Time Traveler
Esbie Fonte Lyrics
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Struck my car in the fast lane
Everyone’s sunk in gold &
Purple velvet, a ten fold
Crashed my plane into your place
Now I’m doublin' double face
Everyone’s watching the walls all
Don’t cry
Cry
Cry wolf
Don't cry
Laughing gas & puddles of masks
Stevie Ray Vaughn, & the shots that he asked
Everyone’s blind besides for
The green behind their eyes
Retro walls and bright wallpaper
Won’t you meet your mark, your maker
Everyone’s open until
The mask they wear starts to spill
Ink and splatches
Bright green patches
You are not this seasons matches
Don’t cry
Cry
Cry
Don't cry
(Cry)
All the ambiance falls
All the glitter on the wall
Marks a trail I can’t walk so
Out with the savants now
All the taste-makers
Makin' money, money makers
I can’t be one of you
you can’t see me cuz you
You don’t see stars the way I do
You don’t feel these notes
What’s real beneath my soul
Pen to paper
Makin' souls, favorite flavor
Don’t cry
(Cry)
(Don't cry wolf)
Cry wolf
Don’t cry wolf
(Don't cry wolf, baby don't cry wolf)
(Don't cry wolf, baby don't cry wolf)
(Don't cry wolf, baby don't cry wolf)
(Don't cry wolf, baby don't cry wolf)
(Don't cry wolf, baby don't cry wolf)
(Don't cry wolf, baby don't cry wolf)
The lyrics of Esbie Fonte's song "Time Traveler" evoke a sense of chaos and confusion, as well as a feeling of being disconnected from the world. The opening lines, "Astro star in an airplane, struck my car in the fast lane," suggest a collision between different realms or dimensions. This collision disrupts the normal flow of life, as symbolized by everyone being "sunk in gold & purple velvet," which represents a state of luxury and indulgence.
The second verse continues this theme of disruption and duality, as the singer crashes their plane into someone else's place, resulting in them being "doublin' double face." The imagery of the walls rising, cave in, and fall suggests a constant cycle of instability and change. The repetition of "don't cry" throughout the song may be a reminder to hold on and not let the chaos overwhelm them.
The third verse introduces elements of escapism and illusion. The references to "laughing gas," "puddles of masks," and Stevie Ray Vaughn's music highlight the desire to escape reality and to find solace in various forms of entertainment. However, despite the distractions, the singer suggests that everyone is ultimately blind to the truth except for the "green behind their eyes," which may symbolize greed or materialism.
In the final verse, the lyrics imply a sense of being different and not fitting into mainstream society. The mention of "taste-makers making money" and the singer's inability to be one of them convey a sense of alienation. The line "you don't see stars the way I do" suggests a unique perspective or a sense of being misunderstood. The lyrics reflect the singer's desire to express their true self through their art, evident in phrases like "pen to paper making souls, favorite flavor."
Overall, "Time Traveler" explores themes of disconnection, chaos, and the struggle to find meaning and authenticity in a world filled with illusions and superficiality. The lyrics communicate the singer's sense of frustration and desire to be seen and understood for their true self.
Line by Line Meaning
Astro star in an airplane
Feeling like a star soaring high in the sky
Struck my car in the fast lane
Coming across unexpected obstacles and setbacks
Everyone’s sunk in gold &
Purple velvet, a ten fold
Everyone is immersed in material wealth and luxury
Crashed my plane into your place
Colliding with someone else's world
Now I’m doublin' double face
Being torn between two identities or emotions
Everyone’s watching the walls all
Rise, cave in, & fall
People are observing the constant changes and uncertainties in life
Don’t cry
Stay strong and resilient
Cry
Cry wolf
Expressing emotions honestly, but not exaggerating or seeking attention
Laughing gas & puddles of masks
Living in a world of pretense and artificial happiness
Stevie Ray Vaughn, & the shots that he asked
Referencing a musician and the choices he made
Everyone’s blind besides for
The green behind their eyes
People are focused on materialistic desires and blinded by them
Retro walls and bright wallpaper
Nostalgia and superficial beauty
Won’t you meet your mark, your maker
Acknowledging mortality and the end of existence
Everyone’s open until
The mask they wear starts to spill
People appear transparent until their true intentions or emotions are revealed
Ink and splatches
Bright green patches
Artistic expression and distinctive elements
You are not this seasons matches
You don't fit the current mold or trend
All the ambiance falls
All the glitter on the wall
The superficial aspects lose their appeal
Marks a trail I can’t walk so
Out with the savants now
Unable to follow the same path as others, embracing uniqueness
All the taste-makers
Makin' money, money makers
Those who dictate trends and profit from them
I can’t be one of you
you can’t see me cuz you
You don’t see stars the way I do
Not fitting into societal expectations and being unseen for one's true self
You don’t feel these notes
What’s real beneath my soul
Pen to paper
Makin' souls, favorite flavor
Others fail to understand the depth and authenticity of the artist's expression
Don’t cry (Cry)
(Don't cry wolf)
Cry wolf
Don’t cry wolf
Encouraging emotional honesty without seeking false attention or exaggeration
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Esbie Fonte
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mia isabella
this is art.
Esbie Fonte
thanks for watching <3 <3
Man From Uncool
Yeah, I'm just mesmerised by the beauty of your music. Music is a friend, and this is a great friend, thank you.
Esbie Fonte
That is the sweetest thing, thank you so much!!! Warms my heart <3
Creative Pony Productions!
I knew Esbie when I was in college. Back when I was the superstar. She started in my second year. She was a bucket of sass to me, but that was because she liked me, but I was slow and playing hard to get which backfired. She eventually gave up on me, and both of us have found somebody else to love now.
Josslin Iriarte
😍Love your Music😍
Esbie Fonte
Thank you beauty!!
Creative Pony Productions!
Remember me? Your old college buddy and former superstar of Sarah Lawrence College Thornton W. Blease.