Substance
Dot Allison with Miss Kittin Lyrics

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Don't rescue me
When I play with with fire
Don't need to know
Is this desire?

We hold back words
Our eyes just give away
Deny the past

We've come to radiate

In need of some substance
In need of some substance
A little is less than nothing
In need of some substance

The sun might set
Tonight could be the night
And if that's the case
You'll get on all right

But there's no point
In spoiling for a fight
Because were blinded by
The darkest ray of light

In need of some substance
In need of some substance
A little is less than nothing
In need of some substance

In need of some substance
In need of some substance
A little is less than nothing
In need of some substance

Tonight
Tonight

Tonight
Tonight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Dot Allison with Miss Kittin's song Substance (Felix da Housecat mix) convey a sense of wanting and craving for something more meaningful, something that gives them substance. The opening lines of the song emphasize the idea of not needing to be rescued while playing with fire, indicating a rebellious streak and independence. The following lines express the yearning for a deeper connection and a search for meaning, as they deny the past and radiate towards the future. The song hints at the idea of being lost in the darkness, desperate for some light, and a little substance.

The chorus of the song reinforces the idea of needing substance, as they repeat the phrase, "In need of some substance, a little is less than nothing." The verses paint a picture of the struggle to find fulfillment, even when the sun sets, and opportunities arise. The final line of the song repeats the word "tonight," emphasizing the desire for something to happen soon.

Line by Line Meaning

Don't rescue me
I don't want to be saved from danger

When I play with with fire
I am intentionally engaging in risky behavior

Don't need to know
You don't have to understand my motivations

Is this desire?
I am questioning my own feelings

We hold back words
We are not expressing ourselves fully

Our eyes just give away
Our true thoughts and feelings are revealed in our eyes

Deny the past
We are ignoring our history

We've come to radiate
We are glowing with energy and presence

In need of some substance
We are lacking something meaningful

A little is less than nothing
A small amount is insufficient

The sun might set
Time is passing and things are changing