I stood as a two hundred year old tree trunk,
my roots f… Read Full Bio ↴Lyrics:
I stood as a two hundred year old tree trunk,
my roots firm and deep.
the Sun bled through the cracks in the leaves,
dying my skin.
my tender arms could not bear repentance.
smug and resilient,
I started screaming,
"green, my love, you won't shape me!"
Untitled #3
Girlfriends Lyrics
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my roots firm and deep.
the Sun bled through the cracks in the leaves,
dying my skin.
my tender arms could not bear repentance.
smug and resilient,
I started screaming,
The lyrics of Girlfriends' Untitled #3 paint a vivid picture of a person who stands firm and unshakeable, like a two-hundred-year-old tree trunk with deep roots, even in the face of adversity. The image of the 'Sun' bleeding through the leaves that crack on the tree trunk and dying the trunk's skin portrays the challenge the person encountered against which they were holding up. The line "my tender arms could not bear repentance" signifies that even though the person felt pain within, they refused to show any weakness or yield. Finally, "smug and resilient" projects the emotion of the person in overcoming their trouble, being stubbornly unyielding, and not willing to change themselves for anyone or anything.
The repetition of "green, my love, you won't shape me" shows the person's determination to stay the same and not conform to anyone's expectations. The phrase is a resoundingly powerful reminder to stay true to one's belief and represents the person's final victory over their troubles.
The song is a reflective piece on overcoming adversity, standing firm, and staying true to one's convictions. Through the song's lyrics, Girlfriends highlights that if you truly believe in yourself and your values, nothing can shape you into something you are not.
Line by Line Meaning
I stood as a two hundred year old tree trunk,
I stood tall and strong, having endured the test of time, like a tree trunk over two centuries old.
my roots firm and deep.
My roots ran deep, providing me with a strong and unwavering foundation.
the Sun bled through the cracks in the leaves,
The sun shone through the spaces between the leaves of the tree, casting patterns of light and shade on my skin.
dying my skin.
The sun's rays tinged my skin with a warm and golden hue.
my tender arms could not bear repentance.
Despite my vulnerability, I refused to give in to feelings of regret or remorse.
smug and resilient,
I remained confident and unwavering, weathering any storm that came my way.
I started screaming, "green, my love, you won't shape me!"
I shouted to the world that I would not be molded or influenced by anyone, no matter how alluring or tempting they may be.
Contributed by Grayson G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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listening from cali
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I just discover this album and I love it!!!!!
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This is awesome still listen today
@shalynnfoster1729
Green, my love you won’t shape me
@micahrussian4665
This album is still amazing in 2021
@bug8801
Still is in 2022, will always be a timeless project
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2023 bro
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tanto potencial
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Honestly, I'm in love with this whole album