MUM is not to be confused with the Icelandic electronica group múm.
If I were a fish
Mum Lyrics
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Would you marry me anyway? Would you have my babies?
If I were a fish, if I were a fish
Lalala, lalala, lalala, lalala
If I were a bumblebee and you were a puddle
Would I drown in you anyway? In your soggy eyeballs?
If I were a fish, if I were a fish
Lalala, lalala, lalala, lalala
Lalala, lalala, lalala, lalala
If I were a fish and you were a puddle, if I were a fish
In this song, múm explores the concept of unlikely love and the hypothetical scenarios that could arise from it. The lyrics create a playful and imaginative narrative where the singer, who identifies as a fish in one scenario and a bumblebee in another, proposes marriage and considers having babies with their beloved, who is portrayed as a seashell and a puddle respectively. The repetition of the phrase "if I were a fish" serves as a motif throughout the song, emphasizing the singer's longing and desire to be with their loved one, even if it means submerging themselves in unfamiliar and challenging environments.
The lyrics can be interpreted as a metaphor for the human experience of falling in love with someone who is vastly different from oneself, and the uncertainty and vulnerability that comes along with it. The mention of drowning and soggy eyeballs in the second verse highlights the potential dangers and risks involved in pursuing such a relationship, but the chorus of "lalala"s suggests that the singer is willing to take that chance and follow their heart anyway.
Overall, "If I Were a Fish" is a whimsical and poetic exploration of love and relationships, and encourages listeners to embrace their own unique journeys in pursuit of love.
Line by Line Meaning
If I were a fish and you were a seashell
If I were a fish and you were a seashell, would you still be willing to be with me? Would you be willing to have a future with me?
Would you marry me anyway? Would you have my babies?
Despite the differences between us, would you commit to being with me and starting a family together?
If I were a bumblebee and you were a puddle
If I were different from you in every way and you were something completely different from me, like a puddle,
Would I drown in you anyway? In your soggy eyeballs?
Would I still be attracted to you and willing to take risks for you despite the fact that it could be dangerous or I could get hurt?
If I were a fish, if I were a fish
Repeated line used as a transition between scenarios.
Lalala, lalala, lalala, lalala
Repeated nonsensical lyric meant to maintain the song's flow and rhythm.
Contributed by Caden E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Harry T
Magical, beautiful and intoxicating. This is not something I am typically attracted to but I cant help find peace in this little gem.
I initially found this because I made a FB comment on a friends post "If I were a fish" then thought I should look it up on here to see what came up. I call that a Jedi moment.
Peace and thanks for the upload.
Truesalvation
Not only is this song good by itself, but it's also good for a beautiful film.
TheLeecom
Múm has somthing that many no other band has. They don't concentrate on things like stage settings, their main aim is to make brilliant music. Thumbs up if this music makes you happy ;-)
Veronica Cronn
My ex sent me this song when we were in our first few months of dating. We fought like no one’s business and it was a very abusive and toxic relationship on both sides but when he had sent me this song, i knew for even a little bit of that time, he cared.
I was never enough for him and i don’t think i would be enough for him now. I hope he finds happiness and someone else who can truly love him the way i tried to
Perla Florecitas
You are enough and you deserve to be loved. I send you a big hug <3
Pairo Star
This is completely different than the new 2023 "If i were a fish"
This is song is about something else and its is beautiful and old.
The "If i were a fish" is amazing too
duvy1234
Mum is so beautiful.....it's like a balm for the soul
Leah Solo
I feel less alone thanks to this song.
theguadi23
cant stop listening to this song!!
Christian Gato
It's like an adventure time song :D I love it