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Gray David Lyrics
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All these crazy faces run through my mind
And that song has brought a teardrop to my eye
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
I see this world but I can't relate
Hate that everything must accelerate
But cn't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No, we're not right
But can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
And now my hands are shaking
But I just can't stop
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
And now my knees are shaking
But I just can't stop
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Now I'm weak and my, my head is sore
And I feel like I can't go on no more
I come in here where normal rules do not apply
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Yeah yeah
Yeah yeah
In Gray David's song "We're Not Right," the singer contemplates the weight of time and is bombarded by various memories and faces. The lyrics suggest an overwhelming feeling of disorientation and disconnection from the world, as the singer expresses an inability to relate to it. The use of the phrase "Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top" symbolizes a lack of clarity and perspective, as if the singer is unable to discern between what's important and what's not. The chorus repeats this line, emphasizing this feeling of confusion and disorientation.
The second stanza introduces the idea of acceleration, as if time is moving too quickly and everything is happening too fast. The singer then asks Betty Ford to be their Valentine, referencing the famous addiction treatment center. This suggests that the singer may be struggling with addiction or some other form of mental health issue that they are attempting to address. The repetition of the "Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top" line intensifies as the singer's hands and knees begin to shake, embodying the physical and emotional tremors of their condition.
In the final stanza, the singer expresses deep exhaustion and a sense of hopelessness--feeling as though they can't go on any longer. They find refuge in a place where normal rules do not apply, perhaps a nod to the therapeutic environment of the Betty Ford Center. The repeated chorus drives home the overall mood of confusion and disorientation, as the singer tries to navigate their own inner turmoil. Overall, the song portrays a deep sense of unrest and uncertainty, as the singer grapples with the complexities of their own mental and emotional state.
Line by Line Meaning
Feel the weight of this passing time
I am aware of time passing and the impact it has on my life.
All these crazy faces run through my mind
I am haunted by memories of people who have come and gone in my life.
And that song has brought a teardrop to my eye
The music has stirred emotions in me that I can't quite process.
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
I have lost control and can't distinguish between what's real and what's not.
No we're not right
Our situation is not normal or healthy.
I see this world but I can't relate
I observe the world around me but feel disconnected from it.
Hate that everything must accelerate
I am frustrated by the fast-paced nature of modern life.
Betty Ford oh won't you be my Valentine
I turn to substances to cope with my emotional state.
But can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
I am so lost and muddled that I can't differentiate between what's helpful and what's harmful.
And now my hands are shaking
Physical symptoms of my distress are manifesting themselves in me.
But I just can't stop
Despite my better judgement, I can't break out of this destructive pattern.
And now my knees are shaking
My anxiety is affecting me physically in a more severe way.
Now I'm weak and my, my head is sore
I am feeling drained of energy and unwell.
And I feel like I can't go on no more
I am overcome with despair and don't believe I can continue living like this.
I come in here where normal rules do not apply
I retreat into a space that's removed from everyday life, where I don't have to follow socially acceptable norms.
Yeah yeah
A repeated exclamation to express general frustration or emotion.
Yeah yeah
A repeated exclamation to express general frustration or emotion.
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management
Written by: Craig McClune, David Gray, Iestyn Polson
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OfTheNight
Feel the weight of this passing time
All these crazy faces run through my mind
And that song has brought a teardrop to my eye
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
I see this world but I can't relate
Hate that everything must accelerate
Betty Ford oh won't you be my Valentine
But cn't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No, we're not right
But can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
And now my hands are shaking
But I just can't stop
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
And now my knees are shaking
But I just can't stop
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Now I'm weak and my, my head is sore
And I feel like I can't go on no more
I come in here where normal rules do not apply
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Yeah yeah
Yeah yeah
Luna Lea
Happy 20th Anniversary to this Amazing Album, I'm still "Sailing Away" to these beautiful ballads, thanks DG!ππΆπ
BlueRidgeMarine
Like an old T Shirt, this album gets better with age. π Thank you David Gray.
Tee Smith
I've always loved this song but truthfully, only recently noticed how amazing the percussion is in it!
Esther
My favourite David Gray album ππ
Ryan O'Donohoe
My favourite album full stop!
Dan Gordon
One of my all time favourites!! I can remember my parents constantly playing this album when I was little
OfTheNight
Feel the weight of this passing time
All these crazy faces run through my mind
And that song has brought a teardrop to my eye
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
I see this world but I can't relate
Hate that everything must accelerate
Betty Ford oh won't you be my Valentine
But cn't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No, we're not right
But can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
And now my hands are shaking
But I just can't stop
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
And now my knees are shaking
But I just can't stop
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Now I'm weak and my, my head is sore
And I feel like I can't go on no more
I come in here where normal rules do not apply
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Can't tell the bottle from the mountain top
No we're not right
Yeah yeah
Yeah yeah
Adam Williams
Thank you
effmerunning
Thank you
Danny Dinneen
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