Strangeness & Charm
Florence the Machine Lyrics
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It cannot hold itself
Our my blood is pouring
And the pressure in our bodies
That echoes up above it is exploding
And our particles they're burning up
Because they yearn for each other
And although we stick together
Feel it on me love
Feel it on me love
Feel it on me love
(Strangeness and charm)
See it on me love
See it on me love
See it on me love
(Strangeness and charm)
An atom to atom oh can you feel it on me love
A pattern to pattern oh can you see it on me love
Atom to atom oh what's the matter with me love
Strangeness and charm
It started from your arms and it's a catalyst
You're a chemical that burns there's nothing like this
It's the purest element but it's so volatile
An equation heaven sent, and you'll forever inject
Strangeness and charm
Feel it on me love
Feel it on me love
Feel it on me love
(Strangeness and charm)
See it on me love
See it on me love
See it on me love
(Strangeness and charm)
An atom to atom oh can you feel it on me love and
A pattern to pattern oh can you see it on me love
Atom to atom oh what's the matter with me love
Strangeness and charm
It started from your arms and it's a catalyst
You're a chemical that burns there's nothing like this
It's the purest element but it's so volatile
An equation heaven sent and you'll forever inject
Strangeness and charm
Strangeness and charm
Strangeness and charm
Strangeness and charm
Strangeness and charm
Strangeness and charm
Strangeness and charm
Strangeness and charm
Strangeness and charm
Strangeness and charm
It started from your arms and it's a catalyst
You're a chemical that burns there's nothing like this
It's the purest element and it's so volatile
An equation heaven sent and you'll forever inject
Feel it on me love
Feel it on me love
Feel it on me love
(Strangeness and charm)
See it on me love
See it on me love
See it on me love
(Strangeness and charm)
Feel it on me love
Feel it on me love
Feel it on me love
(Strangeness and charm)
See it on me love
See it on me love
See it on me love
(Strangeness and charm)
Oh, oh, down, down down down
Oh, oh, down, down down down
Oh, oh, down, down down down
Oh, oh, down, down down down
The lyrics of Florence + the Machine's "Strangeness & Charm" express a sense of chemistry and attraction between two people, likening it to the elements and particles that make up the universe. The opening lines speak of the presence of hydrogen in our veins and blood, which may represent the fundamental building block of all matter. However, it is not enough to contain the pressure and intensity of the attraction between the two individuals, which is exploding and burning up their particles. Despite the strong bond that they share, there is a sense that they are straining and pulling each other apart.
As the song progresses, it becomes apparent that this attraction is characterized by an otherworldly quality that cannot be easily explained. The repeated refrain of "strangeness and charm" highlights the odd and unique nature of their connection. Florence Welch's vocals emphasize this with her haunting melodies that convey a sense of mystery and wonder. The metaphor of chemistry as a catalyst that begins with a single spark and forever alters one's life is a common theme in love songs, but "Strangeness & Charm" adds an element of science fiction and cosmic grandeur that sets it apart from the ordinary.
In summary, "Strangeness & Charm" is a mesmerizing love song that employs scientific imagery and metaphors to describe a connection that defies logic and explanation. It's a powerful example of Florence + the Machine's ability to combine poetic lyrics, intricate melodies, and ethereal vocals to create a unique and memorable listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Hydrogen in our veins
Our veins are full of hydrogen atoms
It cannot hold itself
The hydrogen atoms in our veins are unstable
Our my blood is pouring
Our blood is flowing out of us
And the pressure in our bodies
There is a lot of pressure in our bodies
That echoes up above it is exploding
The pressure in our bodies is so intense that it feels like an explosion
And our particles they're burning up
Our particles (atoms) are heating up and vibrating rapidly
Because they yearn for each other
The atoms in our bodies are attracted to each other and want to bond
And although we stick together
Even though our atoms are bonded together
It seems that we are stranging one another
It feels like our atoms are pushing each other away, rather than being attracted to each other
Feel it on me love
I can feel the strangeness and charm
See it on me love
I can see the strangeness and charm
An atom to atom oh can you feel it on me love
Can you feel the atomic attraction?
A pattern to pattern oh can you see it on me love
Can you see the patterns of attraction?
Atom to atom oh what's the matter with me love
Why do I feel this attraction on an atomic level?
Strangeness and charm
The unusual attractive force between atoms
It started from your arms and it's a catalyst
I first felt this strange attraction from you, and it's been a catalyst for further exploration
You're a chemical that burns there's nothing like this
You are a powerful force that ignites something undefinable within me
It's the purest element but it's so volatile
This attraction feels pure and true, but it's also intense and unstable
An equation heaven sent, and you'll forever inject
This attraction feels like a divine equation, and you'll always be part of me
Oh, oh, down, down down down
Repeating refrain to emphasize the intensity and attraction described in the song
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Florence Welch, Paul Epworth
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