Is It Any Wonder
Flawes Lyrics
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What culminates in a daisy chain of thoughts and sounds
So sick of wasting air, just hear me out
Hurry up I won't watch us drown
There's no use treading water, better off yeah going your own way
Don't wanna drag this out
For any longer than we should
Coz it was never getting better now
No
And when the tide goes out
And you can see the things you couldn't
Oh won't you look into the mirror
Is it any wonder?
Each time you call and you've bitten more than you can chew
You could serenade yourself to sleep and you sometimes do
So sick of wasting air, just hear me out
Hurry up I won't watch us drown
In the first verse of "Is It Any Wonder," the lyrics paint a picture of a toxic relationship. The phrase "You find a way with playground games to pull me down" suggests that one person in the relationship manipulates and brings the other person down using mind games. This creates a cycle of thoughts and emotions that are intertwined like a daisy chain. The lyrics also express frustration with the situation, as the singer is tired of wasting their breath and wants to be heard. The urgency in "Hurry up I won't watch us drown" implies that they are ready to confront the issues in the relationship and move forward.
The second verse reflects a sense of exhaustion and frustration. The singer is worn out from going in circles and constantly revisiting the damage that has been done in the relationship. They realize that staying afloat, or treading water, is not a viable option anymore. It is better for each person to go their own separate ways. The line "Don't wanna drag this out for any longer than we should" indicates a desire to end the relationship sooner rather than later because it will not improve. The repetitive "No" emphasizes the certainty and finality of this decision.
As the tide goes out, symbolizing a change in circumstances, the lyrics suggest a moment of reflection and self-awareness. The singer implores the other person to look into the mirror and see the things they couldn't before. This could be a metaphor for self-reflection and understanding one's own actions and behaviors within the relationship. The question "Is it any wonder?" implies that the answer to their current state should be evident and obvious in this moment of clarity.
The final verses highlight the imbalance in the relationship dynamic. The other person constantly takes more than they can handle, biting off more than they can chew. This could refer to their emotional demands or the burdens they place on the singer. The mention of serenading oneself to sleep suggests a certain level of self-soothing and reliance, indicating that the other person may not be providing the emotional support needed. The plea to be heard and the repetition of not wanting to watch the relationship drown emphasize the singer's desire for change and resolution.
Overall, "Is It Any Wonder" reflects the frustration, exhaustion, and eventual realization that the current state of the relationship is not sustainable. It touches on the need for self-reflection and the importance of addressing issues rather than prolonging the inevitable.
Line by Line Meaning
You find a way with playground games to pull me down
Through manipulative tactics and childish behavior, you consistently bring me down.
What culminates in a daisy chain of thoughts and sounds
All the thoughts and sounds merge together, creating a tangled mess.
So sick of wasting air, just hear me out
I'm tired of wasting my breath, so please just listen to what I have to say.
Hurry up I won't watch us drown
We need to act quickly before we sink and fail.
I'm tired of running round in circles, going over damage done
I'm exhausted from constantly revisiting the consequences and harm caused by our actions.
There's no use treading water, better off yeah going your own way
It's pointless to stay afloat and make no progress; it's better for you to pursue your own path.
Don't wanna drag this out
I don't want to prolong this situation unnecessarily.
For any longer than we should
We shouldn't stay in this state any longer than necessary.
Coz it was never getting better now
Because it was never improving, to begin with.
No
No, it wasn't getting better.
And when the tide goes out
When the situation settles and becomes clearer.
And you can see the things you couldn't
You can finally see the things that were previously hidden from view.
Oh won't you look into the mirror
Oh, won't you reflect upon yourself and your actions.
Is it any wonder?
Shouldn't it be obvious how things have turned out?
Each time you call and you've bitten more than you can chew
Every time you reach out and take on more than you can handle or handle poorly.
You could serenade yourself to sleep and you sometimes do
You try to comfort yourself with sweet melodies, even though it's often just a facade.
So sick of wasting air, just hear me out
I'm tired of wasting my breath, so please just listen to what I have to say.
Hurry up I won't watch us drown
We need to act quickly before we sink and fail.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FREDDIE EDWARDS, JOSHUA CARRUTHERS, JOSHUA HUSSEY, SIMON OSCROFT
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Hochfallen
What a perfect song to cheer yourself up during the colder days
Flawes
Glad we could be of assistance ๐ฅ
Dogetheun
You guys are really good
You guys definitely deserve more popularly:)
Clutch Manda
Following your music for 2 Years now and im always blown away over and over again by your sound. I just love the music style! Keep it up
Daniel O'Connor
This is class was literally listening to your older stuff recently, so happy there's new music. Please do a tour! Come to Dublin!
Steffen Bretzke
Love the new video, great catchy tune and a driving beat, plus great voices. Congratulations
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Songstats
Love it!! Did you know that this track was added to the editorial playlist 'New in Alternative' on Apple Music!
Nick Heath
Awesome video! This will be stuck in my head all weekend now. Also love JCโs dance moves at 2:25 ๐ฅ
Flawes
immaculately executed choreography ๐