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The love glows, I know the love glows
Oh I know the love glows
I know the love glows yeah

If we colored our white walls pitch black
Turn all the lights off and lay back
We can make love with our bare hands
We can make light out of thin air
Or we can close our eyes and sleep well
Dreams feel realer than right now
But whatever you do don’t let go
My only nightmare is waking up alone
In a world where you’re not mine
And the room painted off white
Running out in the daylight
Tryna get back to you
When I stare into your eyes
I see my real life
That’s why I never sleep with my back to you

When I lay down, facing you
I can feel my eyelids glow
(I never sleep with my back to you)
And if the sun rises (back to you) behind you
I don’t think I’d notice though
I never sleep with my back to you
Back to you i never sleep with my back
To you, back to you, back to you

Laying under the covers that I stole
From your side of the bed cause I got cold
You rolled over and whispered ro-robbery
So you been sleeping with a thief in your bed
Stole your heart and your pillows




Whatever you do just don’t go
Baby, the worst jail is
Waking up alone in a world
Where you’re not mine
In a room painted off white
Running out in the daylight
Tryna get back to you
When I’m looking in you eyes
I see my real life
So I never sleep with my back to you

When I lay down, facing you
I can feel my eyelids glow
(I never sleep with my back to you)
And if the sun rises (back to you) behind you
I don’t think I’d notice though
I never sleep with my back to you
Back to you i never sleep with my back
To you, back to you, back to you

Like a nightlight like a teddy bear
Like a toddler’s blanket look at us baby
Two grownups acting like children
O-o-o-oooo, yeah

When I lay down, facing you
I can feel my eyelids glow
(I never sleep with my back to you)
And if the sun rises (back to you) behind you
I don’t think I’d notice though
I never sleep with my back to you
Back to you i never sleep with my back
To you, back to you, back to you
When I lay down, facing you
I can feel my eyelids glow
(I never sleep with my back to you)
And if the sun rises (back to you) behind you
I don’t think I’d notice though
I never sleep with my back to you
Back to you i never sleep with my back
To you, back to you, back to you

Overall Meaning

In Frank Ocean's song "Back," the lyrics speak to the deep connection and love he feels for someone. The repeated lines "I know the love glows" emphasize the intensity and warmth of their love. The lyrics describe a desire to be close and intimate with the person, both physically and emotionally.


The imagery in the lines "If we colored our white walls pitch black/Turn all the lights off and lay back" paints a picture of a private and intimate moment between two individuals. It suggests that they can create their own world where they are completely focused on each other. The lyrics also mention the power of dreams, with the line "Dreams feel realer than right now," suggesting that the love they share feels almost transcendent and surreal.


The chorus of the song expresses the fear of being separated from this person. The line "My only nightmare is waking up alone" conveys the deep fear of losing them. The room painted off white represents a world without the person, symbolizing a lack of vibrancy and happiness. The desire to get back to the person and the mention of never sleeping with their back to them indicate a need for constant closeness and reassurance in the relationship.


Overall, the lyrics in "Back" convey a deep and intense love, as well as the fear of losing it. The song explores the importance of intimacy, connection, and never taking love for granted.


Line by Line Meaning

The love glows, I know the love glows
The love between us remains strong and vibrant, I am aware of its radiant presence


If we colored our white walls pitch black
If we embraced the darkness and uncertainty in our lives


Turn all the lights off and lay back
Letting go of external distractions, surrendering to the intimacy and vulnerability of the moment


We can make love with our bare hands
We can create a deep connection and passion without any physical objects or barriers


We can make light out of thin air
We have the ability to find happiness and joy even in the most difficult or challenging situations


Or we can close our eyes and sleep well
Alternatively, we can find peace and contentment by letting go and embracing the tranquility of sleep


Dreams feel realer than right now
Sometimes our dreams and fantasies can feel more vivid and meaningful than our current reality


But whatever you do don’t let go
Regardless of the circumstances, please don't release your hold on our relationship


My only nightmare is waking up alone
My greatest fear is the thought of starting a new day without you by my side


In a world where you’re not mine
Imagining a reality where we are not together, which feels incredibly lonely and empty


And the room painted off white
Being in a space that lacks color and vibrancy, symbolizing the absence of our love


Running out in the daylight
Desperately trying to find my way back to you, searching for your presence and love


Tryna get back to you
Putting in all the effort and determination to reunite and reconnect with you


When I stare into your eyes
When I gaze deeply into your eyes, I see my true purpose and fulfillment in life


I see my real life
Your presence and love bring meaning and authenticity to my existence


That’s why I never sleep with my back to you
I always make sure to sleep facing you, symbolizing my constant commitment and dedication to our relationship


Laying under the covers that I stole
Being wrapped in the warmth and comfort of the bed sheets I took from your side of the bed


From your side of the bed cause I got cold
Taking your belongings to ease my physical discomfort, showcasing my reliance on your presence


You rolled over and whispered ro-robbery
You playfully acknowledge my act of taking your things, emphasizing the intimacy and familiarity between us


So you been sleeping with a thief in your bed
You have accepted and embraced my presence, even though I have taken something precious from you


Stole your heart and your pillows
Metaphorically speaking, I have captured both your love and the physical comfort you desire


Whatever you do just don’t go
Please, whatever happens, don't leave me or abandon our relationship


Baby, the worst jail is waking up alone
Feeling trapped and imprisoned in a life without you, experiencing a deep sense of emptiness and despair


Like a nightlight like a teddy bear
Symbolizing the warmth, comfort, and sense of security we bring to each other's lives


Like a toddler’s blanket look at us baby
Comparing our relationship to the innocent and pure bond shared between children, highlighting its simplicity and genuineness


Two grownups acting like children
Despite being adults, we find joy and happiness in behaving playfully and carefree with each other


When I lay down, facing you
When I position myself in bed, intentionally facing you to maintain closeness and intimacy


I can feel my eyelids glow
Sensing a warm and comforting sensation, as if my very being is illuminated by the love and connection we share


And if the sun rises behind you
Even if the world around us changes or becomes challenging, as long as I have you by my side, I remain unaware and unaffected


I don’t think I’d notice though
My focus and attention are fully directed towards you, making everything else seem inconsequential and insignificant




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@jailauren3028

Most underrated song i literally be listening to this song for YEARS!!!!!

@gbreezy6393

Facts been bumping this since I was like 13 lol I’m 21 now πŸ˜‚

@zayzero_

Facts

@jadahayes5935

I used to listen to this song in the morning getting ready for schoolπŸ₯Ί everything was so easy then

@LovetheLuvRecords

Saaaame. πŸ₯ΊπŸ’•

@Youtubemusings

Same wow

@yha-yha2565

SAME, 2012 was great.

@daveeaster1061

Damn same

@dimitricraft437

Yo 2011 was an epic year for music. I almost dropped my own music after I heard this. πŸ˜‚ I miss the times when I first heard his music. It takes me back to a crazy time growing up where everyone I knew listened to him on some torrent site. πŸ˜…

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@THEEVIBRANTONE

that moment you randomly remember a song hunt it down then remember how much you loved it.... this song is that for me.

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