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- A one-man band - Jerry Joiner from Portland, OR who calls himself 'Girlfriends' instead of 'Jerry Joiner'. (http://girlfriends.bandcamp.com)
-Two piece pop punk band which formed in 2020 featuring Travis Mills & Nick Gross of Goldfinger.
Their self-titled debut album was released on October 23rd, 2020 featuring 14 tracks. The production led by John Feldmann was a success with almost 20 songs being written in a few months. The band's second album, (E)motion Sickness, was released on June 17, 2022.
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- Three people from Boston, MA who played under the name 'Girlfriends' between 2009 and 2012 to avoid listing each member's name separately on flyers and releases. This Girlfriends added a fourth member and became Bent Shapes. (http://girlfriendstheband.com --> http://www.bentshapes.com)
- Danish pop group consisting of Simon, Kristian and Martin. (http://www.myspace.com/girlfriendsmusic)
Eyes Wide Shut
Girlfriends Lyrics
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Your eyes were warm that's how they stayed
Tongue tied and that's all we said
Alone in my bed
Afternoons at home with you
The sun was down and I was too
Saying things I thought were true
Eyes wide shut
In the middle of a daydream
Haven't seen much of you lately
I'm coming down (I'm coming down)
And you're not around right now
It's been feeling like a nightmare
When I wake up and you're not there
Like you were back then (you were back then)
I try to pretend you're here
It's been a year, the days flew by
I see you on TV sometimes
Take me back to the good old days
'Cause everything changed (everything changed)
Try to fall asleep again
Reminded of our innocence
We never were that innocent
That's what I liked best
Eyes wide shut
In the middle of a daydream
Haven't seen much of you lately
I'm coming down
And you're not around right now
It's been feeling like a nightmare
When I wake up and you're not there
Like you were back then
I try to pretend you're here
Safe to say you're different now
You did some things I heard about
I tried my best to laugh it off
I wish that it helped
Eyes wide shut
In the middle of a daydream
Haven't seen much of you lately
I'm coming down (I'm coming down)
And you're not around right now
It's been feeling like a nightmare
When I wake up and you're not there
Like you were back then (you were back then)
I try to pretend you're here
The lyrics of Girlfriend's song "Eyes Wide Shut" depict a nostalgic tone that reflects on the past relationship between two individuals. The first verse describes the intimate moments the singer shared with their partner, ranging from dressing up in their Sunday best to lounging at home in comfortable lingerie. Despite these intimate moments, both parties were unable to communicate their feelings effectively, leaving them feeling tongue-tied and unable to express themselves. The singer reflects on these distant memories, trying to rekindle the passion that was once there.
The second verse portrays the separation of the two individuals and the pangs of loneliness felt by the singer. They daydream about being reunited with their former partner, but the reality of the situation is far from their dream. The singer recognizes that the past relationship has changed beyond reconciliation, leaving them heartbroken.
The chorus repeats the refrain "Eyes wide shut." The phrase symbolizes the distance between the two individuals and serves as a metaphor for the emotional barriers preventing them from reconnecting. The line "I try to pretend you're here" encapsulates the singer's desire to cling onto the past, even though it's not possible.
Overall, "Eyes Wide Shut" is a reflection on the past, with the singer attempting to reconcile their romantic feelings for a former partner who has changed irreparably. It's a bittersweet tune, elegantly delivered with Girlfriend's introspective vocals.
