Romance
Gibbons Beth Lyrics
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You know what they say about romance
Ever changing love that you can't
Keep on side a parking keel
It's plain to see
All the things we suffer
From the hands of humanity
But that ain't me
That ain't me
But that ain't me
That ain't me
And I know there's a God inside it
Should I love your key
Adorn you
And get inside
But that ain't me
That ain't me
But that ain't me
That ain't me
And I know I may come to doubt it
But if I ever wish
I wish we could all believe
That in this daylight world
Is a world
Where love can be
And I won't ever forget it
'Cause that ain't me
That ain't me
'Cause that ain't me
Well, that ain't me
The song "Romance" by Gibbons Beth is a contemplative piece on the nature of romance and love. The opening lines echo common sentiments about romance being an ever-changing emotion that one cannot control or predict. The metaphor of a boat that cannot be kept steady symbolizes the idea that love is volatile and cannot be tamed or constrained. The lyric, "Better the thought than the feeling," suggests that it's easier to imagine being in love than to actually experience the ups and downs that come with it.
Beth then takes a turn in the song, acknowledging the suffering wrought by humanity. She distances herself from this characterization, stating plainly, "But that ain't me." The repeated use of this phrase emphasizes her sense of individuality and her own distinct perspective on love and humanity.
The chorus of the song seems to suggest that there is something divine or sacred about love, but that this sentiment does not necessarily align with her own experience. She sings, "And I know there's a God inside it / Should I love your key / Adorn you / And get inside / But that ain't me." Here, she acknowledges that there is a temptation to give in to a sense of destiny or fate in love, but ultimately rejects it as not fitting with who she is.
The song ends with a bittersweet acknowledgment of the power of love to transcend the limitations of our world. Beth sings, "And I know I may come to doubt it / But if I ever wish / I wish we could all believe / That in this daylight world / Is a world / Where love can be / And I won't ever forget it / 'Cause that ain't me." The repetition of "That ain't me" throughout the song emphasizes a sense of resistance to the traditional narratives about romance, yet the yearning for something more persists.
Line by Line Meaning
You know what they say about romance
Everyone knows that romance is an ever-changing love that cannot be confined to a set of rules.
Ever changing love that you can't
Romantic love is always evolving and cannot be controlled or predicted.
Keep on side a parking keel
Like a boat that cannot stay balanced without a keel, romance cannot be stable without effort and commitment.
Better the thought than the feeling
Sometimes it is better to keep romantic thoughts in your mind instead of acting on them, as emotions can be fickle.
It's plain to see
The truth about romance and its complexities is obvious to anyone who has experienced it.
All the things we suffer
Humanity experiences a great deal of pain and suffering, some of which is caused by romantic love.
From the hands of humanity
Human beings are responsible for creating and perpetuating some of the problems associated with romantic love.
But that ain't me
The singer does not want to be part of the cycle of pain and suffering caused by romantic love.
And I know there's a God inside it
Even though the singer does not want to be part of romantic love, they acknowledge that it has a divine and powerful nature.
Should I love your key
The singer wonders if they should unlock the secrets of romantic love by becoming involved in a romantic relationship.
Adorn you
The singer considers the idea of dressing up or beautifying themselves to attract a romantic partner.
And get inside
The singer thinks about the idea of getting inside the mind and heart of a romantic partner.
But that ain't me
Ultimately, the singer decides that they do not want to pursue romantic love, as it goes against who they are.
And I know I may come to doubt it
The singer acknowledges that they may waver in their decision to avoid romantic love.
But if I ever wish
If the singer ever desires to pursue romantic love, they will try to hold onto their belief in the existence of a better world where love can flourish.
I wish we could all believe
The singer wishes that everyone could have faith in the possibility of a world where romantic love is a positive and fulfilling experience for all.
That in this daylight world
Despite the harsh realities of the world, the singer believes that there is still hope for a better tomorrow when it comes to romantic love.
Is a world
The world that the singer envisions is one where people can find genuine, lasting love.
Where love can be
This world that the singer envisions is a place where love can flourish and be a source of joy and fulfillment for everyone.
And I won't ever forget it
The singer will always remember their hopeful vision of a world where romantic love is a positive force in people's lives.
'Cause that ain't me
Despite their desire for a better world when it comes to romantic love, the singer still does not see themselves as part of that world.
Well, that ain't me
The singer reiterates that they are not interested in the pain and suffering that often accompanies romantic love.
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ROGER JOHN WEBB
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