Maple Bee is Melanie Garside, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from the… Read Full Bio ↴Maple Bee is Melanie Garside, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from the UK. Combining elements of synth-pop, alt. rock, folk and classical music, Maple Bee's debut was the 2004 double album 'Chasing Eva'. Maple Bee is one of a number of projects Melanie is involved with; others include Vertigo Angels, Huski, Mediæval Bæbes and Queen Adreena (fronted by Melanie's sister, KatieJane Garside, formerly of Daisy Chainsaw).
Melanie adopted the nickname Maple Bee in 2003, when she formed her now disbanded band Vertigo Angels.

State of Waiting
Maple Bee Lyrics

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When you going to take time long enough
To take your next breath?
Over and over the words I know so well
To take your next breath

When you going to sit still long enough
To see who you are?
Over and over the words I know so well

To take your next breath, take your next breath, take your next breath

I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting
I said I don't want to drown
I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting
I said I don't want to drown

When you going to sit still long enough
To see who you are?
Over and over the words I know so well
To see who you arem see where you've been, see who you are

I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting
I said I don't want to drown
I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting
I said I don't want to drown

You know you're not
You know you're not
You know you're not
You know you're not alone
You know you're not
You know you're not
You know you're not
You know you're not alone

When you going to sit still long enough
To take your next breath?
Over and over the words I know so well
To take your next breath, take your next breath, take your next breath, take your next breath

I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting
I said I don't want to drown
I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting
I said I don't want to drown

I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting
I said I don't want to drown

I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting
I said I don't want to drown

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "State of Waiting" by Maple Bee portray an urging message for self-reflection and mindfulness. The repeated questions of "when are you going to take time long enough to take your next breath?" and "when are you going to sit still long enough to see who you are?" highlight the importance of pausing and reflecting on oneself amidst the chaos of everyday life. The phrase "the words I know so well" serve as a reminder of the importance of returning to this practice of self-reflection and taking one's next breath, in order to truly see who they are and where they have been.

Additionally, the repetition of the phrase "I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting, I said I don't want to drown" emphasizes the sense of urgency in taking control of one's life and avoiding a state of stagnant waiting. The final repetition of "you know you're not alone" serves as a hopeful reminder that with self-reflection and self-awareness, one can find a sense of connection and belonging even in the most trying times.

In summary, "State of Waiting" urges listeners to take time for self-reflection in order to truly understand oneself and avoid the feeling of being stuck in a state of limbo.

Line by Line Meaning

When you going to take time long enough To take your next breath?
When will you slow down and take a moment to catch your breath?

Over and over the words I know so well To take your next breath
Repeatedly reminding yourself to pause and take a breath so you don't get overwhelmed or lost in your thoughts

When you going to sit still long enough To see who you are?
When will you take the time to truly reflect and introspect to understand your own identity?

I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting I said I don't want to drown
The desire to not waste time waiting for something to happen and not wanting to feel like you're suffocating or being held back

To see who you are, see where you've been, see who you are
To understand your own journey and experiences to help shape your identity

You know you're not alone You know you're not alone
Reassuring oneself that even though there may be struggles and challenges, one is not alone in those experiences

When you going to sit still long enough To take your next breath?
Again asking when will you pause and take a moment to breathe?

I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting I said I don't want to drown
Reiterating the desire to not wait around and not wanting to feel like you're being held back or suffocated

I said I don't want to hang around in a state of waiting I said I don't want to drown
Once again emphasizing the desire to not waste time waiting for something to happen and not wanting to feel like you're drowning in your own thoughts or struggles

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