First Love
Mother Cell Lyrics
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You were 27
Career academic
I thought that was really sexy
You called me over
I was kind of shy
You 40 followers
I thought that was hot
Making out, fuck, cold feet cold feet
Didn't want it to end
Neither did you
But the premonition came
Not one but two
Back to back, it fucked me in the head
I couldn't rever
My friends were dead
I saw myself out, tears in my eyes
What I couldn't say, too much on my mind
I never said I loved you
But I always did, and I always will
I just couldn't find the way
But I remember the day
You took me by the hand
Almodovar, tie me up, tie me down
Tie me up tie me down
Tie me up tie me down
Tie me up tie me down
I will always love you
Tie me up tie me down
Tie me up tie me down
Tie me up tie me down
I will always love you
I was 21
I was 21
I was 21
First Love
First Love
I was 21
I was 21
I was 21
First Love
First Love
The lyrics to Mother Cell's song "First Love" depict a romantic relationship between a younger person (presumed to be the singer, at 21 years old) and an older person (presumed to be 27 years old). Despite the age gap and initial shyness, the singer finds the academic career of their partner alluring. The reference to having "40 followers" suggests that the partner may be influential or popular in their field. The mention of Almodovar movies in between the sheets implies a passionate and intimate connection between them.
However, the relationship takes a turn when the singer experiences a premonition of something bad happening, possibly symbolized by the phrase "not one but two." This event affects the singer deeply, causing them to feel lost and unable to go back to how things were before. The loss of friends may indicate strained relationships or the impact of the relationship on the singer's social life. The tearful departure implies that the singer couldn't express their feelings or thoughts, perhaps overwhelmed by the weight of their emotions.
Despite never explicitly saying "I love you," the singer acknowledges that they did love their partner and always will. The line "You took me by the hand/Almodovar, tie me up, tie me down" could be interpreted as a metaphor for the intensity and binding nature of their connection. It reflects a desire to be tied to their first love, both emotionally and physically. The repetition of "tie me up, tie me down" reinforces the longing and devotion the singer holds for their partner.
Overall, "First Love" explores the complexities of a passionate but ultimately complicated relationship and the lasting impact it has on the singer's life.
Line by Line Meaning
I was 21
At that time, I was young and inexperienced.
You were 27
You were older and more mature than me.
Career academic
You were focused on your professional life and academic pursuits.
I thought that was really sexy
I found your dedication to your career and intelligence attractive.
You called me over
You initiated contact and reached out to me.
I was kind of shy
I felt a bit nervous and reserved in your presence.
You 40 followers
You had a small number of followers on social media.
I thought that was hot
I found your unique and unconventional social media presence appealing.
Almodovar movies in between your sheets
We engaged in intimate activities while watching Almodovar movies.
Making out, fuck, cold feet cold feet
We were passionately kissing, but then hesitation and doubts started creeping in.
Didn't want it to end
Both of us did not want our relationship to come to an end.
Neither did you
You felt the same way and desired for our connection to continue.
But the premonition came
However, a feeling of impending trouble or uncertainty arose.
Not one but two
It wasn't just one problem, but rather multiple obstacles that emerged.
Back to back, it fucked me in the head
One issue after another overwhelmed and disturbed me mentally.
I couldn't rever
I couldn't recover or find a solution to the challenges we faced.
My friends were dead
Metaphorically, my friends or support system were no longer there for me.
I saw myself out, tears in my eyes
I decided to leave the situation, feeling emotional and tearful.
What I couldn't say, too much on my mind
There were thoughts and emotions I couldn't express verbally as my mind was overwhelmed.
I never said I loved you
I never explicitly stated my feelings of love towards you.
But I always did, and I always will
Despite not saying it, I have always loved you and will continue to do so.
I just couldn't find the way
I struggled to find the right words or means to express my love.
But I remember the day
However, I have a vivid memory of a specific moment.
You took me by the hand
You grabbed my hand in a loving and comforting gesture.
Almodovar, tie me up, tie me down
Referencing one of Almodovar's movies, it symbolizes the passionate and intense connection we shared.
Tie me up tie me down
Willingly surrendering to the complexities and challenges of our relationship.
I will always love you
Regardless of the outcome, my love for you will endure.
I was 21
Reiterating my young age and inexperience at the time.
First Love
This relationship marked my first experience of love.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: John Brenner, Mason Wilson, Samantha Whitlaw
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