The Sea
Mae and The Midnight Fairground Lyrics
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My head as heavy as the King James Bible
From Toledo to the cliffs of Dover
I've felt strung out, broke and sober
Clicking like a card in a spinning wheel
I've felt every way that I can feel
They threw our hearts to the heavens now we're waiting to see where we land
Just throw me to the stars and the deep blue sea
Spin me to my knees, and dance me some place that you'd rather be
Pull me by my sleeve and show me the way you want me to move
Spin to my knees, and dance me.
Everything I have is yours now
And I know it's not much
And I gave it all away so freely, feeling rich comes easy
So wire all my muscles to the piano strings
I wanna hear this house shake with every word that you sing
Cos I've got a gold belly and an alligator on my tongue
You see me jumping kick drum
The lyrics to Mae and The Midnight Fairground's song "The Sea" speak to a sense of exhaustion and weariness, both physically and emotionally. The opening lines suggest a lack of sleep and a heavy burden on the mind, comparing it to the weight of the King James Bible. The singer describes feeling strung out and sober, implying a state of vulnerability and perhaps a longing for escape.
The following lines evoke a sense of being caught in a cycle, using imagery of a card in a spinning wheel. The singer expresses having experienced a wide range of emotions, suggesting a tumultuous journey. The mention of hearts being thrown to the heavens and waiting to see where they land implies a sense of uncertainty and anticipation.
The chorus brings forth a desire for release and liberation. The singer asks to be thrown to the stars and the deep blue sea, indicating a longing for freedom and adventure. The line "dance me some place that you'd rather be" points to a desire for connection and a shared experience with someone special. The imagery of being pulled by the sleeve and shown the way to move suggests a willingness to be led and guided.
The second verse introduces a theme of giving and sacrifice. The singer acknowledges that they don't have much to offer but have given it all away freely, emphasizing the ease with which they find fulfillment in being generous. The line "feeling rich comes easy" suggests that true wealth lies not in material possessions but in the act of giving.
The final lines of the song bring forth a passionate and visceral desire to hear and feel music. The mention of wiring muscles to piano strings signifies a deep connection to music, a desire to be moved by it. The image of a house shaking with every word that is sung suggests a desire for an intense, transformative experience. The mention of a "gold belly" and an "alligator on my tongue" adds a touch of whimsy and eccentricity, perhaps implying a love for the unconventional and a desire to express oneself boldly.
Overall, "The Sea" explores themes of exhaustion, longing for escape, vulnerability, connection, and the power of music.
Line by Line Meaning
You know I haven't slept in a while
I have been unable to sleep for a long time due to various reasons.
My head as heavy as the King James Bible
I feel burdened and weighed down mentally, similar to how a heavy book can make one feel.
From Toledo to the cliffs of Dover
I have experienced exhaustion and distress across different places.
I've felt strung out, broke and sober
I have felt emotionally drained, financially unstable, and completely sober.
Clicking like a card in a spinning wheel
I have experienced various emotions and states of being, constantly changing and shifting like a card in a spinning wheel.
I've felt every way that I can feel
I have experienced a wide range of emotions and sensations.
They threw our hearts to the heavens now we're waiting to see where we land
Our hearts were exposed to uncertain circumstances and now we are eagerly waiting to see what the outcome will be.
So come on honey take my hand now
Let's embrace each other and face these challenges together.
Just throw me to the stars and the deep blue sea
Take me on an adventurous journey, letting me experience the vastness of the universe and the depth of the ocean.
Spin me to my knees, and dance me some place that you'd rather be
Take me on a whirlwind of emotions and guide me to a place where you find happiness.
Pull me by my sleeve and show me the way you want me to move
Guide and direct me in the path you desire, pulling me along with your intentions.
Spin to my knees, and dance me
Engage me in a dance that is full of twists and turns, making me feel alive.
Everything I have is yours now
I am willing to give you everything that I possess.
And I know it's not much
I am aware that what I have may not be significant or valuable.
And I gave it all away so freely, feeling rich comes easy
I willingly gave away my possessions without hesitation, finding that feeling rich is not solely dependent on material wealth.
So wire all my muscles to the piano strings
Connect my entire being, both physically and emotionally, to the piano strings.
I wanna hear this house shake with every word that you sing
I desire to feel the impact and intensity of your every word, resonating throughout this place.
Cos I've got a gold belly and an alligator on my tongue
I feel a sense of extravagance and confidence within me, ready to express myself boldly.
You see me jumping kick drum
You witness my energetic and rhythmic movements, akin to the beating of a kick drum.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Christopher Turpin, Stephanie Jean Ward
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