Caroline
Jacob Banks Lyrics
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Still I'm dancin' with the tide
Don't say a word, don't say a word
Don't you join the choir
We're all out of things to hide
Ooo, ooo
Ooo, ooo
Oh the silence
Oh it's how we pass the time
Let's run Caroline
The south of France is nice
At least that's what I heard
Go easy, pack our bags
Let's run Caroline
Let's take the circle life
While we'll still have the time
Go easy, run old Caroline
Close your eyes, ignore the sirens
Oh, it's how we touch the sky
Don't make a sound, don't make a sound
Stay with me a while
Too much darkness in the life
Ooo, ooo
Ooo, ooo
Don't make a sound, I won't make a sound
Oh the silence
You're my only place to hide
Let's run Caroline
The south of France is nice
At least that's what I heard
Go easy, pack our bags
And run Caroline
Let's take the circle life
While we'll still have the time
Go easy, run old Caroline
(Let's run Caroline)
The south of France is nice
At least that's what I heard
Go easy, pack our bags
(Let's run Caroline)
Let's take the circle life
While we'll still have the time
Go easy, run old Caroline
Just pack our bags and run old Caroline
The lyrics of Jacob Banks's song "Caroline" appear to be about a couple who are in a difficult situation in life and are looking for an escape. The first verse "Overboard, goin' under" could potentially refer to drowning in emotion or circumstances that feel overwhelming. Despite the difficulties, the singer is still "dancin' with the tide," trying to keep afloat. However, they also seem to be wary of others joining in and adding to their struggles as the line "Don't say a word, don't say a word, don't you join the choir" implies. The following lines "We're all out of things to hide" gives us the sense that this couple has already faced difficulties and perhaps revealed some hidden things to each other, creating a sense of isolation.
The chorus sees the singer suggesting that they run away and escape together. France becomes an idyllic escape plan in this scenario, one the singer has heard of before. The lines "At least that's what I heard" may represent the hopes and dreams they have of a better life. The couple wants to make the most of their time together and especially while they’re still young and vibrant. The metaphorical "circle life" in the chorus represents the importance of cherishing the moment, as time is fleeting, while "old Caroline" is presented as a call to action, urging the named person to come along and escape together.
Line by Line Meaning
Overboard, goin' under
I feel like I'm drowning and overwhelmed
Still I'm dancin' with the tide
Even though I'm struggling, I'm trying to keep moving forward
Don't say a word, don't say a word
Let's be quiet and enjoy this moment of peace
Don't you join the choir
Don't let other people's opinions influence us
We're all out of things to hide
There's nothing left to hide, we are being true to ourselves
Ooo, ooo
Musical interlude
Don't say a word, I won't say a word
Let's enjoy this quiet moment together
Oh the silence
The silence is a moment of peace and tranquility
Oh it's how we pass the time
We are enjoying each other's company in silence
Let's run Caroline
Let's go on an adventure, Caroline
The south of France is nice
The southern part of France is a great place to visit
At least that's what I heard
I haven't been there myself, but I've heard good things
Go easy, pack our bags
Let's take it easy and prepare for our trip
Let's take the circle life
Let's enjoy life to the fullest
While we'll still have the time
While we are still young and able, let's go on this adventure
Close your eyes, ignore the sirens
Let's shut out the noise of the world and focus on each other
Oh, it's how we touch the sky
Our relationship is uplifting and brings us to new heights
Don't make a sound, don't make a sound
Let's enjoy this peaceful moment
Stay with me a while
Let's spend more time together
Too much darkness in the life
Life can be tough sometimes, but we have each other
You're my only place to hide
I feel safe and secure when I'm with you
(Let's run Caroline)
Musical interlude
Just pack our bags and run old Caroline
Let's leave everything behind and go on an adventure together, Caroline
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jacob Akintayo Akinoso, Matthew Hales, Sam Breathwick
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
sognodiangeli
Overboard, goin' under
Still I'm dancin' with the tide
Don't say a word, don't say a word
