Footsteps
Modern Nature Lyrics
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Find a corner where I can hide
Silent footsteps crowding me
Sudden darkness but I can see
No sugar tonight in my coffee
No sugar tonight in my tea
No sugar to stand beside me
In the silence of her mind
Quiet movements where I can find
Grabbing for me with her eyes
Now I'm falling from her skies
No sugar tonight in my coffee
No sugar tonight in my tea
No sugar to stand beside me
No sugar to run with me
Jocko says yes, and I believe him
When we talk about the things I say
She hasn't got the faith or the guts to leave him
When they're standing in each other's way
You're tripping back now to places you've been to
You wonder what you're gonna find
You know you've been wrong but it won't be long
Before you...
The lyrics of Modern Nature's song Footsteps describe the feeling of loneliness and the need to hide away from the world, accompanied by the sound of silent footsteps that only exacerbate this feeling. The singer describes the absence of sugar in their coffee, tea and life - a metaphor for the lack of sweetness, comfort, and affection in their life. The singer feels trapped by their surroundings and the people in their life, unable to break free and find happiness. They describe a woman they are drawn to, who is silently but intently watching them, causing them to fall even deeper into their feeling of despair.
The mention of Jocko in the lyrics seems to be a reference to an authority figure or friend whose advice the singer trusts. The lyrics suggest that the woman the singer is attracted to is in a relationship with someone else, and despite knowing that it's wrong, they still can't help feeling drawn to her. The last line of the lyrics suggests that the singer is on a journey of self-discovery, revisiting old memories and trying to make sense of their life, hoping to find a way out of their current situation.
Overall, the lyrics of Footsteps convey a sense of emptiness, loneliness, and longing for something more. The imagery of silent footsteps and absence of sugar creates a feeling of unease and discomfort in the listener, highlighting the singer's emotional state. The lyrics suggest that the singer is stuck in their life, unable to find a way out, and the woman they are attracted to only serves to deepen their feelings of despair.
Line by Line Meaning
Lonely feeling deep inside
The singer feels a sense of loneliness and sadness.
Find a corner where I can hide
He wants to be alone and hide from the world.
Silent footsteps crowding me
Even though there is no noise, he feels like he is being surrounded by people.
Sudden darkness but I can see
Even though it is dark, he can still see and navigate his surroundings.
No sugar tonight in my coffee
The singer is experiencing a lack of sweetness and happiness in his life.
No sugar tonight in my tea
He can't find any joy or comfort in his life.
No sugar to stand beside me
There is no one there to support him or be there for him.
No sugar to run with me
He is on his own and has no one to share his journey with.
In the silence of her mind
The woman he's thinking of is likely troubled in her own mind and quiet.
Quiet movements where I can find
Her actions are subtle and discreet, but he can still detect them.
Grabbing for me with her eyes
She is trying to connect with him or have him understand something through eye contact.
Now I'm falling from her skies
He is falling out of place or losing touch with her after feeling like he was close.
Jocko says yes, and I believe him
He is taking advice from someone named Jocko.
When we talk about the things I say
They are discussing topics that the singer has brought up.
She hasn't got the faith or the guts to leave him
The woman is likely trapped in an unhappy situation with someone else and doesn't have the courage to leave.
When they're standing in each other's way
Her current partner is an obstacle in their relationship.
You're tripping back now to places you've been to
He is reminiscing on his past and revisiting old memories.
You wonder what you're gonna find
He is unsure of what he will discover about himself or others.
You know you've been wrong but it won't be long
He acknowledges that he has made mistakes, but insists it won’t be long until he makes things right.
Before you...
The song ends on this open note, inviting the listener's interpretation of what comes next.
Writer(s): Jack Cooper
Contributed by Bella M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jdgonzo1982
Just found this band...can’t stop listening to this album. So happy... x
@marywealth6475
In my teens, I submitted a poem to my school's annual literary magazine. I called it "Modern Nature". For some reason, my teacher wanted me to pick a 'better' title. I refused.
@standardofexcellence
She didn't want to understand what she had been teaching or her ambitions in her vocation were overtaken from the idiocy of humanity from future youth as it directly influences who she teaches
@fotomor9740
I would like to constantly live in that free world of searching, creating and finding beauty with painful experiences
@telguaposcastles8410
Beautiful music here, love the saxophone involved too, adds a bit more to it, can't wait to get the album. 💙
@josercoha4389
A nostalgic cello base sets the mood for the following petards.
@williamperkins2578
can't lie, i laughed pretty hard when that sax hit during my first listen
@pirataneptuniano
saw them in Nottingham not long ago. It was lovely <3
@akoppen
Bella Union did it again. Great band!
@kutaydundar9083
Amazing 10/10 from Turkey 🇹🇷