I Will Be
Florence the Machine Lyrics


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Oh
I will be
I will be
I will be
I will be

Silence will not cover me
I will be
I will be

Silence will not cover me
I will be
I will be
I will be
I will be

And silence will not cover me
Silence will not cover me
I will be
I will be

And silence will not cover me
And silence will not cover me
And silence will not cover me
I will be
I will be
I will be
I will be

And silence will not cover me
And silence will not cover me
And silence will not cover me
I will be




I will be
I will be

Overall Meaning

In these lyrics, Florence + the Machine express a determination to be heard and seen, refusing to be silenced or ignored. The repeated refrain of "I will be" emphasizes their unwavering resolve.


The line "Silence will not cover me" suggests a desire to break free from the constraints of silence and be recognized for who they are. It conveys a need for their voice to be heard and their presence to be acknowledged. This repetition reinforces the message that they won't allow themselves to be silenced or overlooked.


By affirming "I will be," the lyrics express a sense of self-assurance and determination. It conveys a strong belief in their ability to make their mark and leave a lasting impression. This repetition creates a powerful mantra-like effect, as if they are repeating this affirmation to themselves as a reminder of their strength and purpose.


The repetition of "Silence will not cover me" further emphasizes their refusal to be silenced. It suggests a defiance against the forces that might try to suppress or diminish their existence. It speaks to the resilience and determination to stand tall and be heard, no matter the circumstances.


Overall, these lyrics convey a powerful sense of agency and determination. Florence + the Machine assert their presence and assure that they will not be silenced or ignored, emphasizing their commitment to be seen and heard in a world that may try to overshadow them.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh
Expressing a sudden realization or understanding


I will be
I will exist and endure


I will be
I will remain determined and persistent


I will be
I will continue to exist and prevail


I will be
I will stay strong and resilient


Silence will not cover me
Being quiet or unnoticed will not mask my presence or voice


I will be
I will not be silenced or hidden


I will be
I will persist and make myself known


Silence will not cover me
The absence of sound or attention will not diminish my significance


I will be
I will not allow myself to be silenced or overlooked


I will be
I will assert my existence and make an impact


I will be
I will endure and make my presence known


I will be
I will stay determined and resilient


And silence will not cover me
The absence of noise or acknowledgment will not hide who I am


And silence will not cover me
Being unheard or unnoticed will not diminish my significance


And silence will not cover me
Lack of attention or recognition will not obscure my importance


I will be
I will not allow silence to drown out my voice


I will be
I will persist and make my mark on the world


I will be
I will stay strong and continue to exist




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FLORENCE LEONTINE MARY WELCH, EMILE HAYNIE

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Jessica Warren

This game wrecked me. At first the mid-chapter broke me. Here this guy loses what was pretty much everything to him, and yet he's still willing to give it his all. I didn't know I enjoyed that character until that shit happened. THEN the ending. At first it wasn't all that sad, but the more I think about the ending, the harder it hits me.

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When all the guys returned to Insomnia to defeat Ardyn, Noctis makes the comment to Ignis, "Hey, Ignis. Can you sense...light?"

Ignis replies, "In a way, I can."

Noctis asks, "So, you'll be able to tell when it becomes day, won't you?"

"Yes, I believe I would be able to."

I was listening to the song that plays when the Sun is rising back over the lands of Eos and it struck me. It was implied that everyone died on that final battle. Ignis didn't get to "see" the light again. I was driving home from work and that realization just struck me, right in the heart.



Ximena Uwu

¿Cómo está canción puede marcar por completo la vida de alguien?

En este caso me marco Ami... Está canción estaba para casarme con el amor de mi vida :( es Mi canción. Favorita..

Solo pudo escucharla eh imaginarme bailandola con el como tanto deseamos alguna vez el y yo 🙁


Desgraciadamente, Aún estoy ena espera de que algún día el regrese...

28 abril uwu...✨



All comments from YouTube:

amelia

IM SO HAPPY TO BE LIVING AT THE SAME TIME AS FLORENCE

Stephanie Kythreotis

Same

I'm Bored

yes 🥺

El The Human

I think about the people who will witness this band as music history and never having gotten to experience the journey of their art fully

Ivy Wiggins

Imagine when our future grandchildren don't even know who she is 😕 and if they do, not caring

Augustus Caesar

WOOOO

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miracleworker #23

My husband sent me this song when we first got together telling me that the feelings it brings up are the same feelings he has when he looks at my face. It's going to be what I walk down the isle too when we have a ceremony. This song is so special to me 💕

deez

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Evil Black Cat

@Víctor Corea It's a joke not a dick, don't take it so hard. *Also, learn the difference between 'jealousy' and 'envy', you'll look less like an idiot next time.

Víctor Corea

@Evil Black Cat uhhh jealous?

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