When produ… Read Full Bio ↴“Lamb’s Wool” is about the life and death of a loved one.
When producer/bandmate Isom first came to frontman Mark Foster with the piano idea and beat, Foster felt that it was already soaked in so much emotion and feeling. He stated in an Instagram post:
"It was all there. When he told me it was inspired by the life and death of his grandmother, that stuck a cord with me, and the chorus lyrics came."
Foster continues:
"When my uncle Mike got sick last year, I revisited the idea and the rest of the words poured out. What came of it was a conversation between me, my uncle, and god. A three part perspective on life, death, and what waits on the other side.
I felt it was honoring to keep the concept that inspired Isom’s original idea. This became a healing salve for us to honor the people we’ve loved, and lost.
The best part for me was getting to play the demo for my uncle when the lyrics were finished. It was a special gift for me to communicate my love for him the best way I know how — through this song."
Lamb's Wool
Foster the People Lyrics
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Knowing it might be the last time
The spaces in between our breaths
They're singing to the infinite
Sudden changes make the air uncomfortable
I'll hold you so you're not alone
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
The silence is a lonely thing
Waiting for a sound to fall
A lullaby to calm our sleep
The promise of another world
Sudden changes make the air uncomfortable
Oh, hold me so I'm not alone, no
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
Float into the endless night
Dust cradles our names
And all the things we ever cared for
To run again without the pain
To love you without being afraid
To fall into the flowers bloom, of the other side
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
Oh, when I'm quiet on the other side
Yeah, I am loving you, that's all I do
And things will change, but you'll be alright
The lyrics for "Lamb's Wool" by Foster the People captures the essence of love and companionship in the midst of uncertainty and change. The song begins with the confession of the difficulty that comes with saying goodbye and the realization that the time spent with a loved one might be the last. The spaces in between breaths are 'singing to the infinite', suggesting a deeply spiritual and connected moment that is transcendent. The idea of change is introduced as uncomfortable and sudden, but the singer assures their loved one that they will always be there to hold them and be with them.
The chorus reveals the depth of the singer's love and devotion for their partner, even in silence. The singer states that all they do is keep loving their companion, even when times are tough and change is inevitable. The poetic imagery of 'floating into the endless night' and 'dust cradles our names' suggests a sense of transcendence towards a new world that is free of pain and free to love without fear. The song ends with the reminder that changes happen, but with the reassurance that everything will be alright.
Overall, Foster the People's "Lamb's Wool" is a beautiful song that captures the depth of love and devotion in a world that is constantly changing. The singer promises to always be there for their partner, even in the silence, and to keep loving them no matter what happens.
Line by Line Meaning
It's hard to look into your eyes
The singer finds it difficult to look into the eyes of their loved one because they fear it might be the last time they see them.
Knowing it might be the last time
The singer is aware of the possibility that this may be the last time they see their loved one.
The spaces in between our breaths
The moments between their breaths provide a sense of intimacy and connection for the singer and their loved one.
They're singing to the infinite
The silence between them seems to be filled with a song that reaches beyond the physical world.
Sudden changes make the air uncomfortable
Changes in their surroundings create a tense atmosphere for the artist and their loved one.
I'll hold you so you're not alone
The singer comforts their loved one by holding them to alleviate the feeling of loneliness.
When I'm quiet on the other side
When the singer is no longer present or has passed away, their love for their loved one remains present.
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Even in death, the artist's love for their loved one remains constant and unwavering.
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
The artist reassures their loved one that they will be okay because they will always be with them in spirit.
I keep laughing to myself
The artist finds joy in their memories and love for their loved one, even in difficult times.
Float into the endless night
The singer envisions a peaceful passing, where they lay to rest in the eternal darkness of the night sky.
Dust cradles our names
The dust that they will become in death holds their identity and memories, cradling them into the afterlife.
And all the things we ever cared for
All of the things that mattered to the singer and their loved one during their lifetime become insignificant in the face of death.
To run again without the pain
Death is a release from the pain and suffering of life, allowing the singer to be free once more.
