Dreaming backwards
Ella Vos Lyrics


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Woke up early, when our room grew cold
Found the answer, time was moving slow
Oh with all the windows closed
Always coasting, been on cruise control
Flipping quarters, never sure when to go
Oh afraid of what I know
Cos the lights just won’t stay on
I know where you’re at, nowhere left to run
Wasted all our youth, scared of being young
It’s like dreaming, backwards
Like dreaming, backwards

Looking for the rain, when the sun is out
Missing yesterday, instead of living now
It’s like dreaming, backwards
Like dreaming, backwards

Sleeping later with the sun so far
Drifting further, tryn get back to the start
Oh before I fall apart
Lost a decade riding in a car
Turning yellow, stare between the bars
Oh reaching into the dark

Always chasin, never make it




No tomorrow, tryna fake it
Waiting, waiting, troubles all around me now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ella Vos's song "Dreaming Backwards" convey themes of regret, self-reflection, and the desire to reclaim time. The song starts with the singer waking up early in a cold room, symbolizing a sense of awakening or realization. They have found an answer or understanding, but time seems to be moving slowly, emphasizing a feeling of being stuck or stagnant.


The lyrics mention closed windows and always coasting, suggesting a reluctance to fully engage with life or take risks. The reference to flipping quarters highlights a sense of indecision and uncertainty about when to take action. The singer is afraid of what they know, indicating a fear of fully confronting their truth or facing the consequences of their actions.


The line "cos the lights just won't stay on" can be interpreted as a metaphor for a constant state of darkness or confusion, where clarity and illumination are elusive. The chorus reinforces the theme of feeling trapped in the past or longing for what was. The image of looking for rain when the sun is out represents a longing for sadness or nostalgia instead of embracing the present moment. The lyrics suggest a wasted youth and a fear of embracing youthfulness, hinting at a missed opportunity for growth and enjoyment.


The second verse continues to explore the theme of drifting and trying to return to the beginning or start over. The mention of falling apart and the feeling of being lost emphasize a sense of internal turmoil and disorientation. The references to riding in a car and staring between bars paint a picture of being confined or limited, both physically and metaphorically.


The final lines of the song depict a constant cycle of chasing and never reaching fulfillment, along with a sense of impending trouble. This could symbolize a pattern of seeking external validation or temporary fixes, ultimately leading to more problems and dissatisfaction.


Overall, "Dreaming Backwards" captures a sense of regret, longing, and the struggle to break free from self-imposed limitations and embrace the present moment.


Line by Line Meaning

Woke up early, when our room grew cold
I woke up early in the morning as our bedroom became chilly, symbolizing the feeling of distance and disconnect in the relationship.


Found the answer, time was moving slow
I finally discovered the solution, but time seemed to drag on, reflecting the frustration and impatience I felt during that moment.


Oh with all the windows closed
Metaphorically, all possibilities and opportunities were shut off, leaving me feeling trapped and stifled in my current situation.


Always coasting, been on cruise control
I have been constantly drifting and not actively making decisions; simply going with the flow without taking charge of my own life.


Flipping quarters, never sure when to go
I am indecisive and uncertain, constantly weighing the pros and cons without being able to determine the right path to take.


Oh afraid of what I know
I am scared of facing the realities and truths that I am already aware of, fearing the potential consequences and outcomes.


Cos the lights just won’t stay on
The lights, symbolizing hope and positivity, keep flickering and fading away, leaving me in a state of uncertainty and darkness.


I know where you’re at, nowhere left to run
I understand the position you are in, feeling trapped and lacking options or escape routes.


Wasted all our youth, scared of being young
We have squandered our youth, fearing the vulnerability and uncertainty that comes with being young and embracing new experiences.


It’s like dreaming, backwards
The situation or mindset feels like living in a dream, but it's a distorted and inverted one, where reality is skewed and hard to grasp.


Like dreaming, backwards
Reiterating the feeling of living in a reversed dreamlike state, where everything seems upside down and out of place.


Looking for the rain, when the sun is out
Instead of appreciating the present and the good times, I am constantly searching for problems or negativity, unable to be content with what I have.


Missing yesterday, instead of living now
I am longing for the past, holding onto memories and regrets, preventing myself from fully embracing and enjoying the present moment.


It’s like dreaming, backwards
Emphasizing the recurring theme of living in a reversed dreamlike state, where reality is distorted and elusive.


Like dreaming, backwards
Reiterating the feeling of existing in a reversed dreamlike state, where everything feels surreal and twisted.


Sleeping later with the sun so far
I am sleeping in, disregarding the opportunity to seize the day and make the most out of the sunlight, metaphorically representing missed chances and laziness.


Drifting further, tryn get back to the start
I am gradually drifting away from the starting point or initial purpose, desperately attempting to regain what has been lost but struggling to do so.


