Mom In Love Daddy In Space
Kashmir Lyrics


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Walking bones
Choose your own direction
Go have fun some place else

Bring your soul
And your Beach Boys records
I can't stand to have you here
So worn out
Cold and dehydrated
The fortune's spent
And dad's in space

Every home should have a mom in love
And a daddy in space
Chinese porcelain cats to guard her love
In the window space

Show her some respect she's all worn down

For years to come
I will not forget you
As my son, as my pain

Time will heal
What now feels so wounded
Tears are spilled
And the holes will fill

Every home should have a mom in love
And a daddy in space
Chinese porcelain cats to guard her love
In the window space

Show her some respect she's all worn down
Show her some respect she's all worn down
Show her some respect she's all worn down

Every home should have a mom in love
And a daddy in space




Chinese porcelain cats to guard her love
In the window space

Overall Meaning

The song "Mom In Love Daddy In Space" by Kashmir is a deeply emotional and introspective song that reflects on the complexities of family relationships. The opening lines, "Walking bones, choose your own direction, go have fun some place else" suggest a deep frustration and weariness with someone, possibly a troubled family member. The subsequent lines, "Bring your soul and your Beach Boys records, I can't stand to have you here" further emphasize this sentiment. The singer is essentially telling this person to leave and find their own way while expressing their own exhaustion with having them around.


As the song continues, the mention of the father being 'in space' adds a surreal and almost melancholic quality to the lyrics. This image of the father being distant and unreachable, and possibly even gone forever, contributes to the pain and sadness at the heart of the song. The refrain "Every home should have a mom in love and a daddy in space" adds to the sense of loss and longing for what could have been, highlighting the importance of having a stable and loving home environment.


Ultimately, the song conveys a profound sense of grief and emotional exhaustion, but also the possibility of healing and moving on. The lines "Time will heal what now feels so wounded, tears are spilled and the holes will fill" suggest that while the pain may be intense, it is not permanent, and that with time and perseverance it is possible to move forward and find peace.


Line by Line Meaning

Walking bones
You're rundown and tired, and it's time to move on.


Choose your own direction
Figure out where you want to go and what you want to do.


Go have fun some place else
Leave because you're not welcome here.


Bring your soul
Come back when you're ready to be genuine and authentic.


And your Beach Boys records
Bring your love of good times and good music.


I can't stand to have you here
Your presence brings discomfort and tension.


So worn out
You've exhausted your welcome and resources.


Cold and dehydrated
You're emotionally drained and in need of new life.


The fortune's spent
You've used up all of your luck and opportunities.


And dad's in space
Your father figure is gone and unreachable.


Every home should have a mom in love
A caring and affectionate mother is vital in any household.


And a daddy in space
An absent or distant father can be painful, but sometimes necessary.


Chinese porcelain cats to guard her love
Sentimental objects and traditions can bring comfort and protection.


In the window space
In plain sight, reminding us of what matters most.


Show her some respect she's all worn down
Be kind to your mother, who has likely sacrificed much for you and the family.


For years to come
This experience will stay with you and be remembered for a long time.


I will not forget you
Despite the pain and difficulty, you won't be erased from memory.


As my son, as my pain
You will always be a part of me, even when it hurts.


Time will heal
Things will get better with patience and time.


What now feels so wounded
The current pain and hurt will eventually lessen and heal.


Tears are spilled
A release of emotion is necessary for healing.


And the holes will fill
The emptiness and loss will be lessened and replaced over time.


Show her some respect she's all worn down
Continuing to care for your mother despite the wear and tear of life is important.


Show her some respect she's all worn down
Repeating this phrase reinforces the need to appreciate and honor our mothers.


Show her some respect she's all worn down
One final reminder to be kind and grateful to our mothers.


Every home should have a mom in love
The importance of a loving, caring mother in every household cannot be understated.


And a daddy in space
While an absent or distant father can be tough, sometimes it is necessary for growth and healing.


Chinese porcelain cats to guard her love
Traditions and sentimental objects can bring comfort and protection.


In the window space
Placing these objects in plain sight can serve as a reminder of what matters most.




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Written by: KASPER EISTRUP

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@olemadsen9829

walking bones
choose your own direction
go have fun
some place else

bring your soul
and your Beach Boys records
I can't stand
to have you here

so worn out
cold and dehydrated
the fortune is spent
and dad is in space

every home should have a mom in love
and a daddy in space
chinese porcelain cats
to guard her love
in the window space
show her some respect
she's all worn down

for years to come
I will not forget you
as my son
as my pain

time will heal
what now feels so wounded
tears are spilled
and the holes will fill

every home should have a mom in love...



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@haroldgillies3083

Walking bones
Choose your own direction
Go have fun some place else
Bring your soul
And your Beach Boys records
I can't stand to have you here
So worn out
Cold and dehydrated
The fortune's spent
And dad's in space
Every home should have a mom in love
And a daddy in space
Chinese porcelain cats to guard her love
In the window space
Show her some respect she's all worn down
For years to come
I will not forget you
As my son, as my pain
Time will heal
What now feels so wounded
Tears are spilled
And the holes will fill
Every home should have a mom in love
And a daddy in space
Chinese porcelain cats to guard her love
In the window space
Show her some respect she's all worn down
Show her some respect she's all worn down
Show her some respect she's all worn down
Every home should have a mom in love
And a daddy in space
Chinese porcelain cats to guard her love
In the window space



All comments from YouTube:

@pgroadhouse6894

This song has one hell of a good chorus. 😀

@ptr_does_music7042

Ikr! It's so big, and the lyrics just hit so hard. It's a shame the band didn't get more attention, they have amazing songs!

@kathrinel.j4382

Jeg kan huske det var en af de bedste oplevelser i mit liv at være på en fantastisk årgang på en efterskole og skulle danse til denne sang til et fællesprojekt.

@defrigjorte276

Elllsker det album :)

@benjaminbregnbaek5443

Baunehøj?

@askinni

Skud ud til efterskoler!

@Eder5837

Que buenísimas canciones que en un tiempo han Sido tan infravaloradas...
Tan buenísima letra.. tan competente..
Tan generosa dee estructura en su tema.
Gracias KASHMIR SALUDOS DESDE México!.

@seanwade9225

Por fin entiendo la cancion. Su esposo murio y ella esta atareada de la rutina y la complicada vida de una madre soltera asi que decide abandonar a su hijo.

@askinni

It's sad thinking that this is the only international hit these guys ever made.

What about all the other songs? These guys are so consistant that it's insane.

@madselmvig1457

What are you talking about? "Rocket Brothers" were a international hit, so were "Graceland"

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