Libertine
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this perfect sun, wow
does not blend my thoughts
about going there, now
i need to see you there
million miles to go, time
can take you and i anywhere

this libertine, mine

we break every rule ever made
i want you, for life
you love me no doubt

we came to aim, high
our dreams caught in sight

Overall Meaning

In "Libertine," the singer appears to be enamored with another person, urging that person to come with them to a perfect sun. The sun serves as a metaphor for happiness, and the singer believes that being with the person they love will bring that happiness to them. Despite the distance that separates them, the singer believes that time will eventually allow them to be together. The second stanza speaks to the idea that the two of them are mischievous, breaking all the rules and making their own path in life. The singer is confident in their relationship, believing that the other person loves them and will continue to love them for life. Together, they aim high and have their sights set on achieving their dreams.

Line by Line Meaning

this perfect sun, wow
The sight of the beautiful shining sun is remarkable.

does not blend my thoughts
The sun's beauty does not distract me from my thoughts.

about going there, now
I am thinking about going to a certain place immediately.

i need to see you there
It is important for me to see you in that place.

million miles to go, time
Despite the distance and time that separates us, we can still make it work.

can take you and i anywhere
We have the power to go anywhere with time on our side.

this libertine, mine
I have this carefree and rebellious attitude that is mine.

we break every rule ever made
Together, we defy every societal norm and standard.

i want you, for life
I want to spend my entire life with you, always and forever.

you love me no doubt
Without a doubt, you love me unconditionally.

we came to aim, high
We have high aspirations and goals for ourselves and our relationship.