Vowels = Space and Time
Grimes Lyrics

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Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh

Speak it all the time, speak it all the time
And I'll never tell you what is mine
I don't know what it means, but I see it, it's fine

It's hardly any other it can bother inside

Think it all the time, think it all the time
And I'll never tell you what is mine
I don't know what it is but when I see it, it's fine
It's hardly any other it can bother inside
Ooh, ah, yeah

Being myself makes me feel like I can't touch the ground
Here on the Earth makes me feel like I can't get the sound
Being myself makes me feel like I know who you are, mm
'Cause boy you can be with the words who you are, who you are
Yeah, yeah, yeah

Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
I don't want to let you go
Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
Oh, you're all I need know
Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
Oh, you could be a better friend
Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
'Cause I could be a better man yeah

Some days, you know, you know that I wonder why (up and down up and down, and down)
Had dream of falling lying upside down whoa

Being myself makes me feel like I don't know the trick mmm
'Cause boy you will be who you want, who you want to be yeah yeah yeah
Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
Ooh, I don't want to let you go
Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
Oh, do you need love?
Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
Oh, you could be a better friend

Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
Oh, and I could be a better man

Overall Meaning

Grimes' song "Vowels = Space and Time" is a unique piece of music that seems to explore the complexities of identity and self-discovery. In the first verse, the lyrics urge the listener to "speak it all the time" and "think it all the time" without ever revealing what "it" actually means. This highlights the idea that we all have our own inner thoughts and struggles that we may not feel comfortable sharing with others.

The chorus of the song seems to be grappling with the idea of staying true to yourself while also trying to connect with others. Grimes sings, "Being myself makes me feel like I can't touch the ground" which suggests that sometimes being true to yourself can feel isolating or alienating. However, later in the song, she also acknowledges that it's important to surround yourself with good people who support you and who you can be a better person for.

Overall, the song seems to be exploring the idea of balancing self-identity and connection with others. It's a complex theme that is captured beautifully in the abstract and evocative lyrics of the song.

Line by Line Meaning

Ah uh, ah uh, ah uh, ah uh
Repetitive vocalizations to create an atmospheric feel.

Speak it all the time, speak it all the time
Communicate without reservation

And I'll never tell you what is mine
Holding back personal thoughts and possessions

I don't know what it means, but I see it, it's fine
Uncertainty tied with contentment.

It's hardly any other it can bother inside
Internally not allowing oneself to be affected

Think it all the time, think it all the time
Owning and ruminating on personal thoughts.

Being myself makes me feel like I can't touch the ground
Self-identity making an individual feel unsupported and ungrounded.

Here on the Earth makes me feel like I can't get the sound
The human worldly experience inhibiting personal growth.

Being myself makes me feel like I know who you are, mm
Inner introspection allowing for better understanding of others.

'Cause boy you can be with the words who you are, who you are
Acknowledging the power of language in shaping identity.

I don't want to let you go
Holding onto something of value

Oh, you're all I need know
Recognizing the significance of someone in one's life

Oh, you could be a better friend
An admission that someone can improve or support the relationship better.

'Cause I could be a better man yeah
Self-awareness of personal growth opportunities.

Some days, you know, you know that I wonder why (up and down up and down, and down)
Pondering the reasons behind one's actions, with emotional fluctuations.

Had dream of falling lying upside down whoa
A dreamlike experience causing one to feel insecure.

Being myself makes me feel like I don't know the trick mmm
Struggling with one's self-identity

'Cause boy you will be who you want, who you want to be yeah yeah yeah
Encouraging others to embrace their identity.

Oh, do you need love?
Questioning the needs of a partner

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Claire Elise Boucher

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