1: A Canadian emo/post-hardcor… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple bands named Ellington:
1: A Canadian emo/post-hardcore band active in the late 90's/early 2000's.
2: An Australian indie pop band active since 2007.
2. Ellington are an indie pop band hailing from the sun drenched town of Tannum Sands in Queensland, Australia. After funding a trip to America to record their EP "More Like A Movie, Less Like Real Life" which featured the likes of Matt Thiessen (Relient K), Jeff Turner (Say Anything) and Leighton Antelman (Lydia), the band have toured with the likes of Something With Numbers, Behind Crimson Eyes, Kenny Vasoli and The Sundance Kids.
Distance
Ellington Lyrics
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But I still don't feel intelligent, I'd smile if I could
You're the only face I'll ever miss, the one that makes me smile
I'm distraught about the way you left, in the city lovers die
They assessed how much I loved you, it's too much to give a grade
She's the type of girl, if you were homeless, you'd give all your change
All your change
All your change
I'm done feeling sorry for myself
I feel sorry for myself, now you're gone
And I wish you weren't gone
You can disconnect my heart
Cause I feel so far
Away from everything
Away from everyone
I can feel the weight of my decision pinching at my spine
I've become my own worst enemy, this smile's hiding lies
And if I could I'd cramp the distance, that's made our hearts grow weak
You're the only face I'll ever miss, but never get to meet
And I can't breathe without you close
And I'm sick of all my clothes
I'm finding things a bit too much
Im finding things a bit too much
A bit too much
I'm done feeling sorry for myself
I feel sorry for myself, now you're gone
And I wish you weren't gone
You can disconnect my heart
Cause I feel so far
Away from everything
Away from everyone
Away from everyone
Away from everyone
I'm done feeling sorry for myself
No I feel sorry for myself, now you're gone
And I wish you weren't gone
You can disconnect my heart
Cause I feel so far
Away from everything
Away from everyone
Away from everyone
The song "Distance" by Ellington explores the feeling of loss and the concept of distance, both physical and emotional. The singer expresses their frustration and desperation as they long for a connection with someone they miss deeply. The first verse speaks to the singer's struggles with feeling intellectually inadequate despite their efforts to educate themselves. Though they may find solace in a smile, nothing can replace the longing for the person they miss. The second verse delves further into the emotional turmoil of the singer, who feels as though they have become their own enemy. They wish for a way to bring the distance between themselves and the person they miss to an end. In the chorus, the singer expresses their deep sadness over the absence of their loved one, feeling isolated and disconnected from the world around them. It is clear that this person was incredibly important to them, and their absence leaves a profound impact.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been reaching for the highest shelves, reading the oldest books
Despite my efforts to gain knowledge, I still feel inadequate and unintelligent.
But I still don't feel intelligent, I'd smile if I could
I am unsuccessful in feeling smart and content with myself.
You're the only face I'll ever miss, the one that makes me smile
Your smile is the only thing that brings me happiness, and I will forever miss it.
I'm distraught about the way you left, in the city lovers die
Your sudden departure left me heartbroken and feeling like I'm in a place that destroys love.
They assessed how much I loved you, it's too much to give a grade
My love for you cannot be graded because it is beyond measure.
She's the type of girl, if you were homeless, you'd give all your change
You are the type of person who would give everything to help those in need.
I'm done feeling sorry for myself
I am finished with self-pity.
I feel sorry for myself, now you're gone
Now that you are gone, I am solely upset about my own situation.
And I wish you weren't gone
I desire for your presence in my life again.
You can disconnect my heart
The pain of your absence has left me emotionally numb.
Cause I feel so far
I feel extremely distant.
Away from everything
I feel disconnected from my surroundings and everyday life.
Away from everyone
I feel alone, with no one to turn to.
I can feel the weight of my decision pinching at my spine
The guilt of my choices is heavy on my conscience.
I've become my own worst enemy, this smile's hiding lies
I am the source of my own problems, and my outward appearance is masking my true feelings.
And if I could I'd cramp the distance, that's made our hearts grow weak
If I could, I would make the distance between us disappear to strengthen our relationship.
You're the only face I'll ever miss, but never get to meet
You are the only person who has impacted me in such a way that I long to know you more, but can no longer do so.
And I can't breathe without you close
I feel suffocated and anxious without your physical presence.
And I'm sick of all my clothes
I am uninterested in my appearance and material possessions.
I'm finding things a bit too much
I am struggling to cope with my current situation.
Away from everyone
I feel alone, with no one to turn to.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAKE BOSCI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Morgan R
This really is an epic song. No wonder Jayden likes it x3
xKandiKatZombies
Guys. Remember who really MADE the song. It SHOULD be "Jayden sounds like Jake!!" That's very rude to the band to say someone else's is better. (even though I do like Jayden's cover as well) :3 Thank you for your patience to take a look & read this.
BrookeCacophony
@Craze94rock i had to download it from itunes then make a quick video of it for youtube XD i couldnt find it and i wanted it plus i want my friend to cover it he does amazing covers and it really sounds like him :P
sadufo
I shall sing this for my boyfriend. (: Decision made. (: Should I film it? :D
BrookeCacophony
@GerardWayMCRmy I saw jayden seeleys first then went onto itunes and bought it so i could show my friend cause me and him are gonna do a cover of it
Crash Cams
THANK YOU HOLY SHIT THANK YOU. I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS FOR LIKE 2 YEARS.
Efren Ornelas
This reminds me of The Early November c:
Cat
the lead in the pencil looks blue...
sadufo
JAAAYDEN BROUGHT US ALL HERE :D
MeganJackson12345
jaydens is way better!