Oh before I fall apart
I am on the verge of emotional breakdown or losing myself completely, highlighting the urgency and importance of finding stability and grounding.


Lost a decade riding in a car
I have wasted an entire decade, being constantly on the move and not making any substantial progress or growth, akin to aimlessly driving in a vehicle.


Turning yellow, stare between the bars
The situation has become stagnant and decaying, represented by the color yellow, while I feel trapped and confined, like looking through prison bars.


Oh reaching into the dark
I am attempting to reach or find a solution or clarity in a situation that lacks illumination and is filled with uncertainty and unknowns.


Always chasin, never make it
I am constantly pursuing something, but I never seem to achieve or attain it, always falling short of my goals and aspirations.


No tomorrow, tryna fake it
The future seems uncertain or non-existent, leading me to desperately pretend or deceive others into believing that everything is fine, even if it's not.


Waiting, waiting, troubles all around me now
I am stuck in a state of waiting, surrounded by various problems and difficulties that continually weigh me down, preventing progress and contentment.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: LAUREN SALAMONE, LEWIS BERESFORD HUGHES, NICHOLAS VALENTINO AUDINO

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@inyourfacedragrace

I love your music, Ella..
I heard this song for the very first time late last night and I kept playing it over and over while cranking up the volume louder and louder!!!!! 😂💞🎵💃
My neighbors probably weren’t too happy because it was so late, but I couldn’t help myself!!
😂💚😂💚😂💚😂
The voice, the lyrics, the melody…. OMG, turn up the volume and dance, baby!!!!

💃💚💃💚💃💚💃

🎵💞🎵💞🎵💞🎵



@didemdidem100

Woke up early
When our room grew cold
Found the answer
Time was moving slow
Oh, with all the windows closed
Always coasting
Been on cruise control
Flipping quarters
Never sure when to go
Oh, afraid of what I know
'Cause the lights just won't stay on
I know where you're at
Nowhere left to run
Wasted all our youth
Scared of being young
It's like dreaming backwards
Like dreaming backwards
Looking for the rain
When the sun is out
Missing yesterday
Instead of living now
It's like dreaming backwards
Like dreaming backwards
Sleeping later
With the sun so far
Drifting further
Tryna get back to the start
Oh, before I fall apart
Lost a decade riding in a car
Turning yellow
Stare between the bars
Oh, reaching into the dark
I know where you're at
Nowhere left to run
Wasted all our youth
Scared of being young
It's like dreaming backwards
Like dreaming backwards
Looking for the rain
When the sun is out
Missing yesterday
Instead of living now
It's like dreaming backwards
Like dreaming backwards
Always chasing, never make it
No tomorrow, tryna fake it
Waiting, waiting
Trouble's all around me now
I know where you're at
Nowhere left to run
Wasted all our youth
Scared of being young
It's like dreaming backwards
Like dreaming backwards
Looking for the rain
When the sun is out
Missing yesterday
Instead of living now
It's like dreaming backwards
Like dreaming backwards



All comments from YouTube:

@inyourfacedragrace

I love your music, Ella..
I heard this song for the very first time late last night and I kept playing it over and over while cranking up the volume louder and louder!!!!! 😂💞🎵💃
My neighbors probably weren’t too happy because it was so late, but I couldn’t help myself!!
😂💚😂💚😂💚😂
The voice, the lyrics, the melody…. OMG, turn up the volume and dance, baby!!!!

💃💚💃💚💃💚💃

🎵💞🎵💞🎵💞🎵

@rayraya823

I just heard this song and fell in love with it 🌹
It puts me in a state of peace and want to make me live life to the fullest 💌

@inyourfacedragrace

I just heard it for the first time last night.. and then I listened to it at least ten times in a row!! I turned up the volume and I instantly felt like dancing.. and I don’t even dance!!
😂💚😂💚😂💚😂

@ervaelifguven905

This song is very underrated . It deserve better

@IAmTheTruCanadian

Ella is underrated. She's the only artist to actually have moving lyrics that seem personal.

@ellavos1832

Thanks!
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@zacharyrhall55

Facts

@inyourfacedragrace

OMG.. if this song doesn’t make you just want to jump up and dance?!?… then I don’t know what would…. and I can’t even dance!!
😂💚😂💚😂💚😂

@sav9212

It’s extremely hard to find something as special as your music, Ella. Just when I found your music I fell in love with everything you do, you deserve so much more recognition :( All your songs truly make me feel different and happy. Please keep doing what you’re doing, you don’t realize how special and gorgeous everything you do is.
Lots of love!

@uzayboslugu7367

Bu kadar güzel ve doğal bir şarkının az kişi tarafından izlenmesi üzücü...Ama olsun bizim bilmemiz yeterli :)

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