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G.R.I.N.D. Lyrics
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I stayed up late (I stayed up late) to hear your voice
This light is here (this light is here) to keep you warm (to keep you warm)
This song is here (this song is here) to keep you strong
I made a list of things to say
But all I really want to say (but all I want)
All I really want to say is (that's all I want)
And keep him strong (to say)
While I'm away from here (that's all I want)
Hold her and keep her strong (this world is big and so awake)
While I'm away from here (to hear your voice)
Hold her and keep him strong (this light is here to keep you warm)
While I'm away from here (this song is here to keep you strong)
I've seen the world
And so, awake and stay up late to hear me sing (keep him strong)
Just hold her
I've seen the world
And so, awake and stay up late to hear me sing (keep him strong)
Just hold him
Hold her and keep her strong (I've seen the world and stayed up late)
While I'm away from here (to hear you sing)
And hold him (I've seen the world and so awake)
And keep him strong (so stay up late)
In this song, G.R.I.N.D. expresses his love for someone who is far away from him. He acknowledges that the world is big and awake, but he stays up late to hear their voice. He wants them to know that there is light and warmth for them even when he is not there, and that the song he is singing is meant to keep them strong. He had made a list of things to say, but ultimately what he wants is for them to hold each other and remain strong while he is away.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of longing and a desire for closeness with a loved one. The repetition of phrases like "hold her," "keep him strong," and "this song is here to keep you strong," emphasize the importance of strength and support in a relationship, especially when physical distance separates the couple. The use of repetition and simple language also add to the emotional impact of the song, making it easy to understand and relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
This world is big (this world is big) and so awake (and so awake)
The world is vast and bustling with life and energy.
I stayed up late (I stayed up late) to hear your voice
I intentionally stayed awake for an extended period to listen to you speak.
This light is here (this light is here) to keep you warm (to keep you warm)
This source of illumination is present to provide you with comfort and solace.
This song is here (this song is here) to keep you strong
This musical composition exists to strengthen and uplift you.
I made a list of things to say
I composed a register of statements to make.
But all I really want to say (but all I want)
Nevertheless, my true desire is to convey this one message.
All I really want to say is (that's all I want)
The sole message I wish to communicate is this.
Hold her (I wrote a list of things to say)
Embrace and support the feminine subject of this song.
And keep him strong (to say)
And fortify the masculine subject of this song.
While I'm away from here (that's all I want)
During my absence from this place, that is all I ask.
Hold her and keep her strong (this world is big and so awake)
Provide support and fortification to the feminine subject in this vast and active world.
While I'm away from here (to hear your voice)
During my time apart, I yearn to hear your voice.
Hold her and keep him strong (this light is here to keep you warm)
Provide support and fortification to the masculine subject in the presence of this source of warmth.
While I'm away from here (this song is here to keep you strong)
In my absence, let this song serve as a source of strength for you.
I've seen the world
I have traveled and experienced various parts of the world.
And so, awake and stay up late to hear me sing (keep him strong)
I am alert and willing to stay awake to perform for the masculine subject and keep them strong.
Just hold her
Simply embrace the feminine subject of this song.
And hold him (I've seen the world and so awake)
And similarly embrace the masculine subject of this song, while being alert and awake.
And keep him strong (so stay up late)
And fortify and empower the masculine subject, even late into the night.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Michael Stipe, Michael E. Mills, Peter Lawrence Buck, William Thomas Berry
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