Magnetic
M.I.D.O.R. Lyrics
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Action jump-cutting your head
And you'd sooner dream it than live
Right here and face it instead
Well you've paced to your family and friends
I cannot make amends
As I sat in your car and
Tried to take you into staying
It's not cinematic enough
To rescue juning bugs
From the pool where you swam as a kid
Now I understand there is nothing wrong
With crossing the Rubicon
But you might wanna know who
You're going to be from this step on
Well the tiger boys and the tiger girls
Confident, amazed
Take you into their folk, there you go
With every butane move every action packed
Every glance epiphany just don't look back
In M.I.D.O.R.'s song "Magnetic," the lyrics depict a vibrant scene in Tokyo. The singer describes it as a fast-paced street where actions and moments are cut quickly, almost like a movie. The verses suggest that in this exciting and dynamic environment, it's easier to dream about things rather than actually face them. The singer mentions their attempts to convince the listener to stay, pleading for a chance to make amends and longing for a deeper connection.
The chorus introduces the idea that the Tokyo life may not be as glamorous or cinematic as it seems. The line "rescue juning bugs from the pool where you swam as a kid" suggests that the listener may be yearning for something nostalgic or simpler. The lyrics hint at the importance of self-discovery and understanding while crossing boundaries (crossing the Rubicon), encouraging the listener to be aware of their journey and the person they will become.
In the bridge, the singer refers to the confident and mesmerizing "tiger boys and tiger girls" who embrace the listener into their community ("folk"). The repetition of action, movement, and glances highlights a sense of exhilaration and a desire to move forward, but also warns against dwelling in the past.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a Tokyo street seatfast
The fast-paced and vibrant atmosphere of Tokyo's streets
Action jump-cutting your head
Engaging in quick, unpredictable actions that leave you disoriented
And you'd sooner dream it than live
Preferring to imagine and fantasize about experiences rather than actually living them
Right here and face it instead
Confronting reality and embracing the present moment
Well you've paced to your family and friends
You have sought support and validation from your loved ones
I cannot make amends
I cannot fix or repair the mistakes I've made in the past
As I sat in your car and
Reflecting on a particular moment when I was with you in your car
Tried to take you into staying
Attempting to convince you to stay with me
It's not cinematic enough
The reality or situation lacks the dramatic qualities and excitement of a movie
To rescue juning bugs
To save insignificant or negligible things
From the pool where you swam as a kid
From nostalgic memories and experiences of your childhood
Now I understand there is nothing wrong
Realizing that there is no problem or fault
With crossing the Rubicon
With taking a decisive and irreversible step forward
But you might wanna know who
However, it is important for you to discover and understand your true self
You're going to be from this step on
The person you will become starting from this moment
Well the tiger boys and the tiger girls
Confident and adventurous individuals
Confident, amazed
Feeling self-assured and amazed by life
Take you into their folk, there you go
Embracing their culture and community, immersing yourself in their ways
With every butane move every action packed
With every bold and intense move, every thrilling action
Every glance epiphany just don't look back
Every meaningful and illuminating moment, but don't dwell on the past
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