Eyes Wide
Handsome Ghost Lyrics
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You used to be brave
Running through evenings
Chasing days
Now we're so restless
Waiting for trains
Going through motions
All the same
I'll meet you after work
We'll drive until the darkness disappears
Pack up our regrets
And wear your yellow dress
I meant it when I said we can't stay here
What's That Line?
I wanna feel
Like the first day of my life
You wanna feel
Like there's never tomorrow just tonight
Morning light and you're still by my side
I wanna feel my heart is open my eyes are wide
My eyes are wide
My eyes are wide
Whatever it costs us
Whatever may come
I'm keeping my promise we're still young
We could shake it up
I'll meet you after work
We'll drive until the darkness disappears
Pack up our regrets
And wear your yellow dress
I meant it when I said we can't stay here
I wanna feel
Like the first day of my life
You wanna feel
Like there's never tomorrow just tonight
Morning light and you're still by my side
I wanna feel my heart is open my eyes are wide
My eyes are wide
My eyes are wide
And when we wake we'll have cleaned the slate
Only empty space, only empty space
And when we wake we'll have cleaned the slate
Only empty space, only empty space
My eyes are wide
My eyes are wide
The lyrics to Handsome Ghost's "Eyes Wide" is about the realization that life can be mundane and routine, and how important it is to break out of that routine and live life to the fullest. The song describes two people who used to be fearless and brave, who would run through evenings and chase days, but have now become restless and stuck in their day-to-day routines. The singer suggests they shake things up, pack up their regrets, and leave their current location to start fresh. The refrain emphasizes the desire to live with open hearts and open eyes, feeling like it's the first day of their life, and living like there's never tomorrow, just tonight. Ultimately, the song encourages listeners to pursue their passions, take risks, and live life to the fullest.
One interesting fact about "Eyes Wide" is that the song was inspired by a road trip that Tim Noyes, the lead singer of Handsome Ghost, took with his girlfriend. The lyrics reflect the feeling of freedom and excitement that comes with leaving the mundane routine behind and embarking on a new adventure.
Another interesting fact is that "Eyes Wide" was featured on the hit TV show "Grey's Anatomy" in 2015. The exposure helped to increase the song's popularity and put Handsome Ghost on the map.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to be fearless
I was once without fear
You used to be brave
You were once courageous
Running through evenings
We were once carefree and active, spending our nights moving about
Chasing days
We were driven and ambitious, always seeking more, and striving to achieve our goals
Now we're so restless
We feel anxious and unable to find peace or satisfaction
Waiting for trains
We are stuck in a repetitive and dull routine, waiting for the next mundane task
Going through motions
We are barely present, simply moving through life with little passion or intention
We could shake it up
We have the power to change our circumstances
I'll meet you after work
We will make plans to meet after our daily obligations
We'll drive until the darkness disappears
We will keep moving, not stopping until we can find clarity or a way out of our current situation
Pack up our regrets
We will forget our past mistakes and disappointments
And wear your yellow dress
We will celebrate and embrace the present moment by dressing in bright and happy colors
I meant it when I said we can't stay here
I am serious about leaving our current situation and starting anew
I wanna feel like the first day of my life
I want to experience everything with the same wonder and excitement as when I was a child
You wanna feel like there's never tomorrow just tonight
You want to live in the moment with no thought for the future
Morning light and you're still by my side
We are grateful to wake up together and have each other in our lives
I wanna feel my heart is open my eyes are wide
I want to be emotionally and mentally present, experiencing everything with intensity and curiosity
Whatever may come, I'm keeping my promise we're still young
Despite any challenges or uncertainties we may face, we are committed to staying true to ourselves and our goals while still having plenty of time to live our lives
And when we wake we'll have cleaned the slate, Only empty space, only empty space
We will start each day with a new and positive outlook, leaving behind any past negativity or mistakes
My eyes are wide
I am aware and alert
My eyes are wide
I am aware and alert
Contributed by Arianna V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Michael Lor
How is this not popular yet smh
alec mo malec
This song sounds so good live
Bianca Silva
Meu amor por essa música ❤️
Whateverable111
Omg I absolutely LOVE this. Wow. New favorite song <3 wow
Lilith Garner
You guys were fucking awesome at Melanie last night! Cincinnati loves you <3
Angel Mason
i was there (:
Dazzle magic
I hope you guys get popular soon!! <3
Saige Jacobs
I saw you guys perform for Melanie last night... You guys were absolutely amazing!! I can't wait to see you guys grow as a band✌✌
Angelina Dotson
THIS SONG IS AMAZING LIVE OH MY GOD
Brallon isReal
I heard them at Melanie's Memphis concert and I instantly fell in love❤