Ophelia
Kirk Francis Lyrics
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Neglected by your skin
I′ve got to go in a little while
But you know I'll stay
So give me a reason to roll another cigarette, honey
Now every time that the leaves turn gold
I tend to think about it
How can you watch your reflection?
See how you look so cold
I bet they feel a rejection
To all the love you sold
And I knew that it would be so odd
When you said it was over
And that′s a start, and I know
So give me a reason to roll another cigarette, honey
Now every time that the leaves turn gold
I tend to think about it
In these lyrics, Kirk Francis seems to be exploring the aftermath of a past relationship. The opening line of "Did you see us float away?" suggests that perhaps the relationship dissolved without either party realizing it was happening. The next line, "Neglected by your skin," reinforces this idea that the two were not truly connected on a deeper level, perhaps just going through the motions of love without feeling it.
The chorus of "So give me a reason to roll another cigarette, honey, now every time that the leaves turn gold, I tend to think about it" seems to express a feeling of nostalgia, perhaps even regret. The act of rolling a cigarette is often associated with taking a moment to reflect, and the changing of the leaves is a commonly used symbol for growth and change. Francis may be using these images to convey a sense of looking back on the past and contemplating what could have been.
The verses of the song provide further insight into the emotions at play. Francis seems to be directly addressing his former partner, questioning how they can continue to look in the mirror and be content with how they appear. He also suggests that the love they sold may have been false, and that others may have recognized this rejection even if the parties involved did not.
Overall, "Ophelia" appears to be a reflection on a past relationship, with Francis exploring the mixed emotions of nostalgia, regret, and disillusionment.
Line by Line Meaning
Did you see us float away?
Did you notice when we left and drifted apart?
Neglected by your skin
I feel like you've stopped caring for me both physically and emotionally
I've got to go in a little while, but you know I'll stay
I have other responsibilities, but I'll make time for you because I care
So give me a reason to roll another cigarette, honey
I need something to distract me from the fact that things aren't going well between us
Now every time that the leaves turn gold, I tend to think about it
The changing of the seasons reminds me of how things used to be between us
How can you watch your reflection?
Don't you see how distant and detached you seem to be?
See how you look so cold
Your demeanor is distant and emotionless
I bet they feel a rejection to all the love you sold
Others must feel let down when they realize that you don't care as much as you seem to
And I knew that it would be so odd when you said it was over
I had a feeling it would be strange and difficult when you broke up with me
And that's a start, and I know
This is just the beginning, but I recognize it for what it is
Contributed by Claire T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@marks7965
Lyrics: (Thanks to Andres, Jack, and Flat Accord, I just put everything together)
Did you see us float away
Neglected by your skin
I’ve got to go in a little while
But you know I’ll stay
[Chorus]
So give me a reason to roll another cigarette, honey
Now every time that the leaves turn gold I tend to think about it
How can you watch your reflection
See how you look so cold
I bet they feel a rejection
To all the love you sold
And I knew that it would be so odd when
You said it was over and that's a start and I know
[Chorus]
So give me a reason to roll another cigarette, honey
Now every time that the leaves turn gold I tend to think about it
@jackohea4668
Here are the actual lyrics - I wrote them:
Did you see her float away,
Neglected by her skin?
I've got to go in a little while,
But you know I'll stay
So give me a reason
To roll another Cigarette honey
Every time that the leaves turn gold
I tend to think about it
Now can you watch your reflection,
See how you look so cold
I bet they feel a rejection
To all the love you sold
And I knew it would be so hard
When you said it was over and
That's a start
And I know
So give me a reason
To roll another cigarette honey
Every time that the leaves turn gold
I tend to think about it
@KatsuragiTohka
Lyrics I could hear (I'm not an English speaker, so please take this with a grain of salt)
Did you see us float away
Neglected by your skin
I’ve got to go in a little while
But you know I’ll stay
[Chorus]
So give me a reason to roll another cigarette, honey
Now everytime in the ¿…? I tend to think about it
I came to watch your reflection
See how you look so cold
¿I bet they feel our rejection?
¿¿To all I love you so??
And I knew that the ¿…………?
¿………………………………………………..and I know?
[Chorus]
So give me a reason to roll another cigarette, honey
Now everytime in the ¿…? I tend to think about it
@iamcool2221
Nice. I hope you all express gratitude today
@pixelobservations
Thanks for the reminder 🙏 totally shifted my perspective for the day
@OoFaeHeartoO
YouTube understands what my brainwaves need 😌👌🏻
@nchan9772
Nice cover art
@JDP000109
That’s by “The Real Theory” follow them on IG it’s good stuff
@Xplosion919
Love this chill indie type music.
@walkeen_phoenix139
I came for the cover art,, butt stayed for the vibes 🙏🏼🙏🏼
@kaonashi1641
Looking forward to Compact Cassette this week 💜
@marks7965
Lyrics: (Thanks to Andres, Jack, and Flat Accord, I just put everything together)
Did you see us float away
Neglected by your skin
I’ve got to go in a little while
But you know I’ll stay
[Chorus]
So give me a reason to roll another cigarette, honey
Now every time that the leaves turn gold I tend to think about it
How can you watch your reflection
See how you look so cold
I bet they feel a rejection
To all the love you sold
And I knew that it would be so odd when
You said it was over and that's a start and I know
[Chorus]
So give me a reason to roll another cigarette, honey
Now every time that the leaves turn gold I tend to think about it
@jackohea4668
Here are the actual lyrics - I wrote them:
Did you see her float away,
Neglected by her skin?
I've got to go in a little while,
But you know I'll stay
So give me a reason
To roll another Cigarette honey
Every time that the leaves turn gold
I tend to think about it
Now can you watch your reflection,
See how you look so cold
I bet they feel a rejection
To all the love you sold
And I knew it would be so hard
When you said it was over and
That's a start
And I know
So give me a reason
To roll another cigarette honey
Every time that the leaves turn gold
I tend to think about it