Butterflies
Garza David Lyrics
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I like to hear that once in a while
And I'll even listen to all your vanity
Utter lies are like butterflies
They just both die in a couple of days
Show me all your proof
Put it right in front of my eyes
Utter lies are like butterflies
They just both die in a couple of days
And what's in me and what's in you
We're just bricks on the floor
Solid ground for standing when we
Kick down the door
And it leaves my heart room
For expanding on you
It gets to me but you don't
Have to wait for me
Because I'm already yours
Tell me about your life
I'd like to hear that story again
Especially the part about your vanity
Honest words are like August thirds
They just both come maybe once in a year
And keeping your opinions to
A quiet little hush
It's like brushing your teeth with a razor
Shaving with a toothbrush
Just leaves your heart room for
Exploding all over me
And then it gets to you but you
Don't have to wait for me
Because I'm already yours
Tell me about your life
I'd like to hear that story again
Especially the part about your vanity
Utter lies are like butterflies
They just both die in a couple of days
In "Butterflies" by Garza David, the lyrics convey the importance of honesty and truth in a relationship. The singer acknowledges that while they appreciate hearing the truth occasionally, they are also willing to listen to the other person's vanity or self-centeredness. However, they compare "utter lies" to butterflies, suggesting that both falsehoods and butterflies have a short lifespan, eventually dying in a couple of days.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of proof and evidence. The singer wants the other person to provide evidence and show them the truth, emphasizing the significance of backing up words with actions. They encourage transparency, wanting the truth to be put right in front of their eyes.
The song emphasizes the vulnerability and trust in a relationship. The line "And what's in me and what's in you, we're just bricks on the floor" suggests that both individuals are solid foundations, supporting each other when faced with challenges, symbolized by kicking down the door. The singer expresses that their heart has room to expand and love the other person freely, while acknowledging that waiting for reciprocation is unnecessary since they already belong to each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Speaking of the truth
Let's discuss honesty and sincerity
I like to hear that once in a while
I appreciate hearing the truth occasionally
And I'll even listen to all your vanity
I am willing to listen to your self-centeredness and ego
Utter lies are like butterflies
False statements are fragile and short-lived
They just both die in a couple of days
They quickly lose their impact and are forgotten
Show me all your proof
Present me with concrete evidence
Put it right in front of my eyes
Display it clearly and directly for me to see
And what's in me and what's in you
Our inner selves, emotions, and thoughts
We're just bricks on the floor
We are mere building blocks, insignificant individually
Solid ground for standing when we
A stable foundation that supports us
Kick down the door
When we overcome obstacles and face challenges
And it leaves my heart room
It creates space in my heart
For expanding on you
To grow my love and affection for you
It gets to me but you don't
It affects me deeply, but you don't have to
Have to wait for me
You don't need to wait for my approval or response
Because I'm already yours
Because I am already committed to you
Tell me about your life
Share with me your experiences and journey
I'd like to hear that story again
I am interested in hearing your narrative once more
Especially the part about your vanity
Particularly the aspects related to your ego and self-importance
Honest words are like August thirds
Truthful statements are as rare as unique calendar dates
They just both come maybe once in a year
They are infrequent, occurring only rarely
And keeping your opinions to
When you choose not to share your viewpoints openly
A quiet little hush
Silencing your thoughts and keeping them to yourself
It's like brushing your teeth with a razor
It is an uncomfortable and dangerous act
Shaving with a toothbrush
Attempting a task with the wrong tool, ineffective
Just leaves your heart room for
Leaves space in your heart for
Exploding all over me
Expressing intense emotions towards me
And then it gets to you but you
It eventually affects you, although
Don't have to wait for me
You don't need to rely on me or my response
Because I'm already yours
Because I am already devoted to you
Utter lies are like butterflies
Complete falsehoods are delicate and temporary
They just both die in a couple of days
They quickly lose significance and fade away
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