Teardrop
Liquid agents vs. Massive Attack (feat Carol C) Lyrics


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Love, love is a verb
Love is a doing word
Fearless on my breath
Gentle impulsion
Shakes me, makes me lighter
Fearless on my breath
Teardrop on the fire
Fearless on my breath

Night, night of matter
Black flowers blossom
Fearless on my breath
Black flowers blossom
Fearless on my breath
Teardrop on the fire
Fearless on my

Water is my eye
Most faithful mirror
Fearless on my breath
Teardrop on the fire
Of a confession
Fearless on my breath
Most faithful mirror
Fearless on my breath
Teardrop on the fire
Fearless on my breath





It's tumbling down (as in love falling apart)
It's tumbling down (as in love falling apart)

Overall Meaning

"Teardrop" by Massive Attack (feat. Carol C) is a haunting, poetic song that speaks mainly about the struggles of love. The opening lines "Love, love is a verb, Love is a doing word" tells us that love is not just an emotion, but it requires actions to be felt and experienced. This is further emphasized by "Fearless on my breath, Gentle impulsion, Shakes me, makes me lighter." Here, the singer is acknowledging that they are brave and ready for adventure, but at the same time, they are scared, and they need the stimulation that comes with a strong emotion.


When we go to the second verse, "Night, night of matter, Black flowers blossom," the mood changes. The singer is reflecting on the darker aspects of love, the reality that love is not all sunshine and rainbows. However, they are standing firm, with "Fearless on my breath, Black flowers blossom." The teardrop on the fire represents the pain and anguish that comes with love, but even then, the singer is resolute.


"Water is my eye, Most faithful mirror, Fearless on my breath" can be interpreted as introspection. The singer is looking inward, and they see their reflection as they are, with all their flaws and strengths. This self-realization is further emphasized by "Of a confession, Most faithful mirror." The teardrop is still present, but the singer is not defeated, and they are "fearless on my breath."


In summary, "Teardrop" is a song that talks about the complexities of love, how it is not always easy, but it is worth the effort. The singer is acknowledging that they are brave and scared at the same time, and they recognize that love requires action. They also understand that love can be painful, but even then, they are standing strong, with a fearless spirit.


Line by Line Meaning

Love, love is a verb
Love is not just a feeling, it requires action.


Love is a doing word
Love is not just passive, it requires active participation.


Fearless on my breath
I am unafraid and courageous in the face of challenges.


Gentle impulsion
A soft push or urge that motivates me.


Shakes me, makes me lighter
Even though it shakes me, in the end it makes me feel freer and lighter.


Teardrop on the fire
A tiny drop of sadness that only serves to fuel my determination to succeed.


Night, night of matter
This is a night in the material world, full of tangible things.


Black flowers blossom
Beauty still blossoms even in the darkest and toughest times.


Water is my eye
I am constantly reflecting and analyzing myself.


Most faithful mirror
I am my own most honest and reliable judge.


Of a confession
The teardrop represents a confession of vulnerability and a willingness to learn and grow.


It's tumbling down
Love is falling apart and crumbling.


It's tumbling down
Love is falling apart and crumbling.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELIZABETH FRASER, ROBERT DEL NAJA, GRANTLEY MARSHALL, ANDREW VOWLES

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