House On Fire
Hembree Lyrics
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you went around the world
and you hoped to see
that it was really worth energy
it's never easy there's complexity every other hour you're away from me
it's never easy
there's complexity
every other, every other hour you're away away me
when you speak
are you in in or are you out?
money, where's the money? where's the money? where's the money? where's the money at?
i don't care anymore as a matter of fact
you speak like you can't agree remove all your company wrapped around your neck like a rosary
it's never easy call the thought police no room for complexity
every other, every other
hour you're away from me
every other, every other hour you're away from me
when you speak
are you in or are you out? speak
are you in or are you out?
is your house on fire
house on fire right now?
In Hembree's song "House on Fire," the lyrics delve into the complexities of a strained relationship where one person is constantly seeking validation and attention from the other. The opening lines, "what is it that you want from me? you can't earn my sympathy" indicate a sense of frustration and a refusal to give in to the demands of the other person. The following lines suggest that this person has been traveling or seeking something outside of the relationship, hoping to find fulfillment. However, it becomes apparent that whatever they were searching for did not bring the desired results ("that it was really worth energy").
The lyrics continue to highlight the difficulty and complexity of the situation, with the repeated line "it's never easy, there's complexity." It expresses the challenge of maintaining a harmonious connection, especially when one person is frequently absent or preoccupied. The mention of "every other hour you're away from me" emphasizes the constant absence and the strain it puts on the relationship.
The chorus shifts the focus and questions the authenticity of the other person's words and actions. The lines "when you speak, are you in or are you out?" suggest a lack of trust or uncertainty about their commitment. The mention of money and the repeated phrase "where's the money at?" could symbolize a desire for transparency or a questioning of the other person's motives.
The song's title, "House on Fire," is metaphorical and likely represents the turmoil and disarray within the relationship. The closing lines, "is your house on fire, house on fire right now?" could indicate a plea for honesty and a desire to understand the other person's true intentions or emotional state.
Overall, "House on Fire" captures the complexities, frustrations, and uncertainties present in a strained relationship, addressing themes of trust, communication, and authenticity.
Line by Line Meaning
what is it that you want from me? you can't earn my sympathy
What is the purpose of your actions? You cannot gain my compassion or understanding.
you went around the world and you hoped to see that it was really worth energy
You traveled extensively, hoping to find fulfillment and determine if it was truly worthwhile.
it's never easy there's complexity every other hour you're away from me
It is always challenging and complicated when you are absent from my presence every other hour.
when you speak are you in in or are you out?
When you communicate, are you genuinely committed and present, or are you indifferent?
money, where's the money? where's the money? where's the money? where's the money at?
You continually inquire about money, its whereabouts, and its significance in your life.
i don't care anymore as a matter of fact
In truth, I have reached a point where I no longer feel any concern.
you speak like you can't agree remove all your company wrapped around your neck like a rosary
Your words convey a lack of agreement and suggest the need to rid yourself of the burdensome associations that consume you.
it's never easy call the thought police no room for complexity
Navigating through life is always difficult as external influences restrict independent thinking, leaving little room for intricacies.
every other, every other hour you're away from me
For each alternate hour, you are absent from my presence.
when you speak are you in or are you out? speak are you in or are you out?
When you express yourself, are you fully invested and committed, or are you indecisive and uncertain?
is your house on fire house on fire right now?
Is your life in chaos or turmoil at this very moment?
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Isaac Flynn
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