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Lake
Giallo Lyrics
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That I've been used like this
Like a stepping stone
By now I'm used to it
Now it's time for me
To fall below the wake
Yes it's time you see
To drown in loving lake
Bubbles slowly rise to burst
As I sink beneath the shade
Dripped on by the drying shirts
To water way too high to wade
Move towards it cause it hurts
To be stood on day to day
From the fourth and to the first
Let me drown in loving lake
Take it all from me
Give it all to you
Did it more than once
More than a time or two
Always question how
I came out ok
Please just let me drown
Down in loving lake
Bubbles slowly rise to burst
As I sink beneath the shade
Dripped on by the drying shirts
To water way too high to wade
Move towards it cause it hurts
To be stood on day to day
From the fourth and to the first
Let me drown in loving lake
Bubbles slowly rise to burst
As I sink beneath the shade
Dripped on by the drying shirts
To water way too high to wade
Move towards it cause it hurts
To be stood on day to day
From the fourth and to the first
Let me drown in loving lake
The lyrics of Giallo's song "Lake" express feelings of being used and taken for granted in a relationship, and a yearning to finally be free from that. The singer has been treated as a stepping stone for too long and has grown accustomed to it. However, they have reached a breaking point and feel that it is time to let go and submerge themselves in a metaphorical "loving lake" - a place where they can escape from the pain and find solace.
The image of bubbles slowly rising to burst represents the suppressed emotions that are finally coming to the surface. As the singer sinks beneath the shade, it symbolizes their descent into sadness and despair. The reference to being dripped on by drying shirts suggests being constantly overlooked or taken advantage of. The idea of the water being too high to wade implies that the challenges and burdens have become overwhelming. Despite the pain, the singer is willing to move towards the lake because the alternative of being stood on day after day is no longer bearable.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been way too long
I have been in this situation for an extended period of time and it has lasted longer than I can bear.
That I've been used like this
I have been taken advantage of and treated as if I am merely a tool or a means to an end.
Like a stepping stone
I have been treated as a disposable object that is used temporarily and discarded when no longer needed.
By now I'm used to it
I have become accustomed to being treated this way and it has become a normal part of my life.
Now it's time for me
At this moment, I realize that it is my turn or opportunity to experience something different.
To fall below the wake
To descend and disappear beneath the surface, away from the disturbances and consequences of my past.
Yes it's time you see
Indeed, it is now evident and clear that the time for a change or transformation has arrived.
To drown in loving lake
To surrender and immerse myself completely in the overwhelming and intense experience of love.
Bubbles slowly rise to burst
Air bubbles gradually ascend and eventually burst on the surface, symbolizing the release and expression of suppressed emotions.
As I sink beneath the shade
While I descend further into darkness and obscurity, hidden from the scrutiny and judgment of others.
Dripped on by the drying shirts
I am constantly subjected to the dripping of water from clothes hung up to dry, symbolizing the constant reminder of my vulnerability and emotional strain.
To water way too high to wade
The water level has risen to such an extent that it is impossible to navigate or traverse through, indicating the overwhelming nature of the situation.
Move towards it cause it hurts
Despite the pain it causes, I am compelled to approach and confront the situation head-on, as avoiding it only prolongs my suffering.
To be stood on day to day
To endure the constant pressure and responsibility of being relied upon, often without any reciprocation or appreciation.
From the fourth and to the first
From the highest point of descent to the lowest, encompassing the entire range of emotions and experiences associated with my journey.
Let me drown in loving lake
Allow me to fully immerse myself and surrender to the overwhelming power and intensity of love, even if it may lead to my emotional engulfment.
Take it all from me
I am willing to relinquish everything I possess or have endured.
Give it all to you
To offer and entrust everything I have experienced or gained to someone else.
Did it more than once
I have repeated this pattern or behavior multiple times.
More than a time or two
Not just on a couple of occasions, but numerous times.
Always question how
I constantly wonder and doubt how I have managed to survive or endure these experiences.
I came out ok
Despite the hardships and challenges, I emerged relatively unharmed or intact.
Please just let me drown
I implore you to allow me to submerge myself completely, without any reservations or restrictions.
Down in loving lake
To sink deep down into the abyss of an all-encompassing and unconditional love.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: robert cloepfil
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