and to be able to relax and enjoy life. The mention of ghosts refers to memories and experiences that continue to haunt and affect the present. The singer wants to lay their ghosts to rest and move on from the past.


The chorus reinforces the idea that the singer's desire is to lay their ghosts to rest, to catch their breath and take a break from the struggles of life. The repetition of the phrase "All that I ever wanted" suggests that this is the singer's only desire, to find peace and happiness in the present moment.


Line by Line Meaning

All I ever wanted was
The singer's deepest desire in life is about to be expressed.


To feel the way you feel
The singer wants to experience the same deep feelings the addressed person has.


All I ever wanted was a chance
The singer has longed for an opportunity for a long time.


To make it real
The artist wishes for the realization of something that is yet to happen.


When I'm alone with you
The artist is referring to moments of intimacy shared with the addressed person.


It feels like I'm bulletproof
Being with the addressed person makes the singer feel invincible.


All I ever wanted was a place out by the sun
The singer had aspirations to have a happy, comfortable and peaceful life.


To watch the world go by
The artist has yearning just to observe how the world changes and evolves.


And take each day as it comes
The artist hopes to embrace each day, especially in terms of addressing and tackling unknown challenges that come with life.


All I ever wanted was a chance to catch my breath
The artist wants a break from life to regroup and find a balance.


To see the world go by
The singer wants to witness the changes that are happening around the world.


And lay my ghost's to rest
The artist wants to overcome or resolve issues that have been haunting them.


[Give me a chance to catch my breath]
The singer is reiterating their desire to have a moment for themselves.


[So I can lay my ghost's to rest]
The singer explains the reason they want a break to tackle what emotionally affects them.


Ask me tomorrow
The singer is willing to discuss an issue later or on another day.


What I thought of yesterday
The artist is willing to discuss their thoughts about the day before.


All the things I can't explain
The artist is open to addressing topics that are complicated to discuss.


All that I ever wanted
The singer summarizes their life-long desire.


Was to lay my ghost's to rest
The crux of the singer's desire is to overcome or resolve issues that have been troubling them for a long time.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: EDWARD HARRIS, SIMON MAYNARD PETTIGREW, ROBERT SMITH, MARK TREASURE, ADAM ANDREW ZUK

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@Deetroiter

This is one of those albums that BANG HARD when playing through a proper system. It’s right up there with bad boy bill and humpty vision type of hitting. Even after all these years, what a classic mix!

@gueenvictoria64

Thanks 4 posting

@jefsof117

a masterwork

@jefsof117

underrated brilliant record - tracks 3, 5, 8, 13 and 1

@gueenvictoria64

I have this album...jamming still .......at least 20 yrs old

@gueenvictoria64

4:11 seconds of silence....u welcome ❤️

@JohnnyJohn116

38:00

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