Skin & Bones
LoveLikeFire Lyrics


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Block out the noise
It's the sound of your jaw shut, like a mousetrap
Scratch out the sentences you write
They will fade into obscurity

If you can't wait, it'll happen without you
If you want, it can happen again
It's not happiness we're after
With some time, we'll make it last
When you hit the floor, who's listening, anyway?
Skin and bones

Wear out your welcome like a fool has sequined skin so empty
Hold vacant parties that'll process through the memory and repeat

If you can't wait, it'll happen without you
If you want, it can happen again
It's not happiness we're after
With some time, we'll make it last
When you hit the floor, who's listening, anyway?
On the day you die,
Just a souvenir on your bedside
Skin and bones

Swim through an ocean in the air.
There is no escape what is happening
Pull from your body brittle bones
It's the symptom of possibility

If you can't wait, it'll happen without you
If you want, it can happen again
It's not happiness we're after
With some time, we'll make it last
When you hit the floor, who's listening, anyway?
On the day you die




Just a souvenir on your bedside
Skin and bones

Overall Meaning

LoveLikeFire's song Skin & Bones is a contemplative piece that explores the fleeting nature of life and the quest for meaningful experiences. The opening line of the song, "Block out the noise, it's the sound of your jaw shut, like a mousetrap", is a metaphor for the overwhelming chaos of life and the need to stay focused by shutting out distractions. The lyrics go on to suggest that words and actions are ephemeral and will eventually fade into obscurity, urging listeners to make the most out of life while they can. The repeated phrase "skin and bones" is a reminder of the transience of human existence and how ultimately, all that's left of us when we pass is our physical remains.


The song seems to lament the idea of people going through life mindlessly and engaging in empty activities that hold no long-lasting value, such as holding "vacant parties" that don't have any real impact. Instead, the lyrics suggest that true happiness comes from creating meaningful memories that stand the test of time. The line "swim through an ocean in the air" is an abstract representation of the endless possibilities that life offers and how important it is to embrace those experiences rather than letting them pass by.


Overall, Skin & Bones encourages listeners to live in the present, make the most of life, and seek out experiences that will make a lasting impact.


Line by Line Meaning

Block out the noise
Ignore the distractions and focus on the important things


It's the sound of your jaw shut, like a mousetrap
Be quiet and listen, don't let your fears and doubts control you


Scratch out the sentences you write
Don't hold onto the past, be willing to let go and move on


They will fade into obscurity
Memories will eventually fade away, so live in the present


If you can't wait, it'll happen without you
Be patient and let life unfold naturally, don't rush into things


If you want, it can happen again
You have the power to make things happen, but it takes effort


It's not happiness we're after
Material possessions and temporary pleasures don't bring true happiness


With some time, we'll make it last
Invest time and effort in the things that matter, and they will last


When you hit the floor, who's listening, anyway?
Don't worry about what others think of you, focus on your own journey


Skin and bones
We are all the same underneath, we all have vulnerabilities and flaws


Wear out your welcome like a fool has sequined skin so empty
Don't overstay your welcome or try to impress others with superficial things


Hold vacant parties that'll process through the memory and repeat
Don't waste time on meaningless activities or events that won't be remembered


On the day you die, just a souvenir on your bedside
Material possessions won't matter in the end, so focus on what truly matters


Swim through an ocean in the air.
Embrace the possibilities and take risks, even if they seem impossible


There is no escape what is happening
Accept the events and circumstances in your life, there's no way to avoid them


Pull from your body brittle bones
Cherish your physical body and take care of it, as it's fragile


It's the symptom of possibility
Your body's limitations represent the possibility for growth and change




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