Floors
Jake Mirador Lyrics
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Its reaching for you
But I can't seem to get my arms to move closer, closer to you
You're covered in my colors
I'm covered in your skin
You look just like an angel
But you speak of, you speak like sin
And I am under the impression
And her cheeks are turning red
From what she cannot see
The tide is rolling in now
Crawl back in your sheets
You can't seem to keep your head above the water, right next to me
And I am under the impression
That you think I sleep
And her cheeks are turning red
From what she cannot see
The lyrics to Jake Mirador's song "Floors" are a deeply introspective and emotional ode to unrequited love. The first stanza sets the stage for the feeling of wanting to be closer to someone, but being physically unable to do so. This feeling of longing is reinforced in the second stanza, where the singer describes being covered in the other person's skin and admiring them, despite knowing that their intentions may be less than pure. The third stanza is perhaps the most heartbreaking, as the singer realizes that the person they love doesn't even realize they're there. The metaphor of the tide rolling in and the person being unable to keep their head above the water emphasizes the feeling of helplessness and drowning in their emotions.
Overall, "Floors" is a poignant and relatable song that captures the universal feeling of wanting someone who doesn't want us back. The use of vivid imagery and metaphor help to convey the emotions in a powerful and memorable way.
Line by Line Meaning
There's something in my head
I have an unexplained feeling or thought that cannot be ignored.
Its reaching for you
It is directed towards you specifically.
But I can't seem to get my arms to move closer, closer to you
I wish to approach you, but something is preventing me from doing so.
You're covered in my colors
You have taken on my traits or have become a part of me.
I'm covered in your skin
I am closely associated with you, and feel like I am a part of you as well.
You look just like an angel
You have a pure and innocent appearance.
But you speak of, you speak like sin
Your words and actions do not match your angelic appearance.
And I am under the impression
I believe that it is true, based on my observations.
That you think I sleep
You believe that I am unaware of what is happening.
And her cheeks are turning red
She is feeling embarrassed or ashamed.
From what she cannot see
She is unaware of something that is affecting her emotionally.
The tide is rolling in now
A change is occurring or approaching.
Crawl back in your sheets
Hide from or avoid the change that is happening or coming.
You can't seem to keep your head above the water, right next to me
You are struggling to keep up with the changes or challenges, even though I am close and willing to help.
Contributed by Stella C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.