Don't you join the choir
We're all out of things to hide
Ooo, ooo
Ooo, ooo
Don't say a word, I won't say a word
Oh the silence
Oh it's how we pass the time
Let's run Caroline
The south of France is nice
At least that's what I heard
Go easy, pack our bags
Let's run Caroline
Let's take the circle life
While we'll still have the time
Go easy, run old Caroline
Close your eyes, ignore the sirens
Oh, it's how we touch the sky
Don't make a sound, don't make a sound
Stay with me a while
Too much darkness in the life
Ooo, ooo
Ooo, ooo
Don't make a sound, I won't make a sound
Oh the silence
You're my only place to hide
Let's run Caroline
The south of France is nice
At least that's what I heard
Go easy, pack our bags
And run Caroline
Let's take the circle life
While we'll still have the time
Go easy, run old Caroline
(Let's run Caroline)
The south of France is nice
At least that's what I heard
Go easy, pack our bags
(Let's run Caroline)
Let's take the circle life
While we'll still have the time
Go easy, run old Caroline
Just pack our bags and run old Caroline
Songwriters: Jacob Akintayo Akinoso / Matthew Hales / Sa
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LYRICS (just copied & pasted)
[Verse 1]
Overboard, goin' under
Still I'm dancin' with the tide
Don't say a word, don't say a word
Don't you join the choir
We're all out of things to hide
[Pre-Chorus 1]
Ooo, ooo, ooo, ooo
Don't say a word, I won't say a word
Oh the silence
Oh it's how we waste our time
[Chorus]
Let's run Caroline
Suffer thoughts of these nights
At least that's what I heard, go easy
Pack our bags
Let's run Caroline
Let's take the circle life
While we still have the time, go easy
Run old Caroline
[Verse 2]
Close your eyes, ignore the sirens
Oh it's how we touch the sky
Don't make a sound, I won't make a sound
Stay with me a while
Too much darkness in the life
[Pre-Chorus 2]
Ooo, ooo, ooo, ooo
Don't make a sound, I won't make a sound
Oh the silence
You're my only place to hide
[Chorus]
Let's run Caroline
Suffer thoughts of these nights
At least that's what I heard, go easy
Pack our bags
Let's run Caroline
Let's take the circle life
Oh, we'll still have the time, go easy
Run old Caroline
Let's run Caroline
Suffer thoughts of these nights
At least that's what I heard, go easy
Pack our bags
Let's run Caroline
Let's take the circle life
While we still have the time, go easy
Run old Caroline
[Outro]
Just pack our bag and run old Caroline
Claire Smith
The rest of the world doesn't know what they are missing out on! Well just makes the Jacob Banks squad even more exclusive. We are the elite members of the music community.
Clint Woodley
So glad to have heard one of Jacobs songs while playing Fifa 19, he is so good.
Sheldon Petersen
@Clint Woodley That's how I felt when Unholy War was in NFS: Payback
Erivaldo Teixeira
Agreeeeeee!!!
Anano Zoidze
Exactly!
Louiebaton
honestly huh i mean this guy deserves the recognition of somebody like Sam smith or something
sognodiangeli
Overboard, goin' under
Still I'm dancin' with the tide
Don't say a word, don't say a word
Don't you join the choir
We're all out of things to hide
Ooo, ooo
Ooo, ooo
Don't say a word, I won't say a word
Oh the silence
Oh it's how we pass the time
Let's run Caroline
The south of France is nice
At least that's what I heard
Go easy, pack our bags
Let's run Caroline
Let's take the circle life
While we'll still have the time
Go easy, run old Caroline
Close your eyes, ignore the sirens
Oh, it's how we touch the sky
Don't make a sound, don't make a sound
Stay with me a while
Too much darkness in the life
Ooo, ooo
Ooo, ooo
Don't make a sound, I won't make a sound
Oh the silence
You're my only place to hide
Let's run Caroline
The south of France is nice
At least that's what I heard
Go easy, pack our bags
And run Caroline
Let's take the circle life
While we'll still have the time
Go easy, run old Caroline
(Let's run Caroline)
The south of France is nice
At least that's what I heard
Go easy, pack our bags
(Let's run Caroline)
Let's take the circle life
While we'll still have the time
Go easy, run old Caroline
Just pack our bags and run old Caroline
Songwriters: Jacob Akintayo Akinoso / Matthew Hales / Sa
Spicy Zing
Absolutely beautiful ! Caught myself with eyes closed just feeling the music.
Miguel Bichanga
Me too, he's music is so soulful it takes you too a great place.
Dirk Mielke
I did that as well, until I was rudely interrupted by angry motorists informing me the red light I was waiting on had turned green. It's his voice, it just so hypnotizing.