Fire Escape
Matthew Mayfield feat. John Paul White Lyrics
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Can you feel my kisses on your hands?
You're almost here, you catch your breath,
A ghost is whisperin' in your head:
''No, you're not home''
I'm on a fire escape
Where you said to wait
Oh, I heard the cold winds say:
"You're a fool to stay"
But I did, yes I did
No, you're not my home
No matter how my heart tries,
I'm not too blind to realize
When I'm free from the grip of this life,
You won't be there by my side
''No, you're not home''
I'm on a fire escape
Where you said to wait
And I did, yes I did
No, I heard the cold winds say:
"You're a fool to stay"
But I did, yes I did
Oh, you're not my home
Oh, you're not my home
You're not my home
I'm on a fire escape
Where you said to wait
And I did, yes I did
No, I heard the cold winds say:
"You're a fool to stay"
But I did, yes I did
Oh, you're not my home
And every word I wanted to say
Got replaced with the wedding ring
The lyrics to Matthew Mayfield's song "Fire Escape" describe a scene that takes place on a fire escape where the singer is waiting for someone they care about to arrive. The lyrics suggest that this person is not someone they feel at home with or have a future with. The singer is aware that this person may not always be in their life, and they will not be a constant presence in their life. The line, "No, you're not my home" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the idea that this person is not a permanent fixture in their life.
The lyrics also suggest that the singer has had feelings for this person for some time, and they are waiting on this fire escape for them. The fact that the singer is on a fire escape may symbolize their desire to escape the situation or relationship they are currently in. The lyrics suggest that the singer is aware of the reality of their situation, and they accept it for what it is.
Overall, "Fire Escape" is a heartfelt and melancholic song about waiting for someone who is not your home. It portrays the struggle of being stuck in a situation you can't get out of, waiting for something that may never come.
Line by Line Meaning
I see you bite your bottom lip
I notice you're nervous or anxious about our meeting
Can you feel my kisses on your hands?
I want you to know I care deeply for you and I'm excited to see you
You're almost here, you catch your breath,
You're almost arrived and taking a moment to compose yourself
A ghost is whisperin' in your head: 'No, you're not home'
You may have doubts about our relationship or whether you feel at home with me
I'm on a fire escape Where you said to wait And I did, yes I did
I'm waiting for you where we agreed to meet, even though it might not be the best place
Oh, I heard the cold winds say: 'You're a fool to stay' But I did, yes I did
Despite warnings from the world around us, I'm still persisting in waiting for you
No, you're not my home
I'm realizing that you may not be the right person for me, even if I care for you deeply
No matter how my heart tries, I'm not too blind to realize
Even though I have strong feelings for you, I can still see when things aren't working out
When I'm free from the grip of this life, You won't be there by my side 'No, you're not home'
I'm coming to terms with the fact that we may not have a future together, even though it's hard to accept
And every word I wanted to say Got replaced with the wedding ring
I wanted to say so much to you, but now all I can think about is the painful realization that we may not be meant to be
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JOHN PAUL WHITE, MATTHEW MAYFIELD
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This is so perfect omg ;~; JPW 3
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His best song