Happy Machines
From Indian Lakes Lyrics
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You were lying there
Just waiting for me to speak
You want to be my friend
You were hoping I could change
But I stay the same
And everything feels better now
They told me to say
Will keep you safe
But you know
Everything feels better now
The color left your eyes
They were pulling you away
In a moment you're gone
We make another friend
We go on with it
And everyone moves on
Will anything come back again?
I can't find the words
Do I hear the sound of another's voice?
We can make this work
But you know
Everything feels better now
Everything feels better now
The lyrics of From Indian Lakes's song Happy Machines convey a contemplative tone and evoke an introspective mood in the listener. The opening lines, "I wasn't making sense, You were lying there, Just waiting for me to speak," depict a scene where the singer is struggling to express themselves whilst being confronted with the attentive gaze of someone they care for. The following lines, "You want to be my friend, You were hoping I could change, But I stay the same," reflect the singer's insecurities and fear of letting others down. It is clear that the singer feels trapped in their feelings and cannot see a way forward.
The song then shifts to a more optimistic tone with the lines, "And everything feels better now, They told me to say, Now everything coming from your mouth, Will keep you safe." It appears that the singer has received advice from someone and is willing to give things another shot. However, the lines are also tinged with ambiguity, leaving the listener wondering who is speaking and why everything is suddenly better. The next lines, "The color left your eyes, They were pulling you away, In a moment you're gone," show a sense of loss and abandonment, further building on the introspective feeling of the song.
In conclusion, From Indian Lakes's Happy Machines is a complex song that conveys deeper layers of complexity in its lyrics. The song seems to talk about a person who feels trapped and insecure but is trying to make things right. However, the song remains open-ended, leaving the listener to interpret its meaning for themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
I wasn't making sense
I was having trouble expressing my thoughts and feelings
You were lying there
You were patiently waiting for me to open up
Just waiting for me to speak
You were willing to listen and be there for me
You want to be my friend
You desire to build a genuine relationship with me
You were hoping I could change
You had faith in my ability to grow and develop
But I stay the same
Despite your hope, I remain unchanged
And everything feels better now
Despite the challenges, things are improving and looking up
They told me to say
I was given advice on what to communicate
Now everything coming from your mouth
Now, what you say can protect you and help you navigate life
Will keep you safe
Speaking your truth and expressing yourself can shield you from harm
The color left your eyes
You lost a part of yourself or felt defeated
They were pulling you away
External factors were leading you further from what you desire
In a moment you're gone
Suddenly, you disappear or become distant
We make another friend
We continue to form new connections with others
We go on with it
We carry on with our lives despite the challenges we face
And everyone moves on
People tend to continue forward and forget past events
Will anything come back again?
Wondering if certain people, events, or feelings will ever return
I can't find the words
I am unable to express myself fully
Do I hear the sound of another's voice?
Am I hearing someone else's opinions and views more than my own?
We can make this work
There is still hope to create positive outcomes
But you know
Despite the challenges, you recognize the potential for growth and positive change
Everything feels better now
Despite past difficulties, there is a sense of hope and improvement in the present
Contributed by Dominic E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jonathan Preavett
Why are so many people hating on the new album? I love the ambient vibe this album has. It's beautiful.
Frankie Rollins
People... don't like this???
ATLBike Chronicles
I am shocked not everyone liked this album. I found them through blank tapes
Da3Overrated
This album is absolutely amazing
Poppy SikJoi
This is awesome! I love it! It's so relaxing and meditative!
rewcow
Love the new album. Every record you put out is something different. Just saw you guys in Philly last week. Amazing performance!
Alexa Riannon
Here because Lynn Gunn said she loves it and I am NOT disappointed
Frankie Rollins
Same here!
Ches L
whats with all the little views? this band is fucken awesome!
Al Austin
Do a tour with Polyenso. You fit right in with them.