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Coming Up For Air
MisterWives Lyrics
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When I needed change, it's all the same
Woke up today and I'm feelin' all the weight
Of my yesterdays, pulsing in my brain
All alone in a hotel bed, could get drunk instead
Waving white or red
I run a bath and I'm slippin' down 'til I don't hear a sound
I've been under for so long, thank God that I'm still young
I'm finally coming up for air
I'm coming up for air
I'm finally coming up for air
(I'm finally coming up for air)
I'm coming up for air
I've been feeling stupid, thinking getting shot by Cupid could change me
It's amazing
Simple delusion, persistent illusion, driving me crazy
Who could blame me?
I've been under for so long, got water in my lungs
I've been under for so long, thank God that I'm still young
I'm finally coming up for air
I'm coming up for air
I'm finally coming up for air
(I'm finally coming up for air)
I'm coming up for air
Feels like forever since my body and mind felt right together
I've been under for so long, I've been under for so long
(Feels like forever since my body and mind felt right together)
I've been under for so long, got water in my lungs
(Feels like forever since my body and mind felt right together)
I'm finally coming up for air
I'm coming up for air
I'm finally coming up for air
(I'm finally coming up for air)
I'm coming up for air
I'm finally coming up for air
In "Coming Up for Air" by MisterWives, the lyrics tell a story of feeling trapped and overwhelmed, and finally finding relief and liberation. The opening line, "Brought a flood to the city that never rains," suggests that something unexpected and intense has shaken their world. They are seeking change, but despite their efforts, everything seems to remain the same. This feeling weighs heavily on the singer, as reflected in the line "Woke up today and I'm feeling all the weight of my yesterdays, pulsing in my brain."
Choosing to isolate themselves in a hotel room, the singer contemplates escaping their problems through drinking or other means. However, they decide to take a different path. The line "I run a bath and I'm slipping down 'til I don't hear a sound" signifies a moment of self-care and introspection. By submerging themselves in water, they symbolically let go of their troubles and responsibilities, hoping to find peace.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of being submerged and suffocated, metaphorically represented by having "water in my lungs" and being "under for so long." However, despite these struggles, the singer is grateful for their youth and resilience. They come to the realization that it's time to resurface and find a breath of fresh air.
Overall, "Coming Up for Air" explores the themes of feeling trapped, seeking change, and finding a way to break free from a suffocating existence. It encourages listeners to confront their challenges, take care of themselves, and find the strength to rise above their circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
Brought a flood to the city that never rains
I brought overwhelming emotions and chaos to a situation that is usually calm and stable.
When I needed change, it's all the same
Even though I wanted something different, everything remains unchanged and stagnant.
Woke up today and I'm feelin' all the weight
I started the day feeling burdened and heavy.
Of my yesterdays, pulsing in my brain
Memories from the past are constantly recurring and causing distress in my mind.
All alone in a hotel bed, could get drunk instead
Feeling lonely and isolated in a hotel room, I contemplate resorting to alcohol as a means of escape.
Waving white or red
Choosing between surrendering or fighting, unable to decide which path to take.
I run a bath and I'm slippin' down 'til I don't hear a sound
I submerge myself in a bath, gradually sinking until all the noise and distractions fade away.
I've been under for so long, got water in my lungs
I have been submerged in difficult circumstances for an extended period, leaving me breathless and overwhelmed.
Thank God that I'm still young
I express gratitude for being young and having the resilience to endure.
I've been feeling stupid, thinking getting shot by Cupid could change me
I have been foolish, believing that falling in love could transform me and my life.
It's amazing, simple delusion, persistent illusion, driving me crazy
It's astonishing how I continue to hold onto false beliefs and an unattainable fantasy, which slowly drives me insane.
Who could blame me?
Who could criticize or fault me for falling into such a trap?
Feels like forever since my body and mind felt right together
It has been an eternity since I felt a sense of harmony between my physical and mental state.
I've been under for so long, I've been under for so long
I have been dealing with overwhelming circumstances and emotions for an extensive period.
I'm finally coming up for air
Finally, I am emerging from the depths and finding some relief.
I'm coming up for air
I am resurfacing, seeking clarity and a fresh breath of life.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jason Alexander Suwito, Landon Jacob Maslyn, Mandy Lee
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