Middle Of The Night
Geike Lyrics


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They'll come for you in the middle of the night
They way always do
And when they come for you in the middle of the night
Without alarming you

There's a downward slide on the rug red heat
Your chemical relief
Oh you may be low but nothing here is deep

Rival forces draw their firing line
See me through a pair of pale
Eyes in a half dream all the time
But wait up for the odd machine
To take us all the way 'round

From a tower so high
To a cold hard land a dreamer wide awake
Holding out for the one who will take her hand
A critical mistake
And when they come for you in the middle of the night
You'll rage and reverie
Oh, you may be low but nothing here's deep

Rival forces draw their firing line
See me through a pair of pale
Eyes in a half dream all the time
But wait up for the odd machine
To take us all the way 'round
Oh

Rival forces draw their firing line
See me through a pair of pale
Eyes in a half dream all the time




But wait up for the odd machine
To take us all the way 'round

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Geike's "Middle of the Night" suggest a narrative of potential danger that lurks unseen in the shadows of the night. The opening lines declare that "they'll come for you in the middle of the night," an ambiguous "they" who always arrive without warning or sign. The anxiety and danger implied by these lyrics are further accentuated by the line "there's a downward slide on the rug red heat, your chemical relief," suggesting that the singer may be utilizing drugs as a means of escape or coping with the threats their environment presents.


Throughout the song, the lyrics continue to evoke an atmosphere of uncertainty and tension, reinforced by the refrain of "rival forces drawing their firing line." The sense of dread and looming violence is further heightened by the line "see me through a pair of pale eyes in a half dream all the time," conjuring up an image of someone keeping one eye open, half asleep, in case danger forces them to be alert. The song's overall mood seems to suggest that the singer is in a state of constant vigilance, aware of the threats and adversaries that await around every corner, and ready to defend themselves if necessary.


Overall, Geike's "Middle of the Night" presents a compelling portrayal of someone caught in the crosshairs of danger, never quite sure when it will strike or from which direction, but always ready to fight back.


Line by Line Meaning

They'll come for you in the middle of the night
Someone will come for you unexpectedly at night


They way always do
This is a common occurrence


And when they come for you in the middle of the night
This will happen to you too


Without alarming you
You won't be prepared


There's a downward slide on the rug red heat
Life can be difficult


Your chemical relief
You may seek solace in substances


Oh you may be low but nothing here is deep
Your problems may seem big, but they are not significant in the grand scheme of things


Rival forces draw their firing line
There are opposing forces in life


See me through a pair of pale
I see the world in a particular way


Eyes in a half dream all the time
I am in a semi-conscious state


But wait up for the odd machine
I am waiting for something unusual to happen


To take us all the way 'round
To bring about significant change


From a tower so high
From a position of power


To a cold hard land a dreamer wide awake
To a harsh reality


Holding out for the one who will take her hand
Waiting for someone to help


A critical mistake
A serious error in judgement


And when they come for you in the middle of the night
This will happen to you too


You'll rage and reverie
You'll feel a mix of emotions


Oh, you may be low but nothing here's deep
Your problems may seem big, but they are not significant in the grand scheme of things


Rival forces draw their firing line
There are opposing forces in life


See me through a pair of pale
I see the world in a particular way


Eyes in a half dream all the time
I am in a semi-conscious state


But wait up for the odd machine
I am waiting for something unusual to happen


To take us all the way 'round
To bring about significant change


Oh
Expressing a realization or surprise


Rival forces draw their firing line
There are opposing forces in life


See me through a pair of pale
I see the world in a particular way


Eyes in a half dream all the time
I am in a semi-conscious state


But wait up for the odd machine
I am waiting for something unusual to happen


To take us all the way 'round
To bring about significant change




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Aria Seymour

What a bop

Jantje Pietje

Gold voice

gurl

Full lyrics please

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