Line by Line Meaning
Sunday's best or lingerie
We used to spend intimate Sundays together, either in our best clothes or in lingerie
Your eyes were warm that's how they stayed
You had warm, inviting eyes that have stayed with me
Tongue tied and that's all we said
We had so much to say to each other but were left tongue-tied and unable to express ourselves
Alone in my bed
I am left alone in my bed, thinking about you
Afternoons at home with you
We used to spend our afternoons together at home
The sun was down and I was too
The sun had set and I was also emotionally down
Saying things I thought were true
We spoke words that we believed were true at the time
But now I have my
But now, things have changed and I am left with
Eyes wide shut
A sense of denial or inability to see the truth
In the middle of a daydream
Lost in thought, I find myself daydreaming
Haven't seen much of you lately
We haven't been spending much time together these days
I'm coming down (I'm coming down)
I am gradually losing hope, coming down from a high
And you're not around right now
You are not physically present with me at this moment
It's been feeling like a nightmare
Life without you has been a nightmare-like experience for me
When I wake up and you're not there
Every time I wake up, I am reminded that you are not there with me
Like you were back then
I long for the time when you were still with me
I try to pretend you're here
To ease the pain of your absence, I try to imagine that you are still here
Safe to say you're different now
It is safe to say that you have changed a lot since we were together
You did some things I heard about
I have heard about some things that you did that were out of character for you
I tried my best to laugh it off
I tried to ignore what I heard and pretend that everything was fine
I wish that it helped
But it did not help me feel any better
Contributed by Jordan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@JOSELUISPAZZ
Girlfriends | Eyes Wide Shut
[Verse 1]
Sunday's best or lingerie
Your eyes were warm that's how they stayed
Tongue tied and that's allโ weโ said
Alone in myโ bed (Alone in my bed)
Afternoons atโ home with you
The sun was down and I was too
SayingโthingsโIโthought were true
Butโnow I haveโmy eyes wide shut
[Chorus]
In the middle of a daydream
Haven't seen much of you lately
I'm coming down (I'm coming down)
And you're not around right now
It's been feeling like a nightmare
When I wake up and you're not there
Like you were back then (You were back then)
I try to pretend you're here
[Verse 2]
It's been a year the days flew by
I see you on TV sometimes
Take me back to the good old days
'Cause everything changed (Everything changed)
Try to fall asleep again
Reminded of our innocence
We never were that innocent
That's what I liked best, eyes wide shut
[Chorus]
In the middle of a daydream
Haven't seen much of you lately
I'm coming down (I'm coming down)
And you're not around right now
It's been feeling like a nightmare
When I wake up and you're not there
Like you were back then (You were back then)
I try to pretend you're here
[Bridge]
Safe to say you're different now
You did some things I heard about
I tried my best to laugh it off
I wish that it helped, eyes wide shut
[Chorus]
In the middle of a daydream
Haven't seen much of you lately
I'm coming down (I'm coming down)
And you're not around right now
It's been feeling like a nightmare
When I wake up and you're not there
Like you were back then (You were back then)
I try to pretend you're here
@marianagavela1618
Pop punk isn't dead, and these guys right here made sure it came back to life in the best way possible!
@patrickmoony9434
itsmarianaa Iโm sure thereโs more acts that brought back but ur right itโs a Repayable for pop rock and pop punk even reminded me of blind 182 the 1st music vid reminded me damit growing up and 1st date because of the cost play in California music video
@marianagavela1618
patrick moony iโm not saying they were the ones! but i do believe that they are a part of this recent group of artists that are coming up with pop punk/rock records!!!
and yeeeees the blink vibes are definitely there
@ejrabbit4982
If we being honest the guy to thank is Travis Barker.
@JOSELUISPAZZ
Girlfriends | Eyes Wide Shut
[Verse 1]
Sunday's best or lingerie
Your eyes were warm that's how they stayed
Tongue tied and that's allโ weโ said
Alone in myโ bed (Alone in my bed)
Afternoons atโ home with you
The sun was down and I was too
SayingโthingsโIโthought were true
Butโnow I haveโmy eyes wide shut
[Chorus]
In the middle of a daydream
Haven't seen much of you lately
I'm coming down (I'm coming down)
And you're not around right now
It's been feeling like a nightmare
When I wake up and you're not there
Like you were back then (You were back then)
I try to pretend you're here
[Verse 2]
It's been a year the days flew by
I see you on TV sometimes
Take me back to the good old days
'Cause everything changed (Everything changed)
Try to fall asleep again
Reminded of our innocence
We never were that innocent
That's what I liked best, eyes wide shut
[Chorus]
In the middle of a daydream
Haven't seen much of you lately
I'm coming down (I'm coming down)
And you're not around right now
It's been feeling like a nightmare
When I wake up and you're not there
Like you were back then (You were back then)
I try to pretend you're here
[Bridge]
Safe to say you're different now
You did some things I heard about
I tried my best to laugh it off
I wish that it helped, eyes wide shut
[Chorus]
In the middle of a daydream
Haven't seen much of you lately
I'm coming down (I'm coming down)
And you're not around right now
It's been feeling like a nightmare
When I wake up and you're not there
Like you were back then (You were back then)
I try to pretend you're here
@samneace2008
Travis, I loved your old stuff but now we have both grown and its nice to be able to enjoy the new stuff as well. As a kid this is what i dreamed California would be like and i think its iconic you captured that. Congrats man, you deserve it. Also hi Nick lol
@andrezmartinez5987
Every song off this album is legit. My ears are happy.
@Aley676
This shit is so underrated i cant believe i didnt listen to this earlier i wish everyone could see how good this is. Deserves way more recognition๐ญ๐ญ๐ญ the punk girl in me is screaming
@Luisa-lc7sz
You guys are killing it! So excited for the album!!
@kimdanielle3960
Travis... you have come a long ways, the music you make has definitely shown progress. From the start, great, but this is definitely meant to be ๐