To love you without being afraid
In death, the singer can love their loved one without fear of rejection or loss.
To fall into the flowers bloom, of the other side
The afterlife is imagined as a beautiful, flowery world where the artist can finally rest in peace.
Things will change, but you'll be alright
The artist acknowledges that life will continue after they are gone, but assures their loved one that they will be able to cope with those changes and be okay.
Lyrics © DistroKid, DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Mark Foster, Isom Innis
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Lyric
It's hard to look into your eyes
Knowing it might be the last time
The spaces in between our breaths
They're singing to the infinite
Sudden changes make the air uncomfortable
I'll hold you so you're not alone
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
The silence is a lonely thing
Waiting for a sound to fall
A lullaby to calm our sleep
The promise of another world
Sudden changes make the air uncomfortable
Oh, hold me so I'm not alone, no
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
Float into the endless night
Dust cradles our names
And all the things we ever cared for
To run again without the pain
To love you without being afraid
To fall into the flowers bloom, of the other side
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
Oh, when I'm quiet on the other side
Yeah, I am loving you, that's all I do
And things will change, but you'll be alright
Luis Humberto Padilla Cardoso
Lyric:
It's hard to look into your eyes
Knowing it might be the last time
The spaces in between our breaths
They're singing to the infinite
Sudden changes make the air uncomfortable
I'll hold you so you're not alone
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
The silence is a lonely thing
Waiting for a sound to fall
A lullaby to calm our sleep
The promise of another world
Sudden changes make the air uncomfortable
Oh, hold me so I'm not alone, no
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
Float into the endless night
Dust cradles our names
And all the things we ever cared for
To run again without the pain
To love you without being afraid
To fall into the flowers bloom, of the other side
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
Oh, when I'm quiet on the other side
Yeah, I am loving you, that's all I do
And things will change, but you'll be alright
Aylin Prada
me encanta esta musicaa <3
la letra :)
It's hard to look into your eyes
Knowing it might be the last time
The spaces in between our breaths
They're singing to the infinite
Sudden changes make the air uncomfortable
I'll hold you so you're not alone
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
The silence is a lonely thing
Waiting for a sound to fall
A lullaby to calm our sleep
The promise of another world
Sudden changes make the air uncomfortable
Oh, hold me so I'm not alone, no
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
Float into the endless night
Dust cradles our names
And all the things we ever cared for
To run again without the pain
To love you without being afraid
To fall into the flowers bloom, of the other side
When I'm quiet on the other side
Know that I am loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
You're fine my love, never mind 'cause I'm here
I keep laughing to myself
I'm so in love with loving you, that's all I do
Is keep loving you
Where things will change, but I'll always be the same
Oh, when I'm quiet on the other side
Yeah, I am loving you, that's all I do
And things will change, but you'll be alright
ARTOROBOTO {TV}
This dude has the most unique voice ever. Any of their songs can be spotted from miles away.
Onions
🥀 This song called Time by The Impures, u should listen too it is so good ^.^
Spinostafrikanotosuchuonymimus
Each FTP song is so different but if you're a fan you can tell immediately it's them.
Jillian
it's incredible how similar his voice sounds now to when they started, it's amazing
Wild Willy
@Jillian I mean... they only started in 2009. You make it seem like they started in the 70’s-80’s. Lol
Jillian
@Wild Willy that's still 12 years, I'm just saying their sound has remained consistent despite going through many different eras which has not been a common factor for other bands
Eoghan Reen
I'm so sick of people saying they are one hit wonders. This is a masterpiece. Pure and utter class. Every single song they release especially their new release broken jaw is always amazing.
sentihcn
Broken Jaw was from their first album Torches.., just re-released as a single for their 10th Anniv Edition of Torches
MochiiiUwUxx
They put out so many bops🥲 and they're so slept on🥺 I feel like they got a bad like rep after pumped up kicks🙃
Joselo Perez V.
@MochiiiUwUxx parece q su video fuese una critica que no tubieron mucha aceptacion XD ahi esta su golpe