Balloon
Jimmy Nevis Lyrics
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Heaven alone only knows
Which way the wind is blowing
And if we'll ever make it home
Are we lost, or chasing rainbows
Or is their more to what meets the eye
In the air, pretending to be angels
Like this red balloon
Under the sky, across the moon
Stay away from roses,
Cause they can only hurt you
(Say you love, say that you love) Won't you say, that you love me
The lyrics of Jimmy Nevis's song, Balloon, is an introspection into life's uncertainties and the journey towards self-discovery. The opening lines, "Where are we going? Heaven alone only knows. Which way the wind is blowing, and if we'll ever make it home," suggest that life is unpredictable and almost impossible to predict its outcome. The idea of not having a sense of direction can also exhibit a lack of purpose and the search for meaning in life.
The second verse, "Are we lost, or chasing rainbows or is there more to what meets the eye? In the air, pretending to be angels, make-believing we can fly," showcases the dilemmas of uncertainties and the search for something that lies beyond the surface. The phrase "chasing rainbows" suggests that the singer may be pursuing something unattainable, while "make-believing we can fly," connotes the pursuit of an alternate reality.
The chorus of the song, "Like this red balloon under the sky, across the moon, stay away from roses cause they can only hurt you," is an analogy for life's journey. The red balloon represents the singer's sense of freedom, while the roses symbolize the obstacles and the possible heartbreaks that might occur along the way. The phrase, "stay away from roses cause they can only hurt you," reminds the listener to be cautious in taking risks.
Overall, the song is a reminder that life is full of uncertainties, and that road to self-discovery and meaning is full of obstacles. But in the journey towards self-discovery, it is essential to take calculated risks, stay true to oneself and be cautious of the possible risks and heartbreaks.
Line by Line Meaning
Where are we going?
Uncertainty about the direction of our lives
Heaven alone only knows
We don't have any answers, only faith
Which way the wind is blowing
Life is unpredictable
And if we'll ever make it home
Doubting if we'll ever find our place in the world
Are we lost, or chasing rainbows
Questioning if our aspirations are realistic
Or is their more to what meets the eye
Thinking there may be hidden meanings to our existence
In the air, pretending to be angels
Imagining ourselves as pure and innocent
Make-believing we can fly
Believing we can overcome our limitations
Like this red balloon
Comparing ourselves to a balloon - fragile yet resilient
Under the sky, across the moon
Our journey is vast and endless
Stay away from roses,
Avoiding things that can bring pain
Cause they can only hurt you
Acknowledging that love can be painful
(Say you love, say that you love) Won't you say, that you love me
Asking for reassurance and affection
Contributed by Ryan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kaumohlamonyane272
9 years later, I can still remember the lyrics 💯🔥
@robynsmith2553
the best artists dont get enough support in this country...on a international level he wouldve been great
@qwertyt586
true....south africans appreciate musicians who make trash music
@vusinelson1057
Absolutely true
@mellojesi2372
It's 2023 and I still agree a 100%
@ladyy_robyn
I still remember this song this made my Childhood Undescribable
@potatopotatoeOG
same here.. i hope people remember him more
@PrestigeWorldwideNAM
This song is bloody amazing...Of all time. Brilliant!!!!
@tesmikabudhal1130
9 years later I'm still in my feelings. Some songs just have that effect on you
@shinningfromwithin
2022 ✨ still sounds amazing💯