With sound histories in the musical realm, brothers Joshua (voice) and Ben … Read Full Bio ↴With sound histories in the musical realm, brothers Joshua (voice) and Ben (synths) manifest digital and analogue ideas; one part divine inspiration, one part machine translation. Together they create grand poetic electronica, with its own future echo. On stage drummer Robbie makes his own waves, and the trio is complete.

Relativity
Grafton Primary Lyrics

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This perfect circle our bodies make
We no longer care which direction to take
This perfect circle our bodies make
You and I together make a figure eight

Infinity, the galaxy and me
Supernovas and love at zero gravity
Infinity, the galaxy and me

Universe and you the holy trinity.

You taught me to breath with no atmosphere
So when I needed some space I won’t disappear
Time travel, never miss a year
Our machines in the moment and it's very clear

We equal m c squared
Einstein drank his wine in pairs
We equal m c squared
Beyond mathematics there is love in the air

I got a new theory, a relativity, you get to me
I got a new theory of divinity, you get to me

I got a whole set of laws to be shattered, love's all that matters
I got a whole set of laws to be shattered, love's all that matters, it's all that matters

Overall Meaning

In Grafton Primary's song "Relativity," the lyrics describe an ethereal and almost mystical connection between two individuals. The perfect circle that their bodies make symbolizes the unity and harmony between them, and they no longer care which direction to take because they are together. The figure eight that they make represents infinity, the galaxy, and the universe, and their love is as powerful and everlasting as these cosmic forces. The reference to the holy trinity further emphasizes the spiritual nature of their bond.

The second verse highlights the transformative effect that the other person has had on the singer. They have taught them to "breathe with no atmosphere," meaning that they can exist and thrive even in difficult or challenging situations. The line "time travel, never miss a year" speaks to the idea that when they are together, time seems to lose its grip on them, and they are able to experience life in a way that transcends the ordinary. The reference to Einstein's theory of relativity and the equation E=mc² shows how, just as these laws govern the physical world, their love seems to defy rational explanation.

The song's chorus reinforces the idea that this love is something unique and special, a theory that the singer has developed that shatters previous notions of what is possible or permissible. Ultimately, the message of the song is that love is the most powerful force in the universe and that it can transform and transcend all other laws and constraints.

Line by Line Meaning

This perfect circle our bodies make
Our bodies are intertwined in a perfect circle, representing the unity and interconnectedness of our relationship.

We no longer care which direction to take
We are so in tune with each other that we don't need to worry about where we're headed, our connection is enough to guide us.

You and I together make a figure eight
The shape of the figure eight symbolizes the infinity and endlessness of our bond.

Infinity, the galaxy and me
Our love extends beyond earthly limits, encompassing the vastness of the galaxy and beyond.

Supernovas and love at zero gravity
Our love is explosive like a supernova, and weightless like zero gravity.

Universe and you the holy trinity
The three components of the holy trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) are replaced by the Universe, the singer, and their love, implying the importance and reverence that they hold for their relationship.

You taught me to breath with no atmosphere
You have taught me how to navigate and survive through difficult circumstances, even when it seems like there's no air to breathe.

So when I needed some space I won't disappear
When I require space or time alone, I won't disappear because of how secure and grounded our relationship is.

Time travel, never miss a year
Our bond allows us to transcend time, to stay connected and committed to each other over many years.

Our machines in the moment and it's very clear
Our physical bodies may be present in the moment, but our love transcends physicality, and it's crystal clear in every moment.

We equal m c squared
Just like the famous equation E=mc², our love is powerful, infinite and represents energy, mass, and velocity combined.

Einstein drank his wine in pairs
Even a genius like Einstein needs love and companionship to thrive and appreciate the beauty of life.

Beyond mathematics there is love in the air
Love is not something that can be measured or quantified, it's beyond any scientific or mathematical explanation.

I got a new theory, a relativity, you get to me
I have a new understanding of love, and how relative and subjective it can be, and you are the catalyst for this realization.

I got a new theory of divinity, you get to me
My understanding of the divine and spiritual aspects of life have been expanded because of you and our relationship.

I got a whole set of laws to be shattered, love's all that matters
Societal norms and expectations mean nothing in comparison to our love, which is the most important and defining aspect of our lives.

It's all that matters
Our love is the most important thing in the world, and nothing else matters more than that.

Contributed by Thomas M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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