Welch, who grew up listening to The White Stripes and Kate Bush, says she writes metaphorical songs that are "stories with consequences and weird morality issues." She gets her material from a variety of sources and experiences. Florence And The Machine's music has received praise across the British music media, especially from the BBC who have played a large part in their rise to prominence by bringing them into the spotlight as part of BBC Introducing. At the Brit Awards 2009 Florence picked up the Critics Choice Award; a category introduced in 2008 focusing on new talent, voted for by a panel of music industry experts.
The current line-up of the band consists of Robert Ackroyd (guitar), Christopher Lloyd Hayden (drums), Isabella Summers (keyboards) and Tom Monger (harp). Debut album, 'Lungs', was released in July 2009, preceded by third single, 'Rabbit Heart (Raise It Up)'.
No Light No Light
Florence and The Machine Lyrics
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You are the space in my bed
You are the silence in between
What I thought and what I said
You are the night-time fear
You are the morning when it's clear
When it's over you'll start
No light, no light in your bright blue eyes
I never knew daylight could be so violent
A revelation in the light of day
You can't choose what stays and what fades away
And I'd do anything to make you stay
No light, no light
(No light)
Tell me what you want me to say
Through the crowd I was crying out and
In your place there were a thousand other faces
I was disappearing in plain sight
Heaven help me I need to make it right
You want a revelation
You want to get it right
And it's a conversation
I just can't have tonight
You want a revelation
Some kind of resolution
You want a revelation
No light, no light in your bright blue eyes
I never knew daylight could be so violent
A revelation in the light of day
You can't choose what stays and what fades away
And I'd do anything to, to make you stay
No light, no light
(No light)
Tell me what you want me to say
But would you leave me
If I told you what I've done
And would you leave me
If I told you what I've become
'Cause it's so easy
To say it to a crowd
But it's so hard, my love
To say it to you out loud
No light, no light in your bright blue eyes
I never knew daylight could be so violent
A revelation in the light of day
You can't choose what stays and what fades away
And I'd do anything to make you stay
No light, no light
Tell me what you want me to say
You want a revelation
You want to get it right
But, it's a conversation
I just can't have tonight
You want a revelation
Some kind of resolution
You want a revelation
You want a revelation
You want to get it right
But, it's a conversation
I just can't have tonight
You want a revelation
Some kind of resolution
Tell me what you want me to say
The lyrics of Florence and The Machine's song "No Light No Light" express a complex internal struggle between two people in a relationship. The first verse describes the conflicting nature of the relationship, where the other person represents both comfort and insecurity. The second verse highlights the struggle of wanting to reveal oneself fully to their partner, but being hesitant due to the fear of losing them. The chorus repeats the line "No light, no light" to emphasize the overwhelming darkness of the situation and the need for revelation and resolution. In the bridge, the singer acknowledges the necessity of openness but cannot bring themselves to have the conversation at that moment.
The song's chorus also references the violent nature of daylight, which is an interesting contrast to the usual association of daylight with safety and warmth. This further emphasizes the sense of unease and tension between the two people in the relationship.
Other noteworthy elements of the song include the use of religious imagery, with references to heaven and the prayer-like repetition of "Tell me what you want me to say." The use of the phrase "bright blue eyes" also adds a level of intimacy and personalization to the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
You are the hole in my head
You are the emptiness in my thoughts caused by the constant presence of your image.
You are the space in my bed
You are the lingering feeling of your absence beside me, even after you're gone.
You are the silence in between
What I thought and what I said
You are the hesitation that fills the gap between my true feelings and the words that escape me.
You are the night-time fear
You are the haunting dread that fills my mind when I am alone and vulnerable.
You are the morning when it's clear
When it's over you'll start
You are the clarity that comes with daylight, but also the reminder of the pain that awaits when night falls again.
You're my head, you're my heart
You occupy every part of me, from my thoughts to my emotions.
No light, no light in your bright blue eyes
I never knew daylight could be so violent
A revelation in the light of day
You can't choose what stays and what fades away
Your once bright and comforting presence now only brings darkness and pain. Even in the light of day, I am forced to confront the things that can't be changed.
