Tiptoe
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Watch me from above like a vicious dove
They don't see me come, who can blame them?
They never seem to catch my eye but I never wondered why
I won't fall asleep
I won't fall asleep
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
Take some time to simmer down, keep your head down low
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
From your slanted view see the morning dew
Sink into the soil, watch the water boil
They won't see me run, who can blame them?
They never look to see me fly, so I never have to lie
I won't fall asleep
I won't fall asleep
Hey yeah, don't let 'em know we're coming
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
Take some time to simmer down, keep your head down low
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
Nobody else, nobody else
Nobody else can take me higher
Nobody else can take me higher
Nobody else can take me higher
Nobody else
Hey yeah, don't let 'em know we're coming
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
Take some time to simmer down, keep your head down low
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
Hey yeah, don't let 'em know we're coming
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
Take some time to simmer down, keep your head down low
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
The lyrics to Imagine Dragons' song "Tiptoe" have been interpreted in various ways by fans over the years. However, the underlying theme of the song seems to be the idea of moving forward stealthily, without attracting attention or causing disruption. In the opening lines, the singer talks about their roots taking flight as they move in the morning light, while being watched from above like a vicious dove. The second verse is about seeing things from a different perspective, and sinking into the soil to watch the water boil. Both verses suggest a sense of quiet determination and perseverance, as the singer continues to move forward without being caught or challenged.
The chorus of the song is where the message becomes most clear. The repeated refrain of "Hey yeah, don't let 'em know we're coming / Hey yeah, tiptoe higher" reinforces the idea of moving forward carefully, without drawing attention to oneself. The reference to "simmering down" suggests that the singer is aware of the need to exercise restraint and patience in order to achieve their goals. The final lines of the song, "Nobody else can take me higher / Nobody else" suggest a sense of self-reliance and confidence in one's own abilities.
Overall, "Tiptoe" can be seen as a song about quietly persevering in the pursuit of one's dreams, without giving in to the distractions or obstacles that might get in the way. It is a message about finding the strength within oneself to keep moving forward, even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
In the morning light let my roots take flight
At the start of the day, I am ready to soar and reach new heights
Watch me from above like a vicious dove
Observe me from afar, like a predator bird on the hunt
They don't see me come, who can blame them?
People don't notice me, but it's understandable as I move quietly and discreetly
They never seem to catch my eye but I never wondered why
Others never seem to notice me, and I never question why that is
I won't fall asleep
I won't give up or give in, I will stay alert and determined
Hey yeah, don't let 'em know we're coming
Let's be stealthy and make our entrance unnoticed
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
Keep pushing yourself to strive for more, without drawing attention
Take some time to simmer down, keep your head down low
Pause and calm yourself, don't be too obvious or noticeable
From your slanted view see the morning dew
From your own unique perspective, observe the beauty of the world
Sink into the soil, watch the water boil
Become immersed in your surroundings and take notice of changes and growth
They won't see me run, who can blame them?
Others won't see me flee or escape, it's not their fault for overlooking me
They never look to see me fly, so I never have to lie
Others don't notice or acknowledge my accomplishments, so I don't have to pretend or exaggerate
Nobody else, nobody else
No one else can match my unique qualities and capabilities
Nobody else can take me higher
No one else can motivate or inspire me to reach greater heights
Hey yeah, don't let 'em know we're coming
Let's continue to be covert and unobtrusive in our actions
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
Keep striving for progress and success without drawing attention to ourselves
Take some time to simmer down, keep your head down low
Remain calm and collected, don't bring too much attention on yourself
Hey yeah, tiptoe higher
Keep pushing yourself to reach new heights, while remaining unnoticed
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benjamin Arthur McKee, Daniel Coulter Reynolds, Daniel Wayne Sermon
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