House On Fire
LP Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
We'll never know, just lay low
The timing gets to me
I guess we'll see as days go
Believe in the light
'Cause it's true that we burn with blue light
Something so wild
Shows its teeth and its worst when it bites
'Cause when you come home at night
I see it in your eyes
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight
They say only love, only love, only love
Can save us
Oh baby I hope it's just another house on fire
I'm asking, let me know
Oh let me go, just say so
Is there a therapy
To let it bleed away, oh
Tell me we're fine
I wish only to be on your side
Surrender our life
To the flame I hold on to survive
'Cause when you come home at night
I see it in your eyes
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight
They say only love, only love, only love
Can save us
Oh baby I hope it's just
Another house on fire
Tell me we're fine
I wish only to be on your side
Surrender our life
To the flame I hold on to survive
'Cause when you come home at night
I see it in your eyes
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight
They say only love, only love, only love
Can save us
Oh baby I hope it's just
Another house on fire
The lyrics to LP's song House on Fire seem to encapsulate the turmoil and uncertainty of a relationship that might be on the brink of collapse. The singer seems to be unable to commit to staying or leaving, and the "timing" is constantly getting to them. Despite this, there seems to be a glimmer of hope in the form of the "light" that they believe in, and they cling to it even as something "wild" threatens to destroy them. The second verse continues in this vein, with the singer asking for confirmation of where they stand, and if there is a way to "let it bleed away" - perhaps suggesting that some deeper hurt or trauma is driving their present struggles. Even so, they still wish to be on their partner's side and hold onto the "flame" in order to survive.
As the chorus repeats the phrase "only love, only love, only love can save us", it becomes clear that this may be the key to their survival. However, the final line twists this sentiment slightly - "oh baby I hope it's just another house on fire" - suggesting that this may not be the first or the last time they find themselves in this situation. The repeated imagery of fire and light throughout the song serves to underscore the precarious, potentially destructive nature of the relationship, while also hinting at the possibility of rebirth and transformation.
Overall, the lyrics to House on Fire are open to interpretation, but seem to speak to the universal struggle of fighting for a love that may be difficult or unattainable. The singer's vulnerability and urgency are palpable, and the emotional weight of the song is accentuated by LP's distinctive, soaring vocals.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't say yes or no
I am unsure about something and cannot make a definite decision.
We'll never know, just lay low
We may never find out, so let's stay quiet and not draw attention.
The timing gets to me
The timing of events is causing me stress and anxiety.
I guess we'll see as days go
Perhaps we will gain clarity as time passes.
Believe in the light
Have faith in something positive and radiant.
'Cause it's true that we burn with blue light
There is an intense and passionate feeling within us that emanates brightly like blue flame.
Something so wild
An untamed and uncontrollable situation.
Shows its teeth and its worst when it bites
It can have severe and negative consequences when it becomes dangerous – like a wild animal.
'Cause when you come home at night
Because I observe your behavior upon your return home after being away for a while.
I see it in your eyes
I can see the emotions and thoughts in your eyes.
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight
You can sense the tension and readiness for confrontation in me, like a bull preparing to fight.
They say only love, only love, only love
There is a popular belief that love is the only solution to problems.
Can save us
It is possible that love can resolve our troubles and challenges.
Oh baby I hope it's just another house on fire
I am hopeful that the situation is not as dire as it seems – like a burning home that may not be completely destroyed.
I'm asking, let me know
I am seeking information or clarity on a topic.
Oh let me go, just say so
If you want to end this, tell me directly so I can move on.
Is there a therapy
Is there a way to address my emotional needs and mental health?
To let it bleed away, oh
To release the emotional pain gradually over time, so it doesn't harm me.
Tell me we're fine
Assure me that we will be okay, despite any complications or struggles.
I wish only to be on your side
I only desire to support and stand by you, through thick and thin.
Surrender our life
Give up control and let fate take its course.
To the flame I hold on to survive
I am desperately holding onto the passion and intensity of the situation in order to keep living.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Laura Pergolizzi, Micah Rayan Premnath, Richard Markowitz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@m_sofia_silva
"House On Fire"
I can't say yes or no
We'll never know, just lay low
The timing gets to me
I guess we'll see as days go
Believe in the light
'Cause it's true that we burn with blue light
Something so wild
Shows its teeth and its worst when it bites
'Cause when you come home at night
I see it in your eyes
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight
They say only love, only love, only love
Can save us
Oh baby I hope it's just another house on fire
I'm asking, let me know
Oh let me go, just say so
Is there a therapy
To let it bleed away, oh
Tell me we're fine
I wish only to be on your side
Surrender our life
To the flame I hold on to survive
'Cause when you come home at night
I see it in your eyes
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight
They say only love, only love, only love
Can save us
Oh baby I hope it's just
Another house on fire
Tell me we're fine
I wish only to be on your side
Surrender our life
To the flame I hold on to survive
'Cause when you come home at night
I see it in your eyes
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight
They say only love, only love, only love
Can save us
Oh baby I hope it's just
Another house on fire
@ihabfares1502
Correct lyrics :
I can’t say yes or no we’ll never know just lay low.
The timing gets to me I guess we’ll see as days go.
Believe in the lie cuz it’s true that we burn with blue light.
Something so wild shows it’s teeth and it’s worse when it bites.
When you come home at night I see it in your eyes.
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight.
They say only love only love only love can save us.
But maybe our home is just another house on fire.
I’m asking let me know or let me go just say so.
Is there a therapy to let it bleed away oh.
Tell me we’re fine I wish only to be on your side.
Surrender our lives to the flame or hold on to survive.
@byalans.a.7878
Need a video for this song, it sounds so cinematic
@samwdc1395
yeesss
@ohyeahnicebaby
so true~~~~
@user-pc5kf3ku8p
@Sam wdc ь ь ь ььь б . ищщщщщщщщщщююююююююююююю
@rossered29
Me tooooo
@starxsirius1429
Raisa Bruner says: " She proves once more she's a force and voice to be reckoned with: distinctive, uncompromising, surprising at every turn. Her pop leans towards folk, with warmth and a rollicking spirit that draws on everyone from Christina Aguilera -- who she has written for -- to icons like Bob Dylan. "House On Fire" leans into her most theatrical instincts, rich with flamenco callbacks and spaghetti Western whistles. With full-throated abandon, she crafts a track that's bold and memorable. "
@anettflores2691
0:00 OOOHHH I LOVE THIS SONG
@themoonsharksquirrel8937
Lol! I hear ya!
@lp24hours96
OMG! LP don't have any bad song. All the songs are amazing.
@m_sofia_silva
"House On Fire"
I can't say yes or no
We'll never know, just lay low
The timing gets to me
I guess we'll see as days go
Believe in the light
'Cause it's true that we burn with blue light
Something so wild
Shows its teeth and its worst when it bites
'Cause when you come home at night
I see it in your eyes
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight
They say only love, only love, only love
Can save us
Oh baby I hope it's just another house on fire
I'm asking, let me know
Oh let me go, just say so
Is there a therapy
To let it bleed away, oh
Tell me we're fine
I wish only to be on your side
Surrender our life
To the flame I hold on to survive
'Cause when you come home at night
I see it in your eyes
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight
They say only love, only love, only love
Can save us
Oh baby I hope it's just
Another house on fire
Tell me we're fine
I wish only to be on your side
Surrender our life
To the flame I hold on to survive
'Cause when you come home at night
I see it in your eyes
You see it in mine just like a bull before the fight
They say only love, only love, only love
Can save us
Oh baby I hope it's just
Another house on fire