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Division S / Hotel de Prusse Lyrics
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What once was innocence, turned on its side
A cloud hangs over me, marks every move
Deep in the memory, what once was love
Oh, how I realized how I wanted time
Put into perspective, tried so hard to find
Just for one moment, thought I'd found my way
Excessive flashpoints, beyond all reach
Solitary demands for all I'd like to keep
Let's take a ride out, see what we can find
Valueless collection of hopes and past desires
I never realized the lengths I'd have to go
All the darkest corners of a sense I didn't know
Just for one moment, I heard somebody call
Looked beyond the day in hand, there's nothing there at all
Now that I've realized how it's all gone wrong
Gotta find some therapy, this treatment takes too long
Deep in the heart of where sympathy held sway
Gotta find my destiny before it gets too late
"Permanent" in the first verse indicates a lasting change in the dynamics of love. The mention of "love's shattered pride" suggests a deep hurt or disappointment within a relationship. The shift from innocence to turmoil is described as turning on its side, signifying a drastic change from something pure to something tainted. The cloud hanging over the persona implies a sense of heaviness and melancholy that follows them, marking every move they make. The memory of what once was love further emphasizes the theme of loss and nostalgia for a relationship that has now changed.
The second verse showcases a yearning for understanding and clarity. The persona reflects on how they wanted time to gain a new perspective on their situation. Despite their efforts, they struggle to find their way through the complexities of their emotions. The mention of destiny slipping away hints at a sense of helplessness or inevitability in the outcome of their relationship, adding a layer of resignation and sadness to the lyrics.
The third verse delves into a sense of isolation and unattainability. The excessive flashpoints and solitary demands indicate a struggle to maintain a sense of control or stability in their desires. The persona expresses a desire to escape and explore, hoping to discover something of value but feeling burdened by a collection of unfulfilled hopes and past desires, suggesting a feeling of emptiness or disillusionment.
In the final verse, the persona reflects on the depths they had to delve into within themselves, exploring unknown territories of their emotions and senses. Despite this introspection, they still feel lost and disconnected. The mention of hearing somebody call momentarily offers a glimmer of hope or connection, only to realize that there is nothing substantial there. The realization of things going wrong prompts the persona to seek therapy and address their emotional turmoil before it's too late, highlighting a sense of urgency and the need for self-discovery and healing before reaching a point of no return. The mention of finding destiny underscores a quest for purpose and resolution in the face of inner turmoil and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
So this is permanent, love's shattered pride
Accepting that the end of a relationship has caused heartbreak
What once was innocence, turned on its side
The purity of a past love has been tainted
A cloud hangs over me, marks every move
Feeling weighed down by sorrow and regret
Deep in the memory, what once was love
Remembering the love that once existed
Oh, how I realized how I wanted time
Reflecting on wanting to turn back the clock
Put into perspective, tried so hard to find
Trying to make sense of the situation
Just for one moment, thought I'd found my way
Believing there was hope for reconciliation
Destiny unfolded, I watched it slip away
Accepting that fate has taken a different course
Excessive flashpoints, beyond all reach
Emotional outbursts that are uncontrollable
Solitary demands for all I'd like to keep
Feeling a need to hold onto memories and desires
Let's take a ride out, see what we can find
Seeking new experiences to distract from pain
Valueless collection of hopes and past desires
Realizing that previous dreams hold no worth
I never realized the lengths I'd have to go
Not expecting the difficulty of moving on
All the darkest corners of a sense I didn't know
Discovering depths of emotions previously unknown
Just for one moment, I heard somebody call
Yearning for connection and comfort
Looked beyond the day in hand, there's nothing there at all
Realizing that the future appears bleak
Now that I've realized how it's all gone wrong
Understanding the extent of the failed relationship
Gotta find some therapy, this treatment takes too long
Seeking help to heal from the emotional wounds
Deep in the heart of where sympathy held sway
Recalling a time of compassion and understanding
Gotta find my destiny before it gets too late
Seeking to uncover one's true path before it's too late
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group
Written by: Bernard Sumner, Ian Kevin Curtis, Peter Hook, Stephen Paul David Morris
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