Spectrum
Florence %2B the Machine Lyrics


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When we first came here
We were cold and we were clear
With no colours on our skin
We were light and paper thin

And when we first came here
We were cold and we were clear
With no colours on our skin
Till we let the spectrum in

Say my name
And every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again

Say my name
And every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we'l never be afraid again

Say my name
And every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again

And when we come for you
We'll be dressed up all in blue
With the ocean in our arms
Kiss your eyes and kiss your palms

And when it's time to pray
Dressed up all in grey
With metal on our tongues
And silver in our lungs

Say my name
And every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again

Say my name
And every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again

Say my name
And every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again

And when we come back we'll be dressed in black
And you'll scream our names aloud
And we won't eat and we won't sleep
We'll drag bodies from a ground

So, say my name
And every colour illuminates
And we are shining
And we'll never be afraid again

Say my name
And every colour illuminates

Say my name
And every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again

Say my name
And every colour illuminates
We are shining
And we'll never be afraid again

Say my name
We are shining
Say my name




Say my name
And we'll never be afraid again

Overall Meaning

The song "Spectrum" by Florence + The Machine is a powerful and uplifting anthem about self-empowerment and the liberation that comes from embracing one's true authentic self. The lyrics speak of the journey from an initial state of cold detachment, where there are "no colours on our skin", to one of radiant illumination and liberation, where "every colour illuminates" and "we are shining".


The phrase "say my name" serves as a powerful mantra that is repeated throughout the song, expressing a desire for recognition and acceptance. When spoken aloud, the name becomes a symbol of the self, and the act of stating it publicly is a declaration of one's existence and worth.


The song uses vivid imagery to convey a sense of transformation and rebirth, from being "dressed up all in blue with the ocean in our arms" to being "dressed in black" and "dragging bodies from the ground". These images serve as a metaphor for the journey from a state of innocence and purity to one of darkness and chaos, and the ultimate triumph of the individual spirit over adversity.


Overall, Spectrum is a powerful anthem of self-empowerment and liberation, and its uplifting message has resonated with millions of listeners around the world.


Line by Line Meaning

When we first came here
At the start of our journey or arrival at this place


We were cold and we were clear
We were lacking emotions and empty inside


With no colours on our skin
Our skin had no hues or shades


We were light and paper thin
We were weightless, weak, and fragile


Till we let the spectrum in
Until we embraced the full range of colors and emotions


Say my name
Call out to me with intention and purpose


And every colour illuminates
Every emotion and hue becomes visible and radiant


We are shining
We are glowing with positive energy and confidence


And we'll never be afraid again
We have conquered our fears and are now bold and fearless


And when we come for you
When we confront or approach you


We'll be dressed up all in blue
We will be adorned with the positive qualities of blue such as loyalty and trust


With the ocean in our arms
We will embrace you with peace and tranquility


Kiss your eyes and kiss your palms
We will express affection and care towards you


And when it's time to pray
During religious or spiritual rituals


Dressed up all in grey
We will be adorned with the neutral qualities of gray such as conservativeness and reliability


With metal on our tongues
We will speak our thoughts with honesty and determination


And silver in our lungs
We will express our emotions and thoughts with purity and clarity


And when we come back we'll be dressed in black
When we return, we will have acquired the elegance and sophistication of black


And you'll scream our names aloud
You will acknowledge and recognize our achievements and presence


And we won't eat and we won't sleep
We will be consumed by our passion and motivation


We'll drag bodies from a ground
We will achieve immense success and leave our mark on the world


Say my name
Call out to me with intention and purpose


We are shining
We are glowing with positive energy and confidence


Say my name
Call out to me with intention and purpose


And we'll never be afraid again
We have conquered our fears and are now bold and fearless


Say my name
Call out to me with intention and purpose


And every colour illuminates
Every emotion and hue becomes visible and radiant


We are shining
We are glowing with positive energy and confidence


And we'll never be afraid again
We have conquered our fears and are now bold and fearless


Say my name
Call out to me with intention and purpose


We are shining
We are glowing with positive energy and confidence


Say my name
Call out to me with intention and purpose


Say my name
Call out to me with intention and purpose


And we'll never be afraid again
We have conquered our fears and are now bold and fearless




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