By The Ocean
Inude Lyrics

The lyrics of "By The Ocean" by Inude seem to express the feeling of being misunderstood or not fully known by someone close. The singer addresses this other person, stating that even though they may be familiar, they don't truly know the singer. The line "you're like a shadow" seems to suggest that this person is around but not fully present or engaged with the singer. This lack of connection is compounded by the other person's silence, which the singer feels is growing.

The chorus of the song adds an element of desperation as the singer seems to be reaching out for help or understanding. The line "swallow me whole and spit me out" suggests a sense of being overwhelmed or consumed by something. The repeated phrase "I've hit the bottom" reinforces this idea of being at a low point. However, the singer also expresses a desire to get back up and not be held down. The final lines of the chorus ("I need to take a break / Don't lean on me") imply that the singer needs space and time to process their thoughts and feelings, and cannot be relied upon to support someone else in this moment.

The bridge of the song brings in a third perspective - other people who do know the singer well. They are contrasted with the person being addressed in the rest of the lyrics, who is dismissed as "just a memory." This suggests that the singer has moved beyond this person and their understanding of them, and is seeking relationships with individuals who truly know and support them.

Overall, "By The Ocean" is a song that speaks to the human need for connection and mutual understanding. The singer acknowledges that true knowledge of another person takes time and effort, and that not everyone is capable of providing the kind of support that is needed in difficult moments. At the same time, however, the song also suggests that there are people who do know and understand us, and who can provide the kind of support that is needed to get back up after hitting the bottom.