Somehow
Merriment Lyrics
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Or hide me quick before my tears are seen?
And I would tell you but I don't think
You'll wanna hear these words I'm 'bout to sing
Oh
Unfold those arms, babe, rest that stare
Oh, my love is already there
Oh, one day, somehow
I'll take a vow
You'll calm me down
Won't let me drown.
I'm waiting for that time with you
So watch me waiting in the dark deep
And staring silently at my feet
I love you more than what I think
A thousand times the weight I bear, unseen
Unfold those arms, babe, rest that stare
Oh, my love is already there
Oh, one day, somehow
I'll take a vow.
You'll calm me down
Won't let me drown
I'm waiting for that time with you
Take a long look
And I'll know if
You would change your mind
Oh
And I wouldn't be so inclined to change mine
Oh, one day, somehow
I'll take a vow.
You'll calm me down
Won't let me drown
I'm waiting for that time with you
The lyrics of Merriment's song "Somehow" convey a sense of yearning and longing for a deeper connection with someone, with the singer hoping for a time when they can be truly vulnerable with their loved one. The opening lines express a desire for understanding and support, as the singer asks for assistance in navigating their emotions ("Could someone tell me when the light is green? Or hide me quick before my tears are seen?"). The hesitation to share their feelings is also highlighted in the next line, as the singer acknowledges that their words may not be welcome ("And I would tell you but I don't think You'll wanna hear these words I'm 'bout to sing").
However, the chorus suggests an underlying hope and faith in the potential for a deeper connection ("Oh, one day, somehow I'll take a vow / You'll calm me down, won't let me drown / I'm waiting for that time with you"). The repetition of "somehow" implies a belief in fate or destiny, as if the singer trusts that they will eventually find the right time and place to share their feelings. The second verse continues to emphasize the intensity of the singer's emotions ("I love you more than what I think / A thousand times the weight I bear, unseen"), while the bridge introduces a note of uncertainty and fear of rejection ("Take a long look / And I'll know if / You would change your mind / Oh / And I wouldn't be so inclined to change mine").
Overall, "Somehow" is a song that explores the complexities of emotional vulnerability and the potential risks and rewards of choosing to trust and open up to another person. The lyrics are poetic and evocative, using imagery and repetition to convey the depth of the singer's emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Could someone tell me when the light is green?
I need someone to guide me or give me a sign that things are okay to move forward.
Or hide me quick before my tears are seen?
I want to conceal my emotions from others.
And I would tell you but I don't think
I want to express myself, but I fear judgment or rejection.
You'll wanna hear these words I'm 'bout to sing
I don't believe anyone would want to listen to what I have to say.
Oh
A general expression of emotion or emphasis.
Unfold those arms, babe, rest that stare
Relax your guard and let me in.
Oh, my love is already there
I already have feelings for you, even if you don't see them.
Oh, one day, somehow
Someday in the future, in some way.
I'll take a vow
I'll make a promise or commitment.
You'll calm me down
You'll reassure me and make me feel at ease.
Won't let me drown.
You'll help me stay afloat and overcome difficulties.
I'm waiting for that time with you
I'm looking forward to being with you and experiencing these things.
So watch me waiting in the dark deep
See me sitting and waiting in a lonely, uncertain place.
And staring silently at my feet
Lost in thought and feeling powerless or unworthy.
I love you more than what I think
My feelings for you are stronger than I thought.
A thousand times the weight I bear, unseen
The burden of my emotions is heavy and hidden from others.
Take a long look
Take a careful and thoughtful look at me and my situation.
And I'll know if
And I'll be able to sense or detect if.
You would change your mind
You might reconsider or change your opinion.
And I wouldn't be so inclined to change mine
If you changed your mind, I wouldn't be as likely to change mine.
Oh, one day, somehow
Repeating the sentiment from earlier that things will change for the better eventually.
I'll take a vow.
Still committed to making a promise or gesture of commitment.
You'll calm me down
Repeating the desire for comfort and reassurance.
Won't let me drown
Repeating the desire for help through difficult times.
I'm waiting for that time with you
Repeating the desire for a better future with the person they love.
Contributed by Eliana A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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