Coastline
Frank Black and the Catholics Lyrics


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There's a perfect explanation for the shit that I've been in
As soon as I find out I'll let you know
And if it's any consolation well, your horse is going to win
'Cause mine and all the others are just too slow

There's a coastline I'd like to go back
And if you don't mind I'm going to turn 'round in my tracks
It's good to be back down on the coastline
We lost contact and I hope that you don't mind
I was trying to save us both some time

There's a coastline I'd like to go back
And if you don't mind I'm going to turn 'round in my tracks
It's good to be back down on the coastline




We lost contact and I hope that you don't mind
I was trying to save us both some time

Overall Meaning

In the song, "Coastline" by Frank Black and the Catholics, the singer is reflecting on his life and struggles. He acknowledges that there is a "perfect explanation for the shit" that he has been through, but he has yet to figure it out. He promises to let others know when he finds out. The singer then tries to console someone, saying that their horse is going to win. He then explains that his own horse is just too slow, implying that he is lagging behind or struggling to keep up with the pace of life.


The song then shifts to the coastline, a place where the singer would like to go back. He is asking for permission to turn around in his tracks and go back there. He then expresses his joy at being back on the coastline, but acknowledges that he has lost contact with someone. He hopes that the person does not mind, as he was trying to save them both some time.


Overall, the song seems to be about the struggles and challenges of life, while also acknowledging the beauty and comfort of certain places and relationships. The singer is reflecting on his journey in life, and is hoping to find answers to the difficulties he has faced.


Line by Line Meaning

There's a perfect explanation for the shit that I've been in
I know there's a reason for all the bad things that happened to me.


As soon as I find out I'll let you know
I'll tell you the reason once I figure it out.


And if it's any consolation well, your horse is going to win
Don't worry, you'll come out on top in the end.


'Cause mine and all the others are just too slow
I can't keep up with the competition.


There's a coastline I'd like to go back
I want to return to a familiar place.


And if you don't mind I'm going to turn 'round in my tracks
I'm going to retrace my steps.


It's good to be back down on the coastline
I feel comfortable and happy to be here.


We lost contact and I hope that you don't mind
I'm sorry we lost touch, I hope it's okay with you.


I was trying to save us both some time
I was trying to make things easier and more efficient for both of us.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLES THOMPSON

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