Floating
Lo Lyrics


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I've got a sense of what I want and what I need
And all else that is in between
One foot in the door's not enough
But all I can give
Don't know where my other foot is

Save money
Buy a home
Be in a band
Or be alone
Don't drink
Eat well
Be with you
Or be in hell

I've got no sense of continuity
Where is my sense?
Can count all of my weaknesses
What are my strengths?

Can only love in the light
When its dark I miss out on you
You can ruin me with so little words
And build me up just as quick too

Save money
Buy a home
Be in a band
Or be alone
Don't drink
Eat well
Be with you
Or be in hell

I'm not anywhere (I'm not, I'm floating)
I'm not anywhere (I'm not, I'm floating)
I'm not anywhere (I'm not, I'm floating)
I'm not anywhere (I'm not, I'm floating)

Save money
Buy a home
Be in a band
Or be alone
Don't drink
Eat well
Be with you
Or be in hell

I'm not anywhere (I'm not, I'm floating)
I'm not anywhere (I'm not, I'm floating)
I'm not anywhere (I'm not, I'm floating)
I'm not anywhere (I'm not, I'm floating)

Don't drink
Eat well




Be with you
Or be in hell

Overall Meaning

The song "Floating" by Lo depicts the struggles of an individual who is lost and trying to find her way in life. The lyrics symbolize the confusion and indecisiveness that most people face when making life choices. The singer begins by stating her awareness of what she wants and needs but is still unsure about how to achieve her goals. She has one foot in the door and is willing to give all she can, but she is unclear about where her other foot is.


The chorus of the song highlights various options that the singer has for her life choices. She could save money and buy a home, form a band or choose to be alone. She could also prioritize her health by cutting back on drinking and eating well. The singer also recognizes that she could be with someone she loves or end up in a worse condition, as depicted by the line "be with you, or be in hell."


The second verse of the song shows the singer's lack of consistency in decision-making. She recognizes her weaknesses but is unsure of her strengths, leading to an inability to see a clear path for herself. She also acknowledges the difficulty she faces in loving others when it is dark, metaphorically depicting difficult times.


Overall, "Floating" is a song that explores the doubts and uncertainties that come with making life decisions. The lyrics emphasize the importance of self-awareness and the need for clarity when making choices. It's a song that speaks to anyone who has experienced the confusion of not knowing where life is taking them.


Line by Line Meaning

I've got a sense of what I want and what I need
I have an idea of what I want and what I require in life


And all else that is in between
Everything else in my life is in the middle and not clear


One foot in the door's not enough
I need to do more than just have one opportunity


But all I can give
Despite my desires, I can only offer so much


Don't know where my other foot is
I am uncertain where my other option or opportunity is


Save money
I need to save my money


Buy a home
Purchasing a place to live is a goal of mine


Be in a band
Being part of a musical group is a desire of mine


Or be alone
Alternatively, I could be by myself


Don't drink
I should not consume alcohol


Eat well
It is important for me to eat healthily


Be with you
I want to be with you


Or be in hell
Being in a terrible circumstance is another option


I've got no sense of continuity
I lack consistency in my life


Where is my sense?
I am searching for my direction and purpose


Can count all of my weaknesses
I am well aware of the aspects of myself that need improvement


What are my strengths?
I am unsure what my positive qualities may be


Can only love in the light
I am only comfortable expressing my affection when it is easy and comfortable


When its dark I miss out on you
In difficult times, I fail to appreciate and cherish our relationship


You can ruin me with so little words
Your words and actions have an enormous impact on me


And build me up just as quick too
Similarly, you have the capacity to bring me great joy and happiness


I'm not anywhere (I'm not, I'm floating)
I feel lost and aimless


Don't drink
I should not consume alcohol


Eat well
It is important for me to eat healthily


Be with you
I want to be with you


Or be in hell
Being in a terrible circumstance is another option


I'm not anywhere (I'm not, I'm floating)
I feel lost and aimless


Don't drink
I should not consume alcohol


Eat well
It is important for me to eat healthily


Be with you
I want to be with you


Or be in hell
Being in a terrible circumstance is another option




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Written by: Lauren O'Hara

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@erikasumando1002

beautiful song TT

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@heppolo

great song

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beauty!!!

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amazing

@gravey07

Not on itunes. Why. Why not?!

@thisislomusic

hey! If you search the EP title you’ll find it :)
‘Lo Plan For An Independent Future’

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