You're The One I Want
Jets to Brazil Lyrics

Blooming black flower wine
This phrase suggests a state of melancholy and despair, a feeling of being lost and struggling, symbolized by the black flower wine that blooms in sorrow.

Slashed arms and new cut smiles
The imagery of self-harm and the seemingly forced smiles represent the pain and damage inflicted and the attempt to appear happy despite it.

Taller for the falling down
Having fallen multiple times, one has gained more experience and resilience, becoming stronger as a result.

Stronger now without you 'round
After being separated from someone, the person is able to find strength in their own independence and individuality, standing strongly without that person's presence.

The prophecies were realized
Foreseeable events have come to pass as expected, a testament to the inevitability of fate and destiny.

When we gave them proper time
These events only became clear and recognizable after time had passed and we were able to reflect on them with perspective and understanding.

All truth comes to light
Eventually, all lies and deceit will be uncovered and the truth will be revealed.

After lies have had their night
Lies may have their temporary reign of power and deception, but the truth will always prevail in the end.

And it's hard without you
Being separated from someone you love is difficult and challenging, often leading to a sense of loneliness and longing.

But it's harder not to doubt you
Even though it may be painful to be without someone you love, it is even more difficult to trust and believe in them when there is uncertainty and doubt about their intentions or actions.

When you're so polite
Some people may be able to maintain a polite and civil demeanor despite their negative behaviors or treatment of others, making it difficult to decipher their true feelings or intentions.

I'm too uptight
Feeling anxious or nervous, potentially because of the uncertainty and doubt that the person is experiencing in their relationship.

You've grown more beautiful
Despite the separation, the person still finds their loved one attractive and captivating, arguably growing more so over time.

Since you took off
After the person left, they have become more alluring and desirable, leading to the singer's continued infatuation.

What can I do? I'm in love with you
The singer is unable to prevent their feelings of love and attachment to the other person, acknowledging that it is beyond their control.

And it won't stop
The feelings of love and longing for the other person are unrelenting, persisting despite the separation and other obstacles.

Cookie crumbs and alcohol
This phrase evokes a feeling of indulgence and excess, potentially suggesting that the person is trying to distract themselves from their emotions or pain through consumption.

Crooked hands, the band's on hold
The imagery of crooked hands and the stalling of the band suggest a sense of being stuck or unable to move forward, perhaps held back by one's own emotions or obstacles.

'Cause your shoulders make me old
The burden, responsibilities, or expectations that the other person carries cause the singer to feel weighed down and aged beyond their years.

And your concerns they leave me cold
The concerns, worries, or issues of the other person do not move or motivate the artist, potentially leading to a sense of detachment or apathy.

And it's hard to leave you
Despite any negative qualities or issues, the artist still struggles with the idea of abandoning or removing themselves from their relationship with the other person.

But it's harder to believe you
The artist finds it more difficult to trust or have faith in the other person, potentially due to past experiences or a lack of evidence or transparency.

Harder to believe you
Repeating the previous line for emphasis, potentially emphasizing the internal conflict and struggle that the singer is experiencing in regards to their relationship.

When you smile crooked style
The other person may pretend to be happy or content despite their true feelings or intentions, perhaps through a crooked or forced smile.

What's best for everyone is bound to hurt somebody
Although a certain choice or action may have positive outcomes for many, it is inevitable that someone will be negatively affected or hurt as a result.

What's best for everyone is killing me
The singer may be grappling with a decision that they know is for the greater good, but still causes them immense pain or struggle internally.

Let me down
The singer is requesting that the other person ends their relationship or connection.

Set me down
Similar to the previous line, this implies that the artist wants the other person to withdraw from their relationship or distance themselves in some way.

Let me down easy
Despite wanting an end to their relationship, the artist is asking that the other person does so in a gentle or compassionate way, possibly due to lingering feelings of affection or loyalty.

Blood Crushed From A Clock
This phrase may represent a difficult or traumatic experience, where time has been stopped or altered violently, leading to the destruction of the singer's sense of security or normalcy.

I'm in love but we just talk
Despite being in love with the other person, the singer may feel that their relationship only exists in a superficial or fleeting way, lacking true connection or fulfillment.

And your teeth make me weak
The artist may find the other person's physical features or attributes to be entrancing or overwhelming, potentially leading to feelings of vulnerability or attraction.

And you're keeping them from me
Despite recognizing the other person's beauty or allure, the artist may feel hindered or separated from that person by certain obstacles or limitations, making it difficult for them to truly connect or pursue a relationship.