Tokyo Sunrise
LP Lyrics
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I meant them all while we reigned
But shores of love get beaten by the waves
and after it was done I wish I'd saved time
One less spark from a flame
One more heart beat away
I think I lost your scent after the rain
Ooh ooh ooh
Where you gonna go
Where you gonna go
I can't tell you that
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh yeah
Some day in the sky we'll see the same sun on the rise yeah
Wherever you go
Far as Tokyo
I can say
I'll see you again
I'll see you again
I'll see you again
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
Aching with a debt never paid
Horses broken and splayed
Breathing half a breath since you're away
But while your blood is warm I'll keep the home fires
Ooh ooh ooh
Where you gonna go
Where you gonna go
I can't tell you that
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh yeah
Some day in the sky we'll see the same sun on the rise yeah
Wherever you go
Far as Tokyo
I can say
I'll see you again
I'll see you again
I'll see you again
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
My love is never gone away
It's gonna come around someday
My love is never gone away
It's gonna come around someday
I'll see you again
I'll see you again
In "Tokyo Sunrise", LP tells the story of love gone awry. The lyrics suggest that LP has been in a relationship that was once strong and committed, but eventually met its end due to external factors like distance and time. The song begins with LP admitting that she had said a lot of words during the course of the relationship, and meant every single one. However, she acknowledges that even the strongest love can get "beaten by the waves" of the world and sometimes we lose the thing we cherished so much. And as time passes after a relationship, sometimes one wishes that they had used their time more wisely when they were in love. LP then sings about how even a small act of removing a spark (of romance) can lead to the separation of two hearts. She also wonders how to find and reconnect with her lost love, and she hopes that someday, they will cross paths again.
The chorus lyrics go on to express LP's laments further. As she asks her ex-partner where they're going, she realizes that she has no control over them anymore. However, LP remains calm in knowing that they'll see the same sun come up each day even if they are miles apart from one another, and one day she hopes to see her lover again in their lifetime. The bridge expands on the lingering feelings of love and devotion LP carries for this person even after they've gone their separate ways. LP's love for this person still lives on and she trusts that one day, her love will come back and they will see each other again. Overall, "Tokyo Sunrise" is an emotionally charged piece of music that showcases the difficulties of loss and separation in love.
Line by Line Meaning
Said a lot of words along the way
I spoke a lot during our time together
I meant them all while we reigned
I truly believed in everything I said while we were together
But shores of love get beaten by the waves
Love can be like a fragile coastline, easily damaged by the roughness of life
and after it was done I wish I'd saved time
Now that our love is over, I regret not spending more quality time with you
One less spark from a flame
Our love has diminished
One more heart beat away
You and I are now further apart
I think I lost your scent after the rain
I feel like I've lost touch with who you are
I'll find you when our paths cross by the gold mines
I'll seek you out when we coincidentally cross paths
Where you gonna go
Where will you go?
I can't tell you that
I don't have the answer
Some day in the sky we'll see the same sun on the rise yeah
One day in the future, we'll both share the experience of witnessing the sunrise
Wherever you go
Wherever you choose to go
Far as Tokyo
Even if it's as far as Tokyo
I can say
I can promise
I'll see you again
We'll meet again
Aching with a debt never paid
I carry the weight of an unpaid debt
Horses broken and splayed
The situation feels torn and hopeless
Breathing half a breath since you're away
It's like I'm only living half as much without you here
But while your blood is warm I'll keep the home fires
As long as there's still love burning inside you, I'll remain loyal to our relationship
My love is never gone away
My love for you still exists
It's gonna come around someday
I believe we'll be reunited someday
I'll see you again
We'll meet again
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Patrick Bianco, Laura Pergolizzi
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@fightduhgudfight900
Lyircs!!!
Said a lot of words along the way
I meant them all while we reigned
But shores of love get beaten by the waves
and after it was done I wish I'd saved time
One less spark from a flame
One more heart beat away
I think I lost your scent after the rain
I'll find you when our paths cross by the gold mines
Ooh ooh ooh
Where you gonna go
Where you gonna go
I can't tell you that
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh yeah
Some day in the sky we'll see the same sun on the rise yeah
Wherever you go
Far as Tokyo
I can say
I'll see you again
I'll see you again
I'll see you again
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
Aching with a debt never paid
Horses broken and splayed
Breathing half a breath since you're away
But while your blood is warm I'll keep the home fires
Ooh ooh ooh
Where you gonna go
Where you gonna go
I can't tell you that
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh yeah
Some day in the sky we'll see the same sun on the rise yeah
Wherever you go
Far as Tokyo
I can say
I'll see you again
I'll see you again
I'll see you again
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
My love is never gone away
It's gonna come around someday
My love is never gone away
It's gonna come around someday
I'll see you again
I'll see you again
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@bounceshoestore9310
This is one of the most brilliantly written songs I have ever heard. She's using a 7 count measure for the chorus and versus, throws in a single 8 count bridge, and then tosses in a 3/4 waltz count towards the end. I LOVE LP!
@dreywoods
you are a music tutor ?
@bounceshoestore9310
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I am a fitness instructor, violinist, and guitarist who teaches fitness instructors how to count and cue music for classes.
@dreywoods
Ohh nice, I'll check your channel
@SecksyMan
I can't be the only person that thinks this is one of the greatest songs ever
@natahliasmith9533
This song reminds my of my parents love. My dad passed away from cancer almost 10 years ago and my mum ached to be with him every day. She made the most and enjoyed life. Myself, my daughter and my mum traveled to our home country where we met long lost family and learned our heritage. It was an amazing time. We spoke about my dad everyday like he was with us. But through it all she ached.
My mum passed away last week and although I feel like my heart is ripped open again I take comfort in knowing my parents are together again at last.
Mummy.....
Daddy......
Someday in the sky we'll see the same sun on the rise. I'll see you again.
Until then I will LIVE, LOVE and LEARN just like you taught me.
@bounceshoestore9310
Sorry for your loss. Hugs to you.
@modredastal1644
I can't even think about this song without wanting to cry. It's pure love and beauty unbound in the sky.