Blue Minded
Gretta Ray Lyrics
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And only then, we'll drop the curtain, let the credits start to roll
Her aura so imposing, had me in your bed and clothing
Luke-warm caffeine in the morning
Can your brother take me home?
When we were pulling strings to keep her around
Those were the days I didn't let it down
Though love will run deep like hurt runs out
Time held us in her arms, she loved us hard
Time held us in her arms, she loved us hard and for the longest
Held us in her arms, she loved us hard
Time held us in her arms, she loved us hard and for the longest
Raised us, shaped us, moulded and made us
Into who we are today and who we plan to stay
Time met us in December, made your name one to remember
Now though only here to cool the embers
She never will cease to console us
So as you look back to where we began
Loosening your grip a little on her hand
Keep it in mind, we owe her more
Than we could ever make apparent
(Time) Barely on our hands, still loved us hard
Time barely on our hands
Still loved us hard, her care was constant
Held us in her arms, she loved us hard
Time held us in her arms
She loved us hard and for the longest
And was nobody's but ours
May part of me live on in you
Let your heart bleed and be an open wound
We know time will tend to
And as part of you lives on in me
I'm holding, broken to the same degree
Knowing time will mend me
Raised us, shaped us, moulded and made us
Into who we are today and who we plan to stay
Time held us in her arms, she loved us hard
Know as she turns to depart
She loved us hard and for the longest
Held us in her arms, she loved us hard
So know as she turns to depart
She loved us hard and for the longest
And was nobody's but ours
The lyrics of Gretta Ray's song Blue Minded explore the theme of the passage of time and the impact it has on relationships. The song begins with the realization that time has the ability to discern when long-term love has come to an end. The metaphor of dropping the curtain and the credits rolling alludes to the end of a movie, suggesting that the relationship has played out like a storyline. The next verse reminisces about the past, when the singer was willing to do anything to keep their loved one around. However, the chorus moves to a more positive note, suggesting that time held them in her arms and loved them hard. The song ends with a bittersweet moment of departure, with the acknowledgement that while time may cause wounds, it will also eventually mend them.
The lyrics are crafted with beautiful and poetic language, peppered with evocative metaphors that describe the human experience of time and love. The song's structure moves from the despair of recognizing the end of a relationship to the healing power of time.
Line by Line Meaning
Time is able to discern when long-term love has had its turn
Time eventually reveals when a relationship has run its course.
And only then, we'll drop the curtain, let the credits start to roll
Once we realize that love has ended, we can end the story and move on.
Her aura so imposing, had me in your bed and clothing
The energy of this person was so strong that it influenced the surroundings and intimacy.
Luke-warm caffeine in the morning
A metaphor for settling for something that's not exciting or fulfilling.
Can your brother take me home?
Asking for help or escape from a situation.
When we were pulling strings to keep her around
Trying to hold on to a relationship that's already slipping away.
Those were the days I didn't let it down
In the past, there was no disappointment or regret for holding on.
Though love will run deep like hurt runs out
Love may be profound, but its intensity will fade over time.
Time held us in her arms, she loved us hard
Time kept us safe and guided us with love.
Raised us, shaped us, moulded and made us
Time influenced our growth and development as individuals.
Time met us in December, made your name one to remember
A memory of meeting this person during a significant time is cherished.
Now though only here to cool the embers
This person's presence is now gone, but their memory remains to provide comfort.
She never will cease to console us
The impact of a person's love and support is everlasting.
So as you look back to where we began
Reflecting on the past and recognizing its influence on the present.
Loosening your grip a little on her hand
Letting go of the past and moving forward.
Keep it in mind, we owe her more
Acknowledging the debt of gratitude owed to those who influenced us.
Than we could ever make apparent
The full extent of this debt cannot be expressed through words alone.
May part of me live on in you
Expressing a desire for a lasting impact on someone's life.
Let your heart bleed and be an open wound
Allowing oneself to feel pain and vulnerability can lead to personal growth.
We know time will tend to
Recognizing that time will eventually heal any wounds or pain.
And as part of you lives on in me
Acknowledging the influence that people have on each other's lives.
I'm holding, broken to the same degree
Dealing with pain and heartache in a similar way to others.
Knowing time will mend me
Hoping that time will help heal the hurt and bring peace.
Know as she turns to depart
As time moves on and fades away.
And was nobody's but ours
The impact of this relationship was unique and personal.
Writer(s): Gretta Ray
Contributed by Carter O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Anthony S
What a beautiful song, such a gorgeous voice, deserving of more accolades, hitting the spot this evening.
Willyam Yuzaq
I love it
Derek Wong
lyrics !