Fireflies
Glasstown Lyrics


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I'm never sleeping
I'm an open park
And you can have some tea
And roll a blanket over me

I'm not really qualified
To look you in the eye
But you can rest on my chest
For awhile

I'm a gentle undulation
I'm a verdant green
The view's uninterrupted
By jealousy

Fireflies under a glass
Now I'll watch you reading
Fireflies under a glass
You get so close with your magnifying glass

(Sneaky)

I'm not much to look at
When the winter comes
But in my proper season
I come alive for pleasin'

And I'm not hard to figure out
Just a simple path
To the place where the fountain boasts
And the tangles are trimmed back

And I won't try to keep you
Longer than a day
And you won't even notice
After you've left that I've stayed

Fireflies under a glass
Now I'll watch you reading
Fireflies under a glass
You get so close with your magnifying glass





(Extra sneaky)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Glasstown's Fireflies are highly poetic and use metaphors to convey the message. The persona of the song likens himself to an open park. He invites the listener to rest on his chest for a while and have some tea. Through these invitations, the persona reveals himself to be accommodating and friendly. He further describes himself as a gentle undulation and refers to his lush greenery that is uninterrupted by jealousy. The lyrics portray someone who is willing to offer comfort and serenity.


The persona in Fireflies under a glass compares himself to fireflies under a glass. He's suggesting that he can only be truly appreciated with a magnifying glass, which is metaphorical for taking the time to truly get to know someone. However, he acknowledges that he's not much to look at in winter but comes alive in his proper season. The chorus further elaborates the persona's metaphorical self by likening himself to a firefly under a glass. This image seems to be juggling between isolation and enchantment. The persona is providing light for himself at the same time he is vulnerable to others. Overall, the lyrics explore themes of vulnerability, self-enchantment, and the need to be appreciated from a closer point of view.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm never sleeping
I am always wide awake, ready to welcome you anytime.


I'm an open park
I am an open space with no boundaries, free for you to explore.


And you can have some tea
I offer you comfort and hospitality.


And roll a blanket over me
I provide you warmth and a cozy spot to rest.


I'm not really qualified
I am not perfect, but I still make a suitable companion.


To look you in the eye
To have a direct and honest conversation with you.


But you can rest on my chest
You can lean on me, and I will provide you comfort and support.


For awhile
For as long as you need, without holding any expectations.


I'm a gentle undulation
I have a serene and soothing presence that can ease your worries.


I'm a verdant green
I am lush and vibrant, full of life and energy.


The view's uninterrupted
I offer you clear sight, with nothing to obstruct your vision.


By jealousy
I am free of envy or ill will towards you. Our relationship is pure and unadulterated.


Fireflies under a glass
There is something captivating about me, like the mesmerizing glow of fireflies trapped under glass.


Now I'll watch you reading
I will observe you closely, paying attention to your reactions and emotions.


You get so close with your magnifying glass
You examine me closely, trying to uncover and understand my hidden secrets and complexities.


(Sneaky)
I have a subtle, elusive quality that intrigues you and makes you want to explore me further.


I'm not much to look at
At first glance, I may appear plain or unremarkable.


When the winter comes
At times when life seems dull or bleak, I may not cast a bright or attractive appearance.


But in my proper season
When the right time comes, I can reveal my true beauty and potential.


I come alive for pleasin'
I have a genuine desire to please and make you happy.


And I'm not hard to figure out
I am straightforward and uncomplicated in my motives and intentions.


Just a simple path
I offer an easy and clear direction towards happiness and contentment.


To the place where the fountain boasts
To a spot where joy and abundance are constantly present.


And the tangles are trimmed back
Where obstacles and complications have been removed, and everything is clear and easy to navigate.


And I won't try to keep you
I won't hold you back or force you to stay against your will.


Longer than a day
I understand the impermanence of life, and I respect your freedom to leave whenever you want.


And you won't even notice
You'll leave without any attachment or regrets, and that's okay.


After you've left that I've stayed
I'll remain behind, unchanged and unwavering in my essence and nature, ready to offer my presence to those who seek it.


(Extra sneaky)
There is still more to discover and enjoy about me, hidden beyond the surface level.




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