Take Me
Jani/Jussi Lyrics
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This place is just about to break at the seams
Baby, baby, you and I need just a little bigger piece of the sky
Big hopes, big dreams, baby can you set me free?
Take me walking in the rain
Take me dancing in the waves, baby
Let 'em wipe away the tears, wash away the years
Take me right here where I stand
Let me feel your heart on mine
Life'll never be the same, we've got everything to gain
Take me walking in the rain
This life may be good enough for the rest
But this heart is just about to break through my chest
I remember every rule I've heard and I'm strangling on every word
I can't say they're wrong but baby, how can I go on?
Take me walking in the rain
Take me dancing in the waves, baby
Let 'em wipe away the tears, wash away the years
Take me walking in the rain
Take me right here where I stand
Let me feel your heart on mine
I don't want somebody new, I just want the rest of you
Take me walking in the rain
Take me right here in the sand, life ain't what we plan
The song "Take Me" by Jani/Jussi talks about the frustration of being stuck in a small town where the dreams of a person may not be able to materialize. The singer feels that the town is too small for their aspirations and is about to break from the seams. They seek freedom and a bigger piece of the sky to chase their dreams. The lyrics convey the idea that the person wants to break free from the monotony of everyday life and experience something new, exciting, and unusual. The singer seeks love and guidance from the person they are singing to, which can provide solace in their difficult and uncertain times.
The lyrics suggest that the rain and the waves are metaphors for the release that the person is searching for. The rain can cleanse the soul of all the negativity and the waves can uplift them from their current situation. The song also reflects on the fear of taking risks and the uncertainty of the future. The singer is aware of the consequences and the rules society imposes, but they are conflicted and feel choked by the restraints. The song ends on a hopeful note, where the singer pleads for the person they sing to, to take them walking in the rain and on the sand, indicating that they want to escape the mundane and embrace the unpredictable.
Line by Line Meaning
This town isn't big enough for my dreams
The environment and opportunities in this town do not align with the greatness of my aspirations
This place is just about to break at the seams
The current situation or environment is on the brink of collapse, unable to handle the pressure and weight of what's happening
Baby, baby, you and I need just a little bigger piece of the sky
We need more space, more freedom, more possibilities in order to achieve our aspirations and dreams
Big hopes, big dreams, baby can you set me free?
I have grand ambitions and aspirations, can you help me break free from the limitations holding me back and achieve them?
Take me walking in the rain
Let's experience the beauty and simplicity of nature together, taking a leisurely stroll in the rain
Take me dancing in the waves, baby
Let's have fun and enjoy life, dancing freely in the waves of the ocean
Let 'em wipe away the tears, wash away the years
Let the rain and waves cleanse and refresh us, wiping away our sorrows and troubles from the past
Take me right here where I stand
I want to be with you, in this moment, right where we are
Let me feel your heart on mine
I want to experience your love and affection, feeling your heart beat against mine
Life'll never be the same, we've got everything to gain
Life will become even better and more fulfilling if we take this opportunity to experience and enjoy it together
This life may be good enough for the rest
Others may find contentment and satisfaction in this life, but it's not enough for me
But this heart is just about to break through my chest
My emotions and desires are so intense that they feel like they're bursting out of my chest
I remember every rule I've heard and I'm strangling on every word
I'm trying to follow all the rules and societal expectations that have been taught to me, but it's suffocating me and preventing me from being true to myself
I can't say they're wrong but baby, how can I go on?
I understand that following the rules has its benefits, but it's not fulfilling me and I don't know how to continue on this path
I don't want somebody new, I just want the rest of you
I don't want to replace you with someone else, I want all of you (your love, support, and companionship)
Take me right here in the sand, life ain't what we plan
Let's enjoy life in the moment, even if it's not what we originally envisioned or planned
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JANIS IAN, JENNY YATES
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