Roses
Meg &Dia Lyrics
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Turn around fake indifference and I.
Watch their cold, dark silhouettes disappear.
A hundred bodies fill this room.
And all their faces overdone.
Pain is foreign, foreign to us.
I don't even know you.
Was it something I did wrong?
Roses, roses cold.
Roses, roses sold out.
Turn around reds and whites again.
I'd sell my kicks for one more low tar.
Fevers hand in hand with shoelace bracelets.
Why are some girls so naive?
He didn't unbutton your blouse to see.
A better view of your heart.
Oh yeah, can't blame you for trying.
I don't even know you.
You won't even know I'm gone.
Was it something I did wrong?
Roses, roses cold.
Roses, roses sold out.
Sing it soft.
Make it slow.
Apples parachute
the boys back down.
Fill it up.
Overflow.
A new, improved modern way to feel.
I don't even know you.
You won't even know I'm gone.
Was it something I did wrong?
The lyrics to Meg & Dia's song "Roses" are reflective of the emptiness and lack of real human connection that can exist in modern society. The lyrics describe a crowded room full of people, but despite the number of bodies present, the singer feels isolated and disconnected. The use of the imagery of "cold, dark silhouettes" and "faces overdone" suggest that the people in the room are superficial and fake, creating an atmosphere of alienation and emotional distance.
The second verse of the song takes a more specific focus on the experiences of young women, with lines such as "Why are some girls so naive?" and "He didn't unbutton your blouse to see / A better view of your heart." These lines suggest a sense of exploitation and objectification of young women, with their bodies being used for the pleasure of others while their emotions and inner lives are disregarded.
The recurring refrain of "Roses, roses cold / Roses, roses sold out" further emphasizes the theme of superficiality and a lack of genuine emotion or connection. The use of the word "sold out" suggests that even the most personal, intimate experiences have become commodified and commercialized in modern society.
Overall, the lyrics of "Roses" are a commentary on the ways in which contemporary society can foster a sense of disconnection and lack of true human connection, particularly for young people.
Line by Line Meaning
Turn around there's those eyes again.
Noticing someone staring at you from behind.
Turn around fake indifference and I.
Trying to act like you don't care even though you do.
Watch their cold, dark silhouettes disappear.
Seeing their figures fade into the background.
A hundred bodies fill this room.
The crowded atmosphere of a gathering.
And all their faces overdone.
Everyone's trying too hard to impress.
Pain is foreign, foreign to us.
Not being used to experiencing pain.
I don't even know you.
Not having a connection with the person in question.
You won't even know I'm gone.
Leaving without the other person noticing or caring.
Was it something I did wrong?
Questioning what caused the lack of connection or interest.
Roses, roses cold.
The beauty of roses being juxtaposed with their coldness or artificiality.
Roses, roses sold out.
Commonness of roses despite their beauty and the commercialization of love.
Turn around reds and whites again.
Seeing the colors of flowers or people's clothing around you.
I'd sell my kicks for one more low tar.
Being willing to give up something valuable for a temporary fix.
Fevers hand in hand with shoelace bracelets.
Associating sickness or addiction with a certain fashion trend or accessory.
Why are some girls so naive?
Questioning why some people fall for certain behaviors or tricks.
He didn't unbutton your blouse to see.
Realizing someone's intentions were not pure or loving.
A better view of your heart.
Knowing that someone's interest was not genuine.
Oh yeah, can't blame you for trying.
Recognizing someone's efforts, even if they were not successful.
Sing it soft.
Saying something gently or quietly.
Make it slow.
Doing something at a relaxed pace.
Apples parachute the boys back down.
Seeing a moment of childhood innocence or carelessness.
Fill it up.
Trying to fill a void or emptiness.
Overflow.
Going beyond what is necessary or expected.
A new, improved modern way to feel.
Expressing a desire for something fresh or different in life.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MEG FRAMPTON, DIA FRAMPTON
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Lyrics
Turn around, there's those eyes again
Turn around, fake indifference and I
Watch the cold, dark silhouettes disappear
A hundred bodies fill this room
And all their faces overdone
Pain is foreign, foreign to us
I don't even know you
You won't even know I'm gone
Was it something I did wrong?
Roses, roses cold
Roses, roses sold out
Turn around, reds and whites again
I'd sell my kicks for one more low tar
Fevers hand-in-hand with shoelace bracelets
Why are some girls so naive?
He didn't unbutton your blouse to see
A better view of your heart, oh yeah, can't blame you for trying
I don't even know you
You won't even know I'm gone
Was it something I did wrong?
Roses, roses cold
Roses, roses sold out
Roses, roses cold
Roses, roses sold out
Sing it soft
Make it slow
Apples parachute the boys back down
Fill it up
Overflow
A new improved modern way to feel
I don't even know you
You won't even know I'm gone
I don't even know you
You won't even know I'm gone
Was it something I did wrong?
@Jacob185
They were a criminally underrated band. I met Meg and Dia both at the Warped Tour in Atlanta in, I think, 2006. They were selling their CDs and giving out Doghouse Records samplers. Later that day, I also met their then guitarist Kenji. A great group of people.
@MrJeremytpage
I also met them in warped tour when I was a security guard.
@lettucewraps673
I just get really upset because Meg and Dia are amazing and they don't get enough recognition
@hoesmad8035
True
@manliosirica7211
sad reality
@ThemcpeMaster53
Well they are back
@brunoaugustocorreaandrade7969
yeah, they're one of my favorite bands of all, all of their music are incredible
@thesaxon5847
(In my opinion obviously) I think they could or would be more deserving of more recognition if their comeback wasn't such sanitised and typical pop or triple J worthy alt-pop. What was good about them was their version of emo-pop/pop-rock, which was dissolved as their albums went along until their current stuff which could have been performed by anyone. Get rid of the synths, electronic drums and get back to the guitar centric music of the early days I say!
@uknowmeboaa22
I love this song, it's so awesome. I'm glad it's part of TMNT soundtrack. Meg & Dia definitely deserve more credit, they are such a dynamic duo!!!!.
@cajadiri
the nostalgia is so real holy shit