In the Air
Maala Lyrics
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How it started
held my hand and I held yours
It was colder and the night hurt
We were younger than we thought
Why'd you only give yourself a chance
Why'd you keep going with nothing left?
Keep it slow
What I need is to find what makes the thrill of it
Hold the hope there's something left
I don't know
If what I need in the farm is over there,
it's in the air, it's in the air,
I remember
In the laughter, in the silence
And the words I could have spoke
In the moment, at a standstill
And the thoughts we held in hope
Why'd you only give ourself a chance?
Why'd you keep going with nothing left?
All fired up in the heat of it
Where they're not that far ahead
Why'd you only give ourself a chance?
Why'd you keep going with nothing left?
All fired up in the heat of it
Where they're not that far ahead
Keep it slow
What I need is to find what makes the thrill of it
Hold the hope there's something left
I don't know
If what I need in the farm is over there,
it's in the air, it's in the air,
I remember
We were guarded, broken hearted, bound by hope
We had started, could've lost it on our own
Keep it slow
What I need is to find what makes the thrill of it
Hold the hope there's something left
I don't know
If what I need in the farm is over there,
it's in the air, it's in the air, it's in the air
Keep it slow
What I need is to find what makes the thrill of it
Hold the hope there's something left
I don't know
If what I need in the farm is over there,
it's in the air, it's in the air
Maala's song "In The Air" is a reflection on the past and what could have been. The lyrics begin with a memory of holding hands with someone when they were younger, but things did not work out. The singer is questioning why the other person did not give themselves a chance in the relationship and chose to continue when there was nothing left. Despite the pain and uncertainty, there is a sense of longing for the excitement and hope that comes with new love.
The chorus "Keep it slow, what I need is to find what makes the thrill of it" suggests that the singer needs to take things slowly and find what makes them truly happy. There is a hope that something good is still out there, but it's not clear what that may be. The line "If what I need in the farm is over there, it's in the air, it's in the air" implies that sometimes the answer is not right in front of us, but it's out there to be found.
The verses of the song describe missed opportunities and regrets. The singer thinks back on times they could have spoken up and moments where there was a chance to start something new. The last verse talks about being guarded and brokenhearted while still having hope in a relationship. Despite any pain or hardship, the singer believes that they could have lost everything on their own and that hope is what keeps them going.
Overall, "In The Air" is a reflective and introspective song that deals with the complexities of past relationships and the uncertainty of the future.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember
The singer is reminiscing about a past experience.
How it started
Reflecting on the beginning of the past experience.
held my hand and I held yours
Recalling a moment of physical connection with someone else.
It was colder and the night hurt
Describing the uncomfortable physical conditions of the memory.
We were younger than we thought
Realizing that the experience happened when the artist was younger than they initially remembered.
Why'd you only give yourself a chance
Questioning why someone didn't take more risks or opportunities.
Why'd you keep going with nothing left?
Asking why someone persisted, despite having nothing left to give.
All fired up in the heat of it
Describing the passionate and intense nature of the experience.
Keep it slow
Encouraging someone to take their time and not rush through things.
What I need is to find what makes the thrill of it
Expressing a desire to understand what makes something exciting or exhilarating.
Hold the hope there's something left
Focusing on the possibility that there is still something worth pursuing or holding onto.
I don't know
Admitting uncertainty or lack of knowledge.
If what I need in the farm is over there,
Contemplating whether the singer's desired outcome is attainable.
it's in the air, it's in the air,
Suggesting that the answer or solution may be elusive or intangible.
In the laughter, in the silence
Recognizing that meaningful experiences can occur in both moments of joy and moments of quiet contemplation.
And the words I could have spoke
Regretting missed opportunities to express oneself.
In the moment, at a standstill
Reflecting on moments when time seemed to pause or slow down.
And the thoughts we held in hope
Remembering hopeful thoughts or beliefs that were held during the experience.
We were guarded, broken hearted, bound by hope
Describing the emotional state of the singer and others involved in the experience.
We had started, could've lost it on our own
Acknowledging that the experience was something that the individuals involved started together, but it could have been lost without the help or support of others.
Contributed by Andrew B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ian Barnard
Such a great tune. Constantly on repeat!
King
I will never forget your songs 💗 💗
Aditya Maharaj
Dude!! This song.. very awesome. I've been singing/humming it all week.
Glad to hear more amazing tracks coming out of NZ. Keep them rolling. Look forward the album and to catching you in the scene.
sk ali
What do you mean by NZ , New Zealand
Sean Mulhall
LOVE LOVE your voice!!
NZ On Air Music
Awesome track. You are killing it Maala
Morganville94
Honestly you deserved so much more recognition! Your songs are masterpieces!
Meggzlife
The more u keep doing ur thang..the more people are gonna find u and be introduced to your music...so keep it up.
Tania Macdonald
Loving your sounds Maala
Darshan Ray
Love this song