Andalucia
Doves Lyrics
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The place of falling rivers
Where we can breathe again
Let me see
Let me know
Let me see the one
That echoes in your mind
Rain falls, falling on the window
I ain't seen the sun in days
Bring me back
Bring me back the hope we found that day
Seems far far away
And the world we see
Belongs to you and me
If we're lucky - Andalucia
And the love you bring
Won't mean a thing
If you don't win - Andalucia
This place, feels strange
Impossible to remember
You're a 1000 miles away
I can't rest, cannot sleep
I'm feeling numb most days
Can you be the same?
The same dreams
Swimming in the ocean
White surf is all around
I can't think
Well I can't stop to think of her with him
So far far away
All the love you bring
Won't mean a thing
If you don't win - Andalucia
And the world we see
Belongs to you and me
If we're lucky - Andalucia
Andalucia
Andalucia
Oh Andalucia
Doves' Andalucía is an emotional and introspective song that explores themes of longing, nostalgia, and the beauty of a distant place that brings comfort and hope. The lyrics depict a sense of displacement and unease as the singer reflects on a place (Andalucía) where he has found peace and solace in the past. The song's opening lines, "I've seen the place/The place of falling rivers/Where we can breathe again," establish a sense of familiarity and fondness towards Andalucía, a region of southern Spain famous for its stunning mountain ranges and historic architecture. The singer yearns to return to this place where he can find his center and rejuvenate his soul.
As the song progresses, the lyrics take on a more somber tone. The singer is struggling to come to terms with his current situation, feeling disconnected and lost. "This place, feels strange/Impossible to remember/You're a 1000 miles away" suggests a sense of disorientation and confusion. Additionally, the line "All the love you bring/Won't mean a thing/If you don't win - Andalucia" implies that the singer may be grappling with the loss of a relationship, where the memories of Andalucía are a reminder of happier times.
Ultimately, Andalucía is a bittersweet and poignant song that captures the emotional complexities of longing for a place and time that can never be recreated. The lyrics are complemented by the dreamy and atmospheric instrumentation, making for a powerful and memorable listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
I've seen the place
I have visited a certain place
The place of falling rivers
A location with numerous waterfalls
Where we can breathe again
A location that is refreshing and allows for personal renewal
Let me see
Give me the opportunity
Let me know
Inform or enlighten me
Let me see the one
The person you yearn for or think of fondly
That echoes in your mind
A person or memory that resonates with you
Rain falls, falling on the window
Rain droplets slide down the glass of a window
I ain't seen the sun in days
The sun hasn't been visible for several days
Bring me back
Return me to a previous state or memory
Bring me back the hope we found that day
Return the feeling of hope experienced previously
Seems far far away
The hope feels distant or unattainable
And the world we see
The world that is visible to us
Belongs to you and me
We share ownership of the world around us
If we're lucky - Andalucia
We may be fortunate to experience the beauty of Andalucia
And the love you bring
The love you contribute to the world
Won't mean a thing
It will be insignificant
If you don't win - Andalucia
If you are unable to experience the beauty of Andalucia
This place, feels strange
There is an unfamiliar or unsettling feeling in this location
Impossible to remember
Difficult to recall or retain a memory of this place
You're a 1000 miles away
The person or memory is far from reach
I can't rest, cannot sleep
Unable to relax or fall asleep
I'm feeling numb most days
Experiencing emotional numbness regularly
Can you be the same?
Are you experiencing similar emotions?
The same dreams
Shared aspirations or hopes
Swimming in the ocean
Freedom or liberation in the vastness of the ocean
White surf is all around
The ocean waves are all encompassing and visible
I can't think
Unable to focus or concentrate
Well I can't stop to think of her with him
Unable to escape thoughts of a loved one with someone else
So far far away
Distant from the current location or situation
All the love you bring
The love you contribute to the world
Won't mean a thing
It will be insignificant
If you don't win - Andalucia
If you are unable to experience the beauty of Andalucia
Andalucia
A place that holds potential for personal renewal and beauty
Andalucia
A location of significance within the context of the song
Oh Andalucia
An expression of emotional connection to Andalucia
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDY WILLIAMS, JEZ WILLIAMS, JIMI GOODWIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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