Explosions
Taken from second album 'Halcyon', 'Explosions' was released in February 20… Read Full Bio ↴Taken from second album 'Halcyon', 'Explosions' was released in February 2013 and peaked at #13 in the UK singles chart. It was recently announced that when Ellie has concluded her Halcyon Days Tour she will be supporting Bruno Mars on his Moonshine Jungle World Tour on selected dates.

Explosions
Ellie Goulding Lyrics


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You trembled like you'd seen a ghost
And I gave in
I lack the things you need the most
You said, "Where have you been?"
You wasted all that sweetness to run and hide
I wonder why
I remind you of the days you poured your heart into
But you never tried
I've fallen from grace
Took a blow to my face
I've loved and I've lost
I've loved and I've lost

Explosions on the day you wake up
Needing somebody and you've learned
It's okay to be afraid
But it will never be the same
It will never be the same

You left my soul bleeding in the dark
So you could be king, ah
The rules you set are still untold to me
And I've lost my faith in everything
The nights you could cope
Your intentions were gold
But the mountains will shake
I need to know I can still make

Explosions on the day you wake up
Needing somebody and you've learned
It's okay to be afraid
But it will never be the same

And as the floods move in
And your body starts to sink
I was the last thing on your mind
I know you better than you think
'Cause it's simple, darling, I gave you a warning
Now everything you own is falling from the sky in pieces
So watch them fall with you, in slow motion
I pray that you will find peace of mind
And I'll find you another time
I'll love you, another time

Explosions on the day you wake up
Needing somebody and you've learned
It's okay to be afraid
But it will never be the same

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ellie Goulding's song "Explosions" speak about a past relationship in which the singer gave everything they could, but it was not enough for the other person. The song starts with the other person feeling scared and asking where the singer was when they needed them the most. The singer then reflects on how they reminded the other person of better times but were never given a fair shot. The singer also talks about falling from grace and losing their faith in everything because of this failed relationship.


As the song progresses, the singer mentions explosions, which could symbolize the moment of realizing that the relationship is over and the pain it brings. The chorus repeats the idea that while it is okay to be afraid, things will never be the same after something has exploded - metaphorically or literally. The singer mentions how the other person left them heartbroken and alone to become a "king," but in reality, it has led to their life falling apart.


Finally, the song ends with the singer hoping that the other person finds peace of mind and that they may meet and love again, but not now. Overall, "Explosions" is a powerful song about the aftermath of a toxic relationship and how it can leave a person feeling lost and hurt.


Line by Line Meaning

You trembled like you'd seen a ghost
You were overwhelmed and scared, as if you had seen something supernatural


And I gave in
I yielded or surrendered to your wishes or demands


I lack the things you need the most
I do not possess the qualities or attributes that are most important to you


You said where have you been
You asked me where I have been or why I have not been there for you


You wasted all that sweetness to run and hide
You gave me your affection and love, only to retreat or disappear


I wonder why
I am curious about the reason or motive behind your actions


I remind you of the days you poured your heart into
I bring back memories of a time when you were deeply invested emotionally


But you never tried
However, you did not put in any effort or attempt to make things work


I've fallen from grace
I have lost my dignity, honor or virtue


Took a blow to my face
I suffered a physical or emotional injury or setback


I've loved and I've lost
I have experienced love and loss, possibly in a romantic context


Explosions on the day you wake up
A metaphor for a sudden realization or epiphany that rocks your world


Needing somebody and you've learned
Realizing that you require or desire someone in your life


It's okay to be afraid
It is acceptable or normal to feel fear or anxiety


But it will never be the same
Things will never return to how they used to be; there has been a fundamental shift or change


You left my soul bleeding in the dark
You caused me deep emotional pain and anguish, leaving me vulnerable and exposed


So you could be king
You acted selfishly and prioritized your own desires or interests over my well-being


The rules you set are still untold to me and I
I do not understand the expectations or boundaries you established, despite being led to believe otherwise


Lost my faith in everything
I have lost my trust or belief in the world, people, or even myself


The nights you could cope, your intentions were gold
During the times when you were strong or able to handle things, you had good or pure motives


But the mountains will shake
A metaphor for a significant or unforeseeable event that will affect everything


I need to know I can still make
I require the knowledge or assurance that I am still capable of doing something or achieving a goal


And as the floods move in
Another metaphor for a crisis or disaster that is approaching


And your body starts to sink
The situation is becoming overwhelming or dangerous, to the point where you feel helpless


I was the last thing on your mind
You were not thinking about me, or I was the least important thing to you


I know you better than you think
Despite your assumptions or beliefs, I have deeper insights into your personality or character


'Cause it's simple darling, I gave you a warning
I previously tried to caution or advise you, but it seems you did not listen


Now everything you own is falling from the sky in pieces
A metaphor for suffering a catastrophic loss, perhaps financial or material


So watch them fall with you, in slow motion
There is a sense of helplessness or inevitability in the way things are falling apart


I pray that you will find peace of mind
I hope for you to attain a sense of calmness or contentment within yourself


And I'll find you another time
I will reunite with you at another point in the future, when the moment is right


I'll love you, another time
I will continue to hold affection or fondness for you, despite our current circumstances




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Elena Jane Goulding, John Frederik Fortis

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Comments from YouTube:

@thesunangelx

"It's okay to be afraid
But it will never be the same"

Words to live by.

@purpledonuts4511

I was just thinking that 👌

@theresap1980

💜💜💜

@kristinak7168

100%

@batgirlsanchez6349

favorite line :

i pray that you'll find a peace and I'll find you another time.. I'll love you another time

@alextroy9202

I was obsessed this song. 7 years later...remember the lyrics

@daimhinaubrey3194

i cant believe it’s been 7 years, 8 now. it’s INSANE WTH???
i heard this when streaming merlin on bbc using a proxy omg. this was in an ad for a show with david tennant.
i cant believe it’s been 8 years. wthhhhh 🤯

@lauraespino1918

I don't think I'll ever get over this song.

@bethpugh5205

Same. This song meant so much in such a different time.

@jumantist6923

I remember singing this when i was in primary school and no one knew the song, seeing it with 27M views now is so weird to me

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