"Sister Ray" came from a wild part of me during lockdown that was craving a night of freedom and fun again, a longing to let go. The velvet underground reference is a nod to describing the most debauched night you could ever imagine but in its spirit it’s a celebration of the people you can have those indescribable times with. I wanted to encapsulate that energy in a song so I could imagine that feeling forever." - Foxes
Sister Ray
Foxes Lyrics
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Cuts the floor
Still awake for
Evermore
Taken too much
Much too young
Our hearts spinning too fast, too far
We could make tonight
One of those sister ray kinda nights
Yes, your love is mythical, a ritual
Moving like a knife
It's close enough, it's dangerous
Gemini it's your touch that's got me
We could make tonight
One of those sister ray kinda nights
Yes, your love is mythical, a ritual
Moving like a knife
It's close enough, it's dangerous
Gemini it's your touch that's got me
Do you remember
It was a clear night
Can almost taste it
The sweetness alright
Taken too much
Much too young
Our hearts spinning too fast, too far
To love someone
We could make tonight
One of those sister ray kinda nights
Yes, your love is mythical, a ritual
Moving like a knife
It's close enough, it's dangerous
Gemini it's your touch that's got me
We could make tonight
One of those sister ray kinda nights
Yes, your love is mythical, a ritual
Moving like a knife
It's close enough, it's dangerous
Gemini it's your touch that's got me
(Crying for your love)
It's in your arms
You know I've been dying to live like this
Straight up, pure cut
You know I've been dying to live like this
(Crying for your love)
It's in your arms
You know I've been dying to live like this
Straight up, pure cut
You know I've been dying to live like this
Show your feelings
Show you care
Signs of life, I'll meet you there
Show your feelings, show you care
Breathe the light that's in the air
We could make tonight
One of those sister ray kinda nights
Yes, your love is mythical, a ritual
Moving like a knife
It's close enough, it's dangerous
Gemini it's your touch that's got me
We could make tonight
One of those sister ray kinda nights
Yes, your love is mythical, a ritual
Moving like a knife
It's close enough, it's dangerous
Gemini it's your touch that's got me
(Crying for your love)
The lyrics to Foxes' song "Sister Ray" convey a sense of longing for an intense and passionate connection with another person. The singer describes a person who keeps dancing, cutting through the floor, never ceasing to be awake. This person seems to be full of life and energy, representing a vibrant and captivating presence.
The line "Taken too much, much too young" suggests that both the singer and the person they are addressing have experienced intense emotions and relationships at a young age. Their hearts are spinning too fast, too far for the conventional expectations of love. Despite this, there is a desire to love someone deeply and make the present moment a memorable one.
The lyrics mention a "sister ray kinda night," implying a night where the intensity of their love and connection reaches a peak. The love being described is characterized as mythical and ritualistic, possessing a dangerous and potent quality. The mention of the Gemini zodiac sign suggests an element of duality, symbolizing the conflicting emotions and desires experienced within the relationship.
In the latter part of the song, the lyrics express a strong desire for a different way of living. The singer wants to be in the arms of the person they are addressing, experiencing a life filled with intensity and purity. They long for a connection that allows them to fully express their feelings and cares for one another. The phrase "breathe the light that's in the air" suggests a desire for a transformative experience, where they can truly feel alive.
Overall, "Sister Ray" encapsulates a yearning for an intense and passionate connection with another person, one that transcends traditional notions of love and dives into a realm of fervor and transformation.
