Sticks and Stones
Mumsdollar Lyrics
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I need to run for cover
I need a place where I can go and hide
The rain is coming closer,
I need to run for cover
I need a place where I can go and hide
It hurts to be the bearer
I need a hand to hold and be my guide
Oh how I wish I had achors of thick skin
But
I need you, more than anybody says
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
I want you, more than you would ever know
My heart beats faster
Come on and let it show
It leaves me broken hearted
Thought out and disregaurded
I need and angel to be by my side
It leaves me broken hearted
Thought out and disregaurded
I need and angel to be by my side
Oh how I wish I had achors of thick skin
But
I need you, more than anybody says
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
I want you, more than you would ever know
My heart beats faster
Come on and let it show
I need you more than anybody says
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
I want you, more than you would ever know
My heart beats faster
Come on and let it show
Sticks and stones will break my bones
And names will always hurt me
The weight of expectation falls
And brings me to my leads
I need you more than anybody says
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
I want you, more than you would ever know
My heart beats faster
Come on and let it show
I need you more than anybody says
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
I want you, more than you would ever know
My heart beats faster
Come on and let it show
The lyrics to Mumsdollar's song Sticks and Stones describe the singer's need for a safe haven in a turbulent world, someone to act as a guide and an anchor in times of trouble. The song speaks of the pain of being disregarded and broken-hearted, and the desire for a loving presence to make everything right. It shows vulnerability and showcases the honesty behind needing someone or something to bring comfort in troubled times. Furthermore, it speaks to the universality of human emotions as everyone needs someone at some point in their life who can be their anchor and help them navigate the difficulties.
The chorus of the song displays a desperate plea for that someone who fulfills the singer's every need. The lyrics - "I need you, more than anybody says, my heart beats faster with you around the bend, I want you more than you would ever know" showcases the singer's urgency for that person he longs for. The verse about "sticks and stones" represents the harsh realities of life, how sometimes everything can feel so hopeless, and it doesn't matter how tough you are since you, too, can break from the weight of expectations. Overall, the song may be a call for help from someone who feels lost, forgotten, and neglected, yet knows that they need to heal and feel loved to overcome their obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
The rain is coming closer,
Trouble is approaching and I need to seek shelter
I need to run for cover
I must escape to a safer place
I need a place where I can go and hide
I require somewhere to feel protected and secure
The pain is getting nearer
The emotional agony is drawing closer and becoming more intense
It hurts to be the bearer
Carrying this emotional weight is causing me pain
I need a hand to hold and be my guide
I am in need of support and someone to help me through this difficult time
Oh how I wish I had achors of thick skin
It is unfortunate that I cannot handle these emotional blows with ease
But
I need you, more than anybody says
I depend on you more than anyone realizes
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
Your presence gives me a sense of comfort and safety
I want you, more than you would ever know
My feelings for you exceed what you comprehend
Come on and let it show
I want to express my emotions to you openly
It leaves me broken hearted
It is a painful experience that saddens me greatly
Thought out and disregaurded
I feel like my thoughts and feelings have been ignored or dismissed
I need and angel to be by my side
I require someone to guide and protect me, like an angel would
Sticks and stones will break my bones
Physical harm can be caused by physical objects
And names will always hurt me
Verbal attacks can also inflict emotional pain
The weight of expectation falls
The burden of meeting others' expectations is bearing down on me
And brings me to my leads
It is causing me to feel overwhelmed and defeated
Contributed by Grayson W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Nathan Culevski
The rain is coming closer,
I need to run for cover
I need a place where I can go and hide
The rain is coming closer,
I need to run for cover
I need a place where I can go and hide
The pain is getting nearer
It hurts to be the bearer
I need a hand to hold and be my guide
Oh how I wish I had acres of thick skin,
But
I need you, more than anybody says
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
I want you, more than you would ever know
My heart beats faster
Come on and let it show
It leaves me broken hearted
Spat out and disregarded
I need an angel to be by my side
It leaves me broken hearted
Spat out and disregarded
I need an angel to be by my side
Oh how I wish I had acres of thick skin
But
I need you, more than anybody says
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
I want you, more than you would ever know
My heart beats faster
Come on and let it show
I need you more than anybody says
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
I want you, more than you would ever know
My heart beats faster
Come on and let it show
Sticks and stones will break my bones
And names will always hurt me
The weight of expectation falls
And brings me to my knees
I need you more than anybody says
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
I want you, more than you would ever know
My heart beats faster
Come on and let it show
(Simueltaneous )
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Sticks and stones will break my bones
And names will always hurt me
The weight of expectation falls
And brings me to my knees
I need you more than anybody says
My heart beats faster with you around the bend
I want you, more than you would ever know
My heart beats faster
Come on and let it show
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Sam Powick
Mumsdollar were fantastic at parachute 2013! Mainstage, and they got back together for one last time! Brilliant time, one last party with mumsdollar
Adele Butler
I love Mumsdollar!!! Only three weeks till i can see them for about the 9th time live!!! Parachute Music Festival 09 here i come!!! x
Tatsuya
I really miss you guys😢
Mumsdollar is irreplaceable to me/us.
Charissa McGrath
Yeah that was really cool they definitely deserved the award! I'll start following them on facebook now, thanks for the info! :)
Michael Noble
Even though you've stopped, I will still share your music with my friends :) This song is the best -3
Nina Leeb
New Zealand's done it again! These past two years have been great with NZ music! This song is amazing!
Bruman
My first Parachute was 2008, and that is where I first saw Mumsdollar. With a lineup like Red and Switchfoot it would have been hard to outshine them but Mumsdollar made a good go of it. 14 years later and I still remember it like it was yesterday. Still listen to this song every now and again, and I still count it among my favorites.
Daniyael Yo cook
Love this
Lisa wood
I'm glad you got to see them live, I was there for while, but had to go home koz our baby needed to go to bed. Would've been nice for our little one to see her Daddy play on stage, but it's too loud for her lil ears!
aerovlad
awh darn! ten years... that sux guys but, i think sticks and stones is one of the best songs ive heard., like among skillet and relient K which are my favorite bands, this song made it up my chart really quickly!! you guys are great!