Quiet
John Mayer渀 Lyrics
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Lock all the doors
And turn out the lights
Feels like the end of the world
This Sunday night
There's not a sound
Outside the snow's coming down
The quiet inside my mind
3:02
Space in this room
Has turned on me
And all my fears have me cornered me here
Me and my tv screen
The volume's down
Blue lights are dancing around
And still, I can't seem to find
The quiet inside my mind
Daylight is climbing the walls
Cars start and feet walk the halls
The world awakes and now I'm saved
At least by the light of day
At least by the light of day
The song "Quiet" by John Mayer is about feeling overwhelmed and alone in the middle of the night. The imagery of midnight, with all the doors locked and the lights out, creates a sense of isolation and being cut off from the world. Despite the snow falling and the silence outside, the singer cannot find peace of mind. The repeated line "I can't seem to find the quiet inside my mind" emphasizes the inability to escape from one's own thoughts and anxieties. The second verse brings the listener into the room with the singer, feeling the claustrophobia and fear building up around them. The TV screen offers no comfort, as even with the volume down there is a restless energy in the blue light.
As the song progresses, the daylight brings a sense of relief. The world around the listener begins to stir, and the bright light offers some respite from the darkness of the night. It's a reminder that no matter how difficult things feel, they will eventually pass. The song offers a sense of hope and a reminder that there are brighter moments to be found, even in the darkest of times.
Line by Line Meaning
Midnight
It's the middle of the night.
Lock all the doors
Make sure all the doors are locked.
And turn out the lights
Turn off all the lights.
Feels like the end of the world
It seems like everything is coming to an end.
This Sunday night
It's a Sunday night.
There's not a sound
It's completely silent.
Outside the snow's coming down
It's snowing outside.
Somehow I can't seem to find
I am struggling to find.
The quiet inside my mind
A peaceful state of mind.
3:02
It's three minutes past two in the morning.
Space in this room
The physical area of this room.
Has turned on me
It feels like the room has become hostile.
And all my fears have me cornered me here
I am feeling trapped by my fears.
Me and my tv screen
I am alone with my thoughts and my TV.
The volume's down
The TV is muted.
Blue lights are dancing around
The room is illuminated by the blue light of the TV screen.
And still, I can't seem to find
Despite the calm environment, I am still struggling to find.
The quiet inside my mind
A peaceful state of mind.
Daylight is climbing the walls
The sun is starting to rise.
Cars start and feet walk the halls
People are starting to move around and make noise.
The world awakes and now I'm saved
The world coming to life brings me relief.
At least by the light of day
By morning, my worries will lessen.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
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Greg Slivkoff
The thing about this irresistible film is that it tells a great story. It has all the elements, plus every cliche imaginable, but I could watch it a hundred more times and never tire of it. Easily my favorite John Wayne movie, and one of John Ford's best. The "unspoken part" at the end, with Wayne taking Maureen O'Hara back to his cottage, is one of those things best left to the imagination. What a great movie.
Vince Townsend
That had already happened the previous night. That's why everyone was sniggering.
Greg Slivkoff
@Vince Townsend I was referring to the end of the movie, but yes, since they were married, that also happened.
Ray Mew
One of the greatest and feel good movies of all time. Victor and John and Maureen made a brilliant chemistry.
andrew balfour
I could happily spend the rest of my days sitting in that pub enjoying the music,beer and banter...
A gem of a film...
Isaac Allerton
So would I, lockdowns be damned 👍
Siobhan O'Shea
Me to my friend
rob dykes
Have taken the tour in Cong Ireland been to the cottage now in ruined Condition which is a shame the little bridge which is miles away,same for the train station ,had a coffee at the quite man cafe. Great stuff
on the dry
@Siobhan O'Shea me to. we would make a good four ball
Knight192
as if they'd have ya!