Line by Line Meaning
She keeps dancing
She continues to dance
Cuts the floor
She dances with skill and grace
Still awake for
Still wide awake, not ready to sleep
Evermore
For an indefinite amount of time
Taken too much
Consumed excessive amounts
Much too young
At an age considered too young
Our hearts spinning too fast, too far
Our emotions are overwhelming and out of control
To love someone
To have deep feelings for another person
We could make tonight
We have the opportunity to turn this evening into
One of those sister ray kinda nights
A night filled with intense experiences and emotions
Yes, your love is mythical, a ritual
Your love feels extraordinary and is a repeated pattern
Moving like a knife
Having a sharp and powerful impact
It's close enough, it's dangerous
The situation is getting dangerously intense
Gemini it's your touch that's got me
The touch from someone who belongs to the Gemini zodiac sign has captivated me
Do you remember
Do you recall
It was a clear night
The sky was free from clouds
Can almost taste it
Can nearly experience it
The sweetness alright
The pleasantness is satisfactory
It's in your arms
The feeling of being held by you
You know I've been dying to live like this
I have longed to experience life in such a way
Straight up, pure cut
Completely authentic and unadulterated
Show your feelings
Express your emotions
Show you care
Demonstrate your concern
Signs of life, I'll meet you there
Indications of vitality, I will join you at that place
Breathe the light that's in the air
Inhale the positive energy surrounding us
(Crying for your love)
(Expressing deep emotional longing for your love)
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Amy Kuney, James Greenwood, Louisa Allen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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LYRICS:
She Keeps Dancing
Cuts The Floor
Still Awake For
Evermore
Taken Too Much
Much Too Young
Our Hearts Spinning Too Fast, Too Far
To Love Someone
We Could Make Tonight
One Of Those Sister Ray Kinda Nights
Yes, Your Love Is Mythical, A Ritual
Moving Like A Knife
It's Close Enough, It's Dangerous
Gemini Is Your Touch That's Got Me
We Could Make Tonight
One Of Those Sister Ray Kinda Nights
Yes, Your Love Is Mythical, A Ritual
Moving Like A Knife
It's Close Enough, It's Dangerous
Gemini Is Your Touch That's Got Me
Do You Remember
It Was A Clear Night
Can Almost Tastе It
The Sweetness Alright
Taken Too Much
Much Too Young
Our Hеarts Spinning Too Fast, Too Far
To Love Someone
We Could Make Tonight
One Of Those Sister Ray Kinda Nights
Yes, Your Love Is Mythical, A Ritual
Moving Like A Knife
It's Close Enough, It's Dangerous
Gemini Is Your Touch That's Got Me
We Could Make Tonight
One Of Those Sister Ray Kinda Nights
Yes, Your Love Is Mythical, A Ritual
Moving Like A Knife
It's Close Enough, It's Dangerous
Gemini Is Your Touch That's Got Me
(Crying For Your Love)
It's In Your Arms
You Know I've Been Dying To Live Like This
Straight Up, Pure Cut
You Know I've Been Dying To Live Like This
Crying For Your Love
It's In Your Arms
You Know I've Been Dying To Live Like This
Straight Up, Pure Cut
You Know I've Been Dying To Live Like This
Crying For Your Love
Show Your Feelings
Show You Care
Signs Of Life, I'll Meet You There
Show Your Feelings Show You Care
Breathe The Light That's In The Air
We Could Make Tonight
One Of Those Sister Ray Kinda Nights
Yes, Your Love Is Mythical, A Ritual
Moving Like A Knife
It's Close Enough, It's Dangerous
Gemini Is Your Touch That's Got Me
We Could Make Tonight
One Of Those Sister Ray Kinda Nights
Yes, Your Love Is Mythical, A Ritual
Moving Like A Knife
It's Close Enough, It's Dangerous
Gemini Is Your Touch That's Got Me
(Crying For Your Love)
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@BrunoOliveira-si8tz
Foxes you're so precious, I wish you were noticed by everyone, you deserves to be on a pop mainstream level. Don't stop making music, 'cause your art is beautiful.
@fauxyeahjandy
Foreal!🗣✨🗣
@MatheusPiovesan
She doesn’t want a pop mainstream level. She’s very conscious about it! We just need to appreciate and cherish her the way she is
@StylinRed
She was noticed by everyone, this latest album took too long, and is just a sound that hasn't vibed with the times, doesn't mean its bad, just not what the masses want
@fauxyeahjandy
@ÓRION BECKER yes! 💝💝
@reena4345
@@StylinRed but this is a total bop!
@EMMVNUELS
She deserves more attention. This song is amazing
@ximena8071
no me arrepiento de seguir a Foxes por más de 6 años,esta canción me gusto mucho por que me hace sentir como en el 2015💗
@Northernlights93
me sentí igual, amé la canción al instante!
@alanvilla6455
Siiiiiiiiiiiii, mi favorita siempre será GLORIOUS