And I'd do anything to make you stay
No light, no light
(No light)
Tell me what you want me to say
I am desperate to keep you with me, even if it means sacrificing my own happiness. Please, tell me what I need to do or say to make it happen.
Through the crowd I was crying out and
In your place there were a thousand other faces
I was disappearing in plain sight
Heaven help me I need to make it right
As I search for you in a sea of people, it becomes clear that I am just one amongst many. I feel myself slipping away, but I am determined to hold onto you at all costs.
You want a revelation
You want to get it right
And it's a conversation
I just can't have tonight
You need answers, but I can't give them to you right now. We need to discuss things, but not tonight. I'm not ready.
But would you leave me
If I told you what I've done
And would you leave me
If I told you what I've become
'Cause it's so easy
To say it to a crowd
But it's so hard, my love
To say it to you out loud
I fear that if I reveal to you the things I've done and the person I've become, you will leave me. It's easier to confess to strangers than to admit these things to you, the one I love.
No light, no light in your bright blue eyes
I never knew daylight could be so violent
A revelation in the light of day
You can't choose what stays and what fades away
Once again, your once comforting presence is now painful. Even in the light of day, I am forced to confront the things that can't be changed.
And I'd do anything to, to make you stay
No light, no light
(No light)
Tell me what you want me to say
My desperation to keep you with me grows stronger. Tell me what I need to do or say to make it happen.
You want a revelation
You want to get it right
But, it's a conversation
I just can't have tonight
You want a revelation
Some kind of resolution
You want a revelation
You need closure, but I can't provide it for you right now. We need to discuss things, but not yet. Please, let me prepare myself before we talk.
You want a revelation
You want to get it right
But, it's a conversation
I just can't have tonight
You want a revelation
Some kind of resolution
Tell me what you want me to say
Once again, your need for answers clashes with my inability to provide them. I am not ready for this conversation, but please tell me what you need to hear and I will do my best to say it.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FLORENCE LEONTINE MARY WELCH, ISABELLA JANET FLORENTINA SUMMERS
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@ATEReacts
Lyrics 😁😁😁
You are the hole in my head
You are the space in my bed
You are the silence in between
What I thought and what I said
You are the night-time fear
You are the morning when it's clear
When it's over you'll start
You're my head, you're my heart
No light, no light in your bright blue eyes
I never knew daylight could be so violent
A revelation in the light of day
You can't choose what stays and what fades away
And I'd do anything to make you stay
No light, no light
(No light)
Tell me what you want me to say
Through the crowd I was crying out and
In your place there were a thousand other faces
I was disappearing in plain sight
Heaven help me I need to make it right
You want a revelation
You want to get it right
And it's a conversation
I just can't have tonight
You want a revelation
Some kind of resolution
You want a revelation
No light, no light in your bright blue eyes
I never knew daylight could be so violent
A revelation in the light of day
You can't choose what stays and what fades away
And I'd do anything to, to make you stay
No light, no light
(No light)
Tell me what you want me to say
But would you leave me
If I told you what I've done
And would you leave me
If I told you what I've become
'Cause it's so easy
To say it to a crowd
But it's so hard, my love
To say it to you out loud
No light, no light in your bright blue eyes
I never knew daylight could be so violent
A revelation in the light of day
You can't choose what stays and what fades away
And I'd do anything to make you stay
No light, no light
Tell me what you want me to say
You want a revelation
You want to get it right
But, it's a conversation
I just can't have tonight
You want a revelation
Some kind of resolution
You want a revelation
You want a revelation
You want to get it right
But, it's a conversation
I just can't have tonight
You want a revelation
Some kind of resolution
Tell me what you want me to say
Well done 😁👌
@fragment2434
Who's listening to this masterpiece in 2024?
@dnktrap1845
☝️☝️☝️
@Pixelon_
Right here, just going through all their songs
@esthertembo4926
Right here
@rosemarrypessoaserafim5634
😊
@Serge-DesireZOLA
Right here. ❤
@murraytorney2222
Florence has such a powerful voice and yes I'm still listening in 2024
@RE1_gacha
Same Florence is literally my idol
@v1ku390
@@RE1_gachaShe is my god
@jazzywarrrior1414
I'm more a metal head, but this woman is just amazing.