Ex
Edwood Lyrics
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Beeps, clocks, things of the new start
Faces, voices, noises of the train
We are ex, in red dress,
We need power for shaming things
The feelings thrill, and excite so we are all right
Glasses, crisis, haircut for a strange look
And the hot air will embrace my friends
We are ex, in red dress,
We need power for shaming things
The feelings thrill, and excite so we feel all right
Friends dance like bears in the mountains
The song "Ex" by Edwood features lyrics that express the excitement and energy of a new beginning, embodied by a group of people who are referred to as "ex." The lyrics are full of sensory details and imagery, starting with the beeps, clocks, and noises of a train, and continuing with references to faces, voices, glasses, and haircuts. The color red is a recurring motif, symbolizing both power and shame at different moments in the song.
As the chorus repeats, the "feelings thrill, and excite so we are all right," suggesting that these ex-people are enjoying their newfound freedom and sense of possibility. Against this backdrop, the arrival of spring is described as bringing "hot air" that will "embrace" the singer's friends. The final line of the song - "Friends dance like bears in the mountains" - captures the exuberance and joy of this moment, as these former outsiders now revel in each other's company and the beauty of the natural world.
Line by Line Meaning
Beeps, clocks, things of the new start
We are surrounded by sounds and objects that signify a fresh beginning
Faces, voices, noises of the train
As we embark on this new journey, we encounter new people and experiences
We are ex, in red dress,
We are outcasts who don't conform to societal norms, but we embrace our uniqueness by wearing red dresses
We need power for shaming things
We need a sense of control over the things that have hurt us in the past and continue to negatively impact our lives
The feelings thrill, and excite so we are all right
Despite facing adversity, we take pleasure in the way we live our lives and feel validated by our choices
Glasses, crisis, haircut for a strange look
We adopt unconventional appearances to display our individuality and defiance against societal expectations
A new season, that's spring
Just as the seasons change, we too are transforming and becoming something new
And the hot air will embrace my friends
As we progress in life, we hope to find support and comfort from those around us
Friends dance like bears in the mountains
Our circle of friends participate in joyful activities that reflect their carefree and uninhibited personalities
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