The Way We Move
Langhorne Slim Lyrics
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In our houses, in our cars
You didn't know it, now you do
This is the way we move, hey
In the belly of the whale
In my bedroom I can't sleep
And all my friends got crooked tales
That's just what I need
And there we are standing in the shooting stars
In our houses, in our cars
You didn't know it, now you do
This is the way (this is the way) we move, hey
In the belly of the whale
And in my bedroom I can't sleep
And all my friends got crooked tales
That's the way I like it
That's the company I keep
And tere we are standing in the shooting stars
In our houses, in the ashes, the bars
You didn't know it, now you do
This happens to be the way that we move
In the belly of the whale
In the belly of the beast
At the last supper, honey
Make sure you get something, something to eat
And there we are standing in the shooting stars
In our houses, in our cars
You didnt know it, now you do
This is the way (this is the way) we move
This is the way (this is the way) we move
This is the way (this is the way) we move
This is the way (this is the way)
The opening lyrics of Langhorne Slim's "The Way We Move" establish the theme of the song as the way in which people move through their lives. The shooting stars are a metaphor for the fleeting and unpredictable nature of life. The second line implies that this song is about the everyday movements of people in their homes and cars, but the shooting stars serve as a reminder that life is not just routine, it is a constantly moving and changing thing. The repetition of the line "you didn't know it, now you do" emphasizes the idea that people may not always be aware of or pay attention to their own movements, but this song is bringing that awareness to them.
The next stanza begins with a biblical reference to Jonah and the whale, which can be interpreted as being in a dark and hopeless situation. The inability to sleep suggests that the singer is struggling with their own thoughts and emotions, possibly due to the company they keep. The phrase "crooked tales" can be interpreted as the singer's friends having their own struggles and imperfections, and possibly being good company because they are not perfect. The repetition of "that's the way I like it" emphasizes that the singer recognizes the value in the imperfections of their own life and those around them.
The final stanza adds to the idea of the unpredictable and potentially destructive nature of life by referencing ashes and bars. The repetition of "this is the way we move" brings the song full circle, emphasizing that the way we move through life is not just a physical action, but a way of being in the world. The lines about being in the belly of the whale and the beast, as well as the reference to the last supper, suggest that the singer may be struggling with their own mortality, and trying to find meaning in life through the connections they make with others.
Line by Line Meaning
There we are standing in the shooting stars
We find ourselves in extraordinary situations where we are surrounded by beauty, like shooting stars.
In our houses, in our cars
In our everyday lives, we are typically confined to our homes and vehicles.
You didn't know it, now you do
You were previously unaware of how we conduct our lives, now you have been enlightened.
This is the way we move, hey
This is our way of living, and we confidently own it.
In the belly of the whale
Sometimes we feel trapped in impossible situations, like being swallowed by a whale.
In my bedroom I can't sleep
At times, personal struggles can keep us awake at night.
And all my friends got crooked tales
My friends are a bit unconventional in their approach to life.
That's the way I like it
I am drawn towards people and situations that are not ordinary.
That's just what I need
It is essential for me to surround myself with people who challenge me.
And there we are standing in the shooting stars
Again, we find ourselves in awe-inspiring surroundings.
In the ashes, the bars
Our lives can involve challenging circumstances, like being in the aftermath of destruction or in difficult situations like prison.
This happens to be the way that we move
Our unique approach to life is ingrained in us and cannot be changed.
In the belly of the beast
We may also find ourselves in terrifying situations similar to being inside a monster.
At the last supper, honey
Even when we come together and share a meal, we live in a reality that is unconventional.
Make sure you get something, something to eat
In the midst of unconventional situations, we still need to focus on basic needs like food.
This is the way we move
Overall, this is the way we live our lives and we make no apologies for it.
Contributed by Joseph J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lizzylu4660
This album was the anthem to a 5,000 mile road trip I took with my three sons. Driving across middle America with this blasting and a gaggle of kids singing the lyrics will always be a highlight in my life!
@gayle8153
Now that sounds like a good old time to me!
@carlsargent6572
What it's all about! Oh the music and the memories.. 😁
@ericcrawford3405
That's awesome!
@TMCLIFTON100
Success couldn't be kinder to a better deserving band. Sean is one of the most engaging and wonderful people on this planet. I'm so happy to see their music being played and appreciated by so many people. You must see these guys live!!!
@ChristianTulsaPeru
Saw them dec 10 in OKC. I was blown away… I only knew a couple of songs… now im eager to know more.
@buddyolepal
"All my friends got crooked tails, that's the way I like it, that's the company I need"'.....love it!!
@Kimdotdunn
buddyolepal my favorite song lyric!! (the last part of the lyric is actually "....that's the company I keep") I love it... Brilliant!
@BORNdischarged
Thank you Leo Romero for introducing me to this great song, also your new part is fucking solid.
@ericbrown2829
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