Rewind
Frank Bell Lyrics
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Should I wait
Take your time...
Is this
A mistake
To wait in line...
Make your move
I made mine
I don't mean
To be rude
Perhaps I'm blind
None of this seems quite right
The stars are on strike tonight
Wondering
Why can't we rewind?
Your voice
Is still fresh
In my ears
It's been months
But it feels
More like years
Tell me when
Tell me where
And I'll go
Show me
You still care
So I know
None of this seems quite right
The stars are on strike tonight
Wondering
Why can't we rewind?
How long
Should I wait
Take your time...
The lyrics to Frank Bell's song Rewind deal with the confusing and uncertain feelings that come after a breakup. The singer is stuck in limbo, not wanting to move on completely but also unsure if waiting around is a mistake. The repetition of "how long should I wait" and "take your time" suggests that the singer values patience and is willing to give their partner the space they need, however, they also express a longing to know when and where their partner will make their move.
The line "the stars are on strike tonight" paints a picture of a dark and lonely night, with the singer feeling lost and without guidance. They wonder why they can't just "rewind" back to when things were better, suggesting a desire to relive the good moments and fix whatever went wrong.
Overall, the song encapsulates the conflict of wanting to hold on to a relationship that may not be salvageable and the struggle to move forward with uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
How long
Asking for a duration of time.
Should I wait
Questioning if waiting is necessary.
Take your time...
Suggesting patience is important in this situation.
Is this
Asking for clarification on a specific matter.
A mistake
Questioning if a choice was wrong.
To wait in line...
Asking if waiting for something is feasible.
When will you
Asking for a specific time of action.
Make your move
Requesting that someone take action.
I made mine
Acknowledging that the artist has taken action.
I don't mean
Clarifying intention.
To be rude
Stating that no offense is intended.
Perhaps I'm blind
Acknowledging a potential lack of understanding.
None of this seems quite right
Expressing dissatisfaction with the situation.
The stars are on strike tonight
Using a metaphor to describe how the world seems to be going wrong.
Wondering
Expressing curiosity about the situation.
Why can't we rewind?
Questioning whether it's possible to go back in time and change things.
Your voice
Referring to someone's speech or communication.
Is still fresh
Their words are still impactful in the singer's mind.
In my ears
Idiomatic expression meaning they still remember the words clearly.
It's been months
Used to describe a length of time.
But it feels
Expressing the artist's emotions.
More like years
Describing how long the time feels to the artist.
Tell me when
Asking for a specific time.
Tell me where
Asking for the location of something.
And I'll go
Agreeing to go somewhere.
Show me
Requesting demonstration or proof of something.
You still care
Asking if someone still has feelings for them.
So I know
To put the artist out of their uncertainty.
Contributed by Leo E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
wasabiP
That was really well done. Great song man. I was kinda expecting some kinda high-range interlude coz the chorus sounded like some kinda cool bridge, but I was surprised and enjoyed it the way it was. Great stuff man.
Mareike Klein
I just bought your EP! Can't wait till its in the mail. I think you're an amazing and extremely talented artist, hope to hear more from you! greets from germany
funanimegirl
yes yes i'm your fan too, you're great man! i love your voice. your songs are sooo cool!
los
simply awesome talent - your guitar style and the sound of your voice really mesh quite well, would love to hear you live with a back up band. subscribing, i look forward to future songs matey.
CallMeWhatever
i was on a search for this song yeah!!!! i love it yur voice is amazing i need to still learn how to play my guitar and yes the real world put me on this song =] im glad they did
dextrin69
I wish I had even half your talent. Good work Frank.
TheSKeB
Frank this one's my favorite so far. As soon as it begins, I start to get those sought after goosebumps. The the voice enters and its just great.
mesmone
Wow. I wasn't expecting it to be so good! Really all-around fantastic. I love the penguin song too. :)
Liz_DFTBA
This is an amazing song. You have an excellent voice too. I'm totally subscribing!
seeminglymeaningless
Love all of this! The song, the words, everything, but the slide back on the guitar *winces* Faved.