Nursing Back A Wing
Early Internet Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Every scratch, every side
Flips from cloud to ground
The mood goes round and round
How'd you get to be so goddamn nice?
Nursing back a wing you know won't fly
I'm starting to think you control the weather
The sheets turn freezing after midnight
I'm snowed in and housebound
And when it thaws, it hurts to break the ice
You're nursing back a wing that won't take flight
The sound of cicadas and Spanish wine
Replacing your voice with the words you write
"It's fine, I'm fine, I think I'm fine"
How'd you get to be so goddamn nice?
Nursing back a wing you know won't...
Meet me on a ledge and hold on tight
We're nursing back a wing we know won't fly
We're nursing back a wing we know won't fly
The lyrics of "Nursing Back A Wing" by Early Internet depict a relationship that feels repetitive and stagnant. The phrase "favorite broken record" suggests that the singer and their partner are stuck in a cycle, constantly repeating the same patterns. The line "Every scratch, every side flips from cloud to ground" implies that their moods shift rapidly from hopeful to downcast, indicating the instability and unpredictability of their connection.
The singer wonders how their partner can maintain such unwavering kindness despite the circumstances. They are aware that their partner is trying to fix something that they know won't work, symbolized by the metaphorical wing that won't fly. This could symbolize a broken aspect of the relationship or a personal struggle that the partner is trying to overcome.
The song also explores the idea of control and manipulation. The line "I'm starting to think you control the weather" suggests that the partner has power over the emotional atmosphere of the relationship. The singer feels trapped, as conveyed by the imagery of being snowed in and housebound. And when the ice thaws, there is pain, indicating that even though the partner is trying to mend things, the outcome is still hurtful.
The lyrics also hint at a loss of authenticity and genuine communication. The partner's voice is replaced by the words they write, suggesting a lack of direct and honest expression. The repeated refrain of "I'm fine, I think I'm fine" further emphasizes the facade they are trying to maintain. The singer is perplexed by the partner's consistent kindness, wondering how they can be so nice when they know they're only nursing back something that is doomed to fail.
Overall, the song captures the feelings of repetition, frustration, and confusion in a relationship that seems to be going nowhere.
Line by Line Meaning
We're my favorite broken record
We repeat the same patterns and behaviors, like a broken record, and I find comfort in it
Every scratch, every side
Every imperfection, every aspect of us, contributes to our unique story
Flips from cloud to ground
Our emotions can change abruptly, from hopeful and dream-like to harsh reality
The mood goes round and round
We continuously experience different emotional states, like being caught in an endless loop
How'd you get to be so goddamn nice?
I am amazed by your unwavering kindness and care
Nursing back a wing you know won't fly
You are trying to support something or someone that is unable to succeed or progress
I'm starting to think you control the weather
Your actions and presence have a significant impact on my emotional climate
The sheets turn freezing after midnight
When night falls, a coldness seeps into our relationship, making it difficult to find warmth and comfort
As crazy as that sounds
Although it may sound absurd or unbelievable, it is the reality I'm experiencing
I'm snowed in and housebound
I feel trapped and isolated, unable to escape from the circumstances
And when it thaws, it hurts to break the ice
When the tension finally eases, it is painful to confront and overcome the barriers between us
The sound of cicadas and Spanish wine
The ambiance is filled with the buzzing of cicadas and the taste of Spanish wine, creating a nostalgic and soothing atmosphere
Replacing your voice with the words you write
Your written words have become a substitute for your spoken words, communicating your thoughts and feelings
"It's fine, I'm fine, I think I'm fine"
You repeatedly assure yourself and others that everything is okay, even though there may be underlying issues
Meet me on a ledge and hold on tight
Let's come together in a risky and uncertain situation, finding support and comfort in each other
We're nursing back a wing we know won't fly
We are actively trying to revive and rehabilitate something that has little chance of succeeding or taking off
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Dean Stafford
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Kimbyrleigha
Go to https://curiositystream.com/KIMBYRLEIGHA and use code KIMBYRLEIGHA to save 25% off today. Thanks to Curiosity Stream for sponsoring today’s video.
@KingstonTV334
you are so beautiful.
@marywalsh6536
Welcome back can't wait to watch this tonight after work
@breannamcdonald
@Kendrick Shuford pa
@877swissmiss
Curiosity is really cool, I like it. Already have been watching for a while, so no new registration from me;)
@janicemcnutt4857
Please enable the captions for the video.
@cherylsabol387
The fact that Gisselle threatened Michelle’s life and no one told the police about it before Michelle’s disappearance is so sad!
@amberjheard
And the police were going to do what exactly? All they were going to do is tell her to stop doing it. They rarely step in until someone actually gets hurt.
@isabellind1292
@@amberjheard Stop using law enforcement as a scapegoat because bad people do bad things. If someone doesn't report threats to police, don't expect they have a crystal ball to know there's a problem. I hope you have an alternative # to call in an emergency since you find their services useless.
@amberjheard
@@isabellind1292 I'm not sure what comment you read because I never said they were useless. I'm not scapegoating them at all. They're limited in what they CAN do. Assuming you've seen your fair share of true crime stories but it happens over and over again that in domestic situations police rarely do more than issue a warning until someone gets hurt. That's not scapegoating. That's just the unfortunate reality. DV victims don't get the protection they deserve and that's not the fault of the cops but our laws.