True
Gary Kemp Lyrics
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Huh huh huh huh huh huh
So true funny how it seems
Always in time but never in line for dreams
Head over heels when toe to toe
This is the sound of my soul
This is the sound
I bought a ticket to the world
Why do I find it hard to write the next line
Oh I want the truth to be said
Huh huh huh huh huh huh
I know this much is true
Huh huh huh huh huh huh
I know this much is true
With a thrill in my head and a pill on my tongue
Dissolve the nerves that I've just begun
Listening to Marvin(all night long)
This is the sound of my soul
This is the sound
Always slipping from my hands
Sets a time of its own
Take your seaside arms and write the next line
Oh I want the truth to be known
Huh huh huh huh huh huh
I know this much is true
Huh huh huh huh huh huh
I know this much is true
I bought a ticket to the world
But now I′ve come back again
Why do I find it hard to write the next line
Oh I want the truth to be said
Huh huh huh huh huh huh
I know this much is true
Huh huh huh huh huh huh
I know this much is true
I know this much is true
I know this much is true
I know this much is true
The lyrics to Gary Kemp's song True are complex and offer a deep exploration into human emotion, specifically the struggle to find honesty and authenticity in oneself. The repeated phrase "huh huh huh huh huh huh" suggests a combination of laughter and uncertainty, as the singer appears unsure of how to express his true feelings. The next lines, "So true, funny how it seems / always in time but never in line for dreams," suggests that despite the apparent truth the singer is aware of, it is still difficult for him to align himself with his aspirations. The phrase "head over heels when toe to toe" could suggest a sense of disorientation or confusion, yet there is an underlying idea of passion and commitment.
The mention of "listening to Marvin (all night long)" could be a reference to Marvin Gaye, who was known for themes of love and truth in his music. This further underscores the theme of struggling for authenticity and genuine expression. The repeated phrase "I know this much is true" suggests that despite the difficulties in finding the right words, the singer is certain of the importance of honesty, and he is committed to finding it. The last few lines, "take your seaside arms and write the next line / oh I want the truth to be known," further emphasize the idea that finding honesty and expressing it is a communal effort, as the singer invites others to join him in the journey to uncover the truth.
Line by Line Meaning
So true funny how it seems
It's strange how often reality aligns with what we thought was just a dream
Always in time but never in line for dreams
We always seem to be on schedule for the mundane things, but never quite achieving our dreams
Head over heels when toe to toe
Being in love makes us a little unsteady on our feet, but fully invested in the other person
This is the sound of my soul
This music perfectly represents my inner self and emotions
I bought a ticket to the world
I set out to explore and experience everything the world has to offer
But now I′ve come back again
Despite my adventures, I find myself back where I started
Why do I find it hard to write the next line
Why am I struggling to express my true self and put my feelings into words?
Oh I want the truth to be said
I desire honesty and authenticity in myself and in others
I know this much is true
I am confident that what I believe in and feel is completely genuine and real
With a thrill in my head and a pill on my tongue
Overwhelmed with excitement and taking some kind of substance to heighten the experience
Dissolve the nerves that I've just begun
Getting rid of any anxiety or fear that might be holding me back from enjoying myself fully
Listening to Marvin(all night long)
I'm lost in the music of Marvin Gaye, feeling the soulful emotions and passion of his music
Always slipping from my hands
I can never seem to quite grasp what I'm striving for
Sets a time of its own
My dreams and goals follow their own timeline, independent of my efforts to control them
Take your seaside arms and write the next line
Embrace the comfort of the familiar, and let that provide the inspiration for what comes next
I know this much is true
Once again, I am sure of what I really believe and feel
I know this much is true
And once more, I am stating this belief with complete conviction
I know this much is true
I'm really, really sure that this is just the way things are
Writer(s): Gary J. Kemp
Contributed by Mason H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ausirias7372
I actually found this song again by typing in "hah ha ha haaaa ha" literally can't believe it worked
@kidjustice7945
Lolol too funny. Hah ha ha haaah hah
@jenntolentino432
Hahahaha
@katebanks6047
I love you I admit it.
@Apollo_Blaze
Thats wild, lol
@xenodf6069
Google finds comments like these on videos, thus helping people find the song :)
@nmarks
Musically, the 1980s was a truly fantastic decade.
@danbasta3677
It took some getting use to the 80's style, however your quite right, it's the very last decade of music that was really good and made a great deal of sense. After that silly, crappy rap crap too over the airwaves, music went down hill in a heartbeat. Matter of fact once that rap crap took over a lot of radio stations throughout the country changed their format to nothing but talk shows and or this silly sports talk show gig.
@angeliawillislane5648
Glad I got to be there
@ZXLNT
Absolutely the best!!!