… Read Full Bio ↴Dustin Tebbutt is an Australian-born singer-songwriter from Sydney.
Falling for the northern hemisphere.. the notion of life in winter and the appeal of a hibernation far away, Tebbutt relocated to Sweden to live and work, write and record. The result was this tenderly-sculpted music about that move to the other side of the world.. The things he left or lost along the way, and the person that came back. The lead single and title track from “The Breach” is available on Itunes or www.dustintebbutt.com with an E.P released in Australia.
Wooden Heart
Dustin Tebbutt Lyrics
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Now we're a thing worth fighting for
But you don't hear me anymore
And I still think of you
You saw me get lost in your light
I told you all my blindside
Just give it time, we'll be alright
You're part of the story
So where did you go?
You know that I still see you
As I'm dreaming
You know somebody has to be the one
The name carved in the wooden heart
And as the stars come out tonight
I still think of you
Don't wanna see you spill more blood
But I can't change the way we love
That doesn't mean I'm giving up
I still think of you
This is a ransom, it's lying low
But it's nothing without you
So stay for the show
You're part of the story
That I wanna know
There's no change in the way I see you
'Cause I'm still dreaming
You know somebody has to be the one
The name carved in the wooden heart
As the stars come out tonight
Yeah I still think of you
Don't tell me I can't be the one
I can't change the way we love
That doesn't mean I'm giving up
'Cause I'm still dreaming
You know somebody has to be the one
The name carved in the wooden heart
And as the stars come out tonight
I still think of you
You know somebody has to be the one
The name carved in the wooden heart
And I still think of you
Yeah I still think of you
Yeah I still think of you
The lyrics of Dustin Tebbutt's "Wooden Heart" describe someone who has found love, but despite their efforts to keep it alive, they feel like they are losing it. The singer wonders how they found this person, but they know that they're worth fighting for. Unfortunately, their partner seems disinterested, leading the singer to feel neglected. Even so, they can't help but think of this person constantly. The singer reminisces on the beginning of their relationship and how their partner once helped them through a tough time. They are confused and hurt by their partner's absence and worried about losing them. The repeating chorus emphasizes this undying love and that, even if they have to be the ones doing all the work, they are willing to put in the effort to make it work.
Interestingly, the phrase "wooden heart" is a reference to a German folk song called "Muss i denn zum Städtele hinaus," made popular by Elvis Presley. It's a song about a man who must leave his love behind and take a wooden heart as a reminder of her. This song was used as a symbol for unrequited love throughout European history, which could explain its use in Tebbutt's song.
Another notable aspect of "Wooden Heart" is its juxtaposition of joy and sadness. The lyrics are filled with images of love and devotion, but the forlorn tone of the music and lyrics suggest that this relationship may not last. This contrast creates a feeling of melancholy and nostalgia that permeates the entire song.
In summary, "Wooden Heart" is a poignant song about love and the struggles that come with maintaining a relationship. Despite the singer's determination to keep the relationship alive, they feel like they're losing their partner, and they can't help but think about them constantly.
Line by Line Meaning
How I found you I'm not sure
I don't know how we met
Now we're a thing worth fighting for
Our relationship is important to me and worth fighting for
But you don't hear me anymore
You are not listening to me anymore
And I still think of you
I'm still thinking about you
You saw me get lost in your light
You saw me fall for you
I told you all my blindside
I shared my vulnerabilities with you
Just give it time, we'll be alright
Things will get better with time
You're part of the story
You are an integral part of my life
So where did you go?
Where are you now?
You know that I still see you
I still think about you
As I'm dreaming
Even in my dreams
You know somebody has to be the one
Someone has to make the first move
The name carved in the wooden heart
The one who takes the initiative
And as the stars come out tonight
As the night falls
I still think of you
I'm still thinking about you
Don't wanna see you spill more blood
I don't want to see you get hurt anymore
But I can't change the way we love
But I can't change how we feel about each other
That doesn't mean I'm giving up
That doesn't mean I'm quitting
This is a ransom, it's lying low
This situation is delicate
But it's nothing without you
But it is meaningless without you
So stay for the show
Stay with me
That I wanna know
I want to know how it ends
There's no change in the way I see you
I still feel the same way about you
'Cause I'm still dreaming
I'm still hopeful
Don't tell me I can't be the one
Don't tell me I can't make a move
And I still think of you
I'm still thinking about you
Yeah I still think of you
Yes, I'm still thinking about you
Yeah I still think of you
Yes, I'm still thinking about you
Contributed by Michael S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@davetighe
I just discovered this guy, I listen to and play music every day, why only now this amazing talent ✌️
@AtillaKarakurum
How are you not world famous, I don't get it. Love your music!
@michaelhope007
He's famous in my world.
@yasminhelenendangeredspecies
He is too world famous! If you have good taste in Really Great Music then Dustin Tebbutt it always on your Playlist. Love to Dustin 🎶🎤🌌🎵🌺🌌💖
@clairelouis-jean4228
such a beautiful song the whole album is so good I want this to be my wedding song its so beautiful and it has so much meaning to it
@forestjoseph3931
This is SO good I thank you so much for you're music 💚💚💚
@MsJaroah
Dustin no words for you. Hands down!
@TheSarancool
so glad to see YOU in YOUR music video
@devinakustic5147
This is going to be one of my new running tracks by the beach.... maybe with a hint of dancing in between ;) love your latest album and this video! Dustin, you are sheer brilliance.
@britonpoako
2 years now ago geezzz my heart will never be a wooden heart....