La Mer
Frame Shift Lyrics
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My dreams don't seem to make any sense
Imagination running wild - it can't satisfy my need
Oceans taunt me, I'm a patron to the coast
Dark seas, cool breeze, today the tide is low
And then suddenly a shape has caught my eye
On the shore I found an answer
Buried in the sand, circles filled with treasure
I took it home to keep it safe
Little spiral in my hand
The stories you can tell
Never cease to captivate me
Just a simple shell
You came out of the sea
Now you belong to me
I hold it close - I know there are many more
It's like a gallery - down on the ocean floor
Shapes and patterns infinite - spelling clues to history
Swept ashore - could not resist or pass it by
[Chorus:]
On the shore I found an answer
Buried in the sand, circles filled with treasure
I took it home to keep it safe
Little spiral in my hand
The stories you can tell
Never cease to captivate me
Just a simple shell
You came out of the sea
Now you belong to me
Moved by the swells
Currents will tell
Tell us you story
So many out there
No one just like my
Immortal coil keep on floating
[Chorus]
On the shore I found an answer
Buried in the sand, circles filled with treasure
I took it home to keep it safe
Little spiral in my hand
The stories you can tell
Never cease to captivate me
Just a simple shell
You came out of the sea
Now you belong to me
I lie awake knowing who I am
My dreams now seem to make sense again
The lyrics of La Mer by Frame Shift convey a journey of self-discovery and the discovery of a treasure, which leads to a sense of belonging. The singer is lost and uncertain of their identity and seeks fulfilment in their imagination. However, they find that it falls short of satisfying their need. The ocean appears to taunt them and yet, they are drawn to it. The description of the dark seas, cool breeze and the low tide creates a sense of calmness and tranquillity.
The turning point of the song comes when the singer spots a shape that calls to them from the shore. They cannot resist or pass it by. They find an answer to their quest on the shore in the form of a little spiral shell filled with circles that spell clues to history. They take it home to keep it safe and hold it close, recognizing that there are many more like it. The shell becomes a gallery of sorts, down on the ocean floor. The shapes and patterns of the shells become infinite, and the accompanying stories never cease to captivate the singer.
The final chorus signifies the end of the journey. The singer is now content with who they are, and their dreams make sense again. The shell they found on the shore belongs to them, and it brings a sense of belonging. The currents of the ocean also have a story to tell, but for the singer, the little spiral shell is enough. The song ends on a note of fulfilment and contentment.
Line by Line Meaning
I lie awake wondering who I am
I cannot sleep as I am questioning my identity and true purpose in life.
My dreams don't seem to make any sense
My subconscious thoughts and dreams are confusing and difficult for me to comprehend.
Imagination running wild - it can't satisfy my need
My mind is active and imaginative, but it fails to quench my desire for answers and fulfillment.
Oceans taunt me, I'm a patron to the coast
The vastness and complexity of the ocean entice me, as I am drawn to explore its shores and depths.
Dark seas, cool breeze, today the tide is low
The ocean is tranquil and serene, with a comfortable temperature and low tide.
And then suddenly a shape has caught my eye
Unexpectedly, I notice a distinct object that intrigues me.
Calling me, could not resist or pass it by
The object seems to beckon me, and I am unable to ignore or overlook it.
On the shore I found an answer
Upon reaching the beach, I discover a solution or insight that satisfies my quest.
Buried in the sand, circles filled with treasure
The answer is concealed in the sand and represented by circular objects that hold value and significance.
I took it home to keep it safe
I retrieve the object and bring it home with me to ensure its preservation and protection.
Little spiral in my hand
The object is small and spiraled in shape, fitting comfortably within my grasp.
The stories you can tell
The object holds a history and significance that can be uncovered and shared as a narrative.
Never cease to captivate me
I am consistently interested and fascinated by the object's qualities and characteristics.
Just a simple shell
The object may appear unassuming or ordinary, but it holds deeper meaning and value to me.
You came out of the sea
The object originated from the ocean and holds a connection to its vastness and complexity.
Now you belong to me
The object is a part of my collection and personal significance.
Moved by the swells
I am affected and inspired by the ocean's movements and rhythms.
Currents will tell
The ocean's currents provide insight and information that can be discovered and translated.
Tell us your story
I am intrigued by the object's past and eager to learn and share its narrative.
So many out there
There are numerous similar objects waiting to be discovered and explored within the ocean.
No one just like mine
Although there may be others like it, my object holds unique significance and value to me.
Immortal coil keep on floating
The object's spiraled pattern appears to continue endlessly, representing the infinite nature of the ocean and its treasures.
I lie awake knowing who I am
Having found a piece of meaning and significance, I can now rest soundly with a sense of self-awareness and understanding.
My dreams now seem to make sense again
The clarity and fulfillment I have found allow my previously confusing and disparate thoughts to fall into place and make sense.
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