Elysian
Duvchi Lyrics


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In your comfort zone
The waves are way too high
Then they wash away
When you′re sad how come
Your teeth'll fake a smile
Tell me off and say
Because i′m down here lover
See, down here lover
Yeah, yeah
Let it wash away

Come down here lover
Oh, tell me what now
Come on off of the shore
Come down here lover
Come in under my arm, yeah
We'll let everything drown
Come down here lover

Don't you know my name, ah ah
It′s Elysian - uh huh, ah
You don′t know my name - uh ah
You don't know my name - uh uh, ah
It′s Elysian - aah ah
You don't know my name
Ah

See me fading down
Cocoon my head
Never walk away, no
Come back tomorrow
And lose all your cuts
They won′t leave a trace
Because i'm down here lover
See, down here lover
Yeah, yeah
Let it wash away

Come down here lover
Oh, tell me what now
Come on off of the shore
Come down here lover
Come in under my arm, yeah
We′ll let everything drown
Come down here lover
Down here lover
Oh, Tell me what now
Come on off of the shore
Come down here lover
Come in under my arm, yeah
We'll let everything drown
Come down here lover

Don't you know my name, ah ah
It′s Elysian - uh huh, ah
You don′t know my name - uh ah
You don't know my name - nuh uh, ah
It′s Elysian - aah ah
You don't know my name
Come down here lover

Come come here lover
Oh, tell me what now
Come on off of the shore
Come down here lover
Come in under my arm, yeah




We′ll let everything drown
Come down here lover

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Duvchi's song "Elysian" seem to be about finding solace and comfort in a certain person, presumably a lover. However, the imagery used is quite interesting, as the person in question is described as being "down here," as if they're in a lower, darker place. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for depression or feelings of sadness and loneliness. The waves being "way too high" could represent overwhelming emotions, but ultimately they wash away when the person is with their lover.


The line "Don't you know my name, it's Elysian" is particularly intriguing, as Elysian is often used to describe a heavenly, idyllic place. It's possible that the person is using this name to create a sort of alter-ego, a persona that represents a better, happier version of themselves. It could also be a way of asking their lover to see them in a new light, as someone who's not defined by their sadness and struggles.


Overall, the lyrics to "Elysian" paint a picture of someone who's seeking comfort and love in a darker, more difficult time in their life. The use of metaphor and imagery adds depth and nuance to the song, making it a powerful exploration of human emotion.



Line by Line Meaning

In your comfort zone
When you're in familiar territory


The waves are way too high
You may experience overwhelming emotions


Then they wash away
But eventually these emotions will pass


When you're sad, how come
During times of sorrow


Your teeth'll fake a smile
You may still try to appear happy on the surface


Tell me off and say
Pushing others away while putting up a façade


Because I'm down here lover
Feeling like you're at the bottom


See, down here lover
Further emphasizing the feeling of being at the bottom


Yeah, yeah
An interjection conveying affirmation


Let it wash away
Allow yourself to be carried by the flow


Don't you know my name, ah ah
Expresses frustration with a lack of recognition


It's Elysian - uh huh, ah
Describing oneself as beautiful or blissful


You don't know my name - uh ah
Continuing to express that lack of recognition


You don't know my name - nuh uh, ah
Repetition for emphasis


Come down here lover
Inviting someone to join you in your current state of mind


Oh, tell me what now
Seeking input or guidance from someone else


Come on off of the shore
Urging someone to take a risk and join you


Come in under my arm, yeah
Offering comfort and support


We'll let everything drown
Letting go of struggles and allowing yourself to be consumed


See me fading down
Further emphasizing the feeling of being submerged


Cocoon my head
Describing a desire to retreat and hide away


Never walk away, no
Expressing a need for stability and support


Come back tomorrow
Leaving a promise of continuity and hope for the future


And lose all your cuts
Encouraging someone to let go of their own problems and emotions


They won't leave a trace
Conveying a sense of relief and release


Come come here lover
Repeating the invitation for someone to join you




Writer(s): Jens Duvsjo

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