Magnets
Disclosure feat. Lorde Lyrics
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As we drank deep from a lie
Cause I felt melting magnets babe
The second I saw you through half-shut eyes
Smoke and sunset, off Mulholland
He was talking, I was wondering 'bout
You and that girl, she your girlfriend?
Pretty girls don't know the things that I know
Walk my way, I'll share the things that you want
Uh-oh, dancin' past the point of no return
Let go, we can free ourselves of all we've learned
I love this secret language that we're speaking
Say it to me, let's embrace the point of no return
Let's embrace the point of no return
Let's embrace the point of no return
Never really thought we would make it
We be thinking about what could have been
But we've had a record summer, can't turn it down, oh
Now I don't wanna see the envy again
Smoke and sunset, off Mulholland
He was talking, I was wondering 'bout
You and that girl, she your girlfriend?
Face from heaven, bet the world she don't know
Pretty girls don't know the things that I know
Walk my way, I'll share the things that you want
Uh-oh, dancin' past the point of no return
Let go, we can free ourselves of all we've learned
I love this secret language that we're speaking
Say it to me, let's embrace the point of no return
Let's embrace the point of no return
The lyrics of Disclosure's song "Magnets" tell the story of a secret love affair, one that is hidden from the public eye but burns hot and passionate. The first verse sets the tone for the rest of the song, with the singer describing their attraction to someone they just met at a party or event. They feel the "melting magnets" of attraction as soon as they catch sight of the other person, even though they know that the relationship is built on lies and deception.
The second verse goes on to describe the setting of the encounter - a sunset off Mulholland Drive, a famous winding road in Los Angeles known for its scenic views. The singer notices that the person they are interested in is with someone else, another girl who they assume is his girlfriend. Despite this, they continue to exchange secret glances and flirtatious gestures, communicating in a "secret language" that only they can understand.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the danger and excitement of this secret affair, with the singer acknowledging that they are "dancin' past the point of no return." They are willing to risk everything for the thrill of the moment, to "free ourselves of all we've learned." The final line of the chorus is both an invitation and a warning - "let's embrace the point of no return" implies that the singer is ready to take things to the next level, but also acknowledges that there may be consequences if they go too far.
Overall, "Magnets" is a compelling exploration of the forbidden and taboo, with Disclosure's signature electronic beats providing a pulsing backdrop to the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Never really felt bad about it
I never had a guilty conscience about our affair.
As we drank deep from a lie
We were both aware that our relationship was built on deceit and falsehoods.
Cause I felt melting magnets babe
I was electrified by your presence and drawn to you like magnets.
The second I saw you through half-shut eyes
I was immediately captivated by you, even as I tried to play it cool.
Smoke and sunset, off Mulholland
We were surrounded by the hazy beauty of Los Angeles, watching the sun dip below the horizon.
He was talking, I was wondering 'bout
I was distracted by thoughts of you, even as the person I was with spoke to me.
You and that girl, she your girlfriend?
I couldn't help but wonder about your relationship with the other girl who was with us.
Face from heaven, bet the world she don't know
You were stunningly beautiful, but I doubted that the other girl realized just how remarkable you were.
Pretty girls don't know the things that I know
I suspected that you kept secrets and had experiences that the other girl couldn't possibly imagine.
Walk my way, I'll share the things that you want
I was eager to be with you and offer you whatever you desired.
Uh-oh, dancin' past the point of no return
We both knew we were taking a risk by pursuing this relationship, but we couldn't resist each other.
Let go, we can free ourselves of all we've learned
If we let ourselves be swept up in the moment, we can forget the rules and constraints that have held us back before.
I love this secret language that we're speaking
Our connection feels like a hidden language that only we can understand and appreciate.
Say it to me, let's embrace the point of no return
Let's fully commit to each other, knowing that there's no going back now.
Never really thought we would make it
I didn't have high hopes for our relationship in the beginning.
We be thinking about what could have been
Sometimes we wondered what our lives would be like if we hadn't met.
But we've had a record summer, can't turn it down, oh
Our summer together was unforgettable, and we couldn't resist continuing the relationship.
Now I don't wanna see the envy again
I don't want to struggle with the same insecurities and jealousies that have plagued us in the past.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ELLA MARIJA LANI YELICH O'CONNOR, GUY WILLIAM LAWRENCE, HOWARD JOHN LAWRENCE, JAMES JOHN NAPIER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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