Strangers
Edwood Lyrics
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I'm in your arms, catching your smile apologies
A little frame, from the stereo fake love songs
We are hopes in the wagon-heart, sharing the strange line
We are sitting here tonight, speaking with the book
Writing words in the dust, with sensibility
We are strangers on a train, just strangers on a train
We are sitting here tonight, speaking with the book
Writing words in the dust, with sensibility
We are strangers on a train, just strangers on a train
The lyrics to Edwood's song Strangers describe two people who are sitting together, sharing a moment of vulnerability and connection. They are listening to music from a stereo and discussing a book, writing words in the dust with a sense of sensitivity. The title of the song refers to the two people as strangers on a train, suggesting that their connection is fleeting and temporary.
The chorus repeats the phrase "We are hopes in the wagon-heart, sharing the strange line," which is open to interpretation. It could refer to their shared experience of listening to music, or possibly to their shared journey through life. The phrase "strange line" could suggest that their journey is unconventional or unexpected.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm in your arms, catching your smile apologies
I am held by you, and notice the way you apologize with a smile
A little frame, from the stereo fake love songs
We are a small part of the love songs played on the radio
We are hopes in the wagon-heart, sharing the strange line
We are optimistic passengers on a train, connecting through unknown experiences
We are sitting here tonight, speaking with the book
We are together, reading and discussing literature
Writing words in the dust, with sensibility
We are writing meaningful things that may not last
We are strangers on a train, just strangers on a train
We are still only strangers, barely knowing each other
Contributed by Nora F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.