Kaleidoscope
Joe Brooks(조 브룩스) Lyrics
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But I still can't tell
Which way her moods blowing, oh
That she's alright(?)
Well don't, let them fool you now
'Cause naive is not her middle name
She's a kaleidoscope
In which she draws you close
And then stumbles on your name
She is a battlefield
Except you're fighting with yourself
To keep your heart of steel
From melting to the ground
She's in a kaleidoscope
She's in a ooh, kaleidoscope
Her moats around her fortress
Her long technicolor hair
She dangles almost to the ground
So that my fingertips always fall short
Oh, like a glow so sweet
Blindly guides without a kiss
She's a kaleidoscope
A new shade for each new day
In which she draws you close
And then stumbles on your name
She is an astronaut
Dancing freely through the air
Between each telescope
Try to catch her if they dare
Oh
So try to catch her if you heard
Oh, she comes
And then she's gone
To the eyes so kind
For the heart so rough
Oh, she comes
And then she goes
To my eyes so kind
That's the one thing for sure
That she knows
Oh, kaleidoscope
A new shade for each new way
In which you draw me close
And then you stumble on my name
You are a battlefield
Leaves me fighting with myself
To keep my heart of steel
From melting to the ground
Oh oh
She's in a kaleidoscope
She's in a ooh, kaleidoscope
In the song "Kaleidoscope," Joe Brooks sings about a girl who is unpredictable, constantly changing, and never easy to understand. She is a kaleidoscope, a new shade for each new way, in which she draws the singer close and then stumbles on his name. He describes her as a battlefield, except he's fighting with himself to keep his heart of steel from melting to the ground. The girl is a mystery, but he's captivated by her technicolor hair, her moats around her fortress, and her naive strength.
The song highlights the idea that people are complex, and that even when they appear to be one thing, there's often much more going on beneath the surface. The girl in the song is more than just a pretty face or a seductive personality. She's someone who has depth and nuance, and the singer finds himself drawn to her even as he struggles to understand her.
One of the key themes of the song is the idea of change. The girl in the song is like a kaleidoscope, constantly shifting and taking on new forms. This can be both alluring and confusing, as the singer struggles to keep up with her. Yet despite the constant changes, there's something about her that draws him in and keeps him hooked.
Overall, "Kaleidoscope" is a song about the complexity of human relationships and the struggles that come with trying to understand someone who is always changing. It's a poignant and emotional song that speaks to the heart of what it means to care for someone deeply.
Line by Line Meaning
She hangs wind chimes from her ears
She decorates herself with unique quirks and styles
But I still can't tell
I can't predict her thoughts or emotions
Which way her moods blowing, oh
Her demeanor changes rapidly and unpredictably
That she's alright(?)
I'm unsure if she's genuinely okay
Well don't, let them fool you now
Don't be misled by how she appears to others
'Cause naive is not her middle name
She is experienced and wise beyond her years
She's a kaleidoscope
Her ever-changing nature and unpredictability make her unique
A new shade for each new way
She adapts depending on the situation and the people around her
In which she draws you close
She has a way of charming and captivating those around her
And then stumbles on your name
She sometimes forgets important details or people due to her scattered nature
She is a battlefield
Being with her isn't always easy, and can be mentally or emotionally taxing
Except you're fighting with yourself
The struggle is internal, and stems from personal issues or insecurities
To keep your heart of steel
To prevent yourself from falling in love or getting hurt
From melting to the ground
From becoming too emotionally invested
Her moats around her fortress
She is guarded and difficult to get close to
Her long technicolor hair
Her appearance is unconventional and eye-catching
She dangles almost to the ground
Her hair is very long and flowing
So that my fingertips always fall short
I cannot quite reach or touch her, physically or emotionally
Oh, like a glow so sweet
Her presence is comforting and soothing
Blindly guides without a kiss
She has a way of influencing or leading others without being physical or intimate
She is an astronaut
She is free-spirited and adventurous, exploring new paths in life
Dancing freely through the air
She moves and lives without restraint
Between each telescope
She traverses through life with ease, despite obstacles or challenges
Try to catch her if they dare
Others try to mimic or follow her, but it proves difficult
So try to catch her if you heard
If you're interested in her, you must be willing to take a chance
To the eyes so kind
To those who are good to her, she returns kindness
For the heart so rough
To those who are mean or disrespectful, she is not so forgiving
Oh, she comes
She appears and makes an impact
And then she's gone
She disappears just as quickly
To my eyes so kind
She remembers and values those who treated her well
That's the one thing for sure
That's the one constant aspect of her behavior
That she knows
That's the one truth she understands
You are a battlefield
I struggle with my own emotions and insecurities when I'm around her
Leaves me fighting with myself
My internal struggle is self-imposed
Oh oh
Vocals without poetic meaning
She's in a kaleidoscope
Her life is ever-changing and vibrant
She's in a ooh, kaleidoscope
Vocals without poetic meaning
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JOSEPH TANCOCK
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