Ward) Lyrics

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Live was as calm as a summer sea
When silver moonlight beams
And then a new love beckoned me
Wrecking the ship of my dreams

Riptide caught in a riptide, torn between two loves
The old and the new
Riptide lost in a riptide

Where will it take me what shall I do?
My heart is tossed on a sea of emotion
One love offers romance
The other devotion
A new love is calling
The old love is pleading
I'm caught in a riptide what shall I do?

Riptide caught in a riptide, torn between two loves
The old and the new
Riptide lost in a riptide
Where will it take me what shall I do?
My heart is tossed on a sea of emotion
One love offers romance
The other devotion
A new love is calling

The old love is pleading
I'm caught in a riptide what shall I do?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Riptide" by N.E.W. (Noble/Edwards/Ward) describe the experience of being torn between two loves and feeling trapped in a turbulent emotional state. The song starts by portraying a serene and peaceful life, comparing it to a calm summer sea illuminated by the silver moonlight. However, everything changes when a new love enters the picture, disrupting the singer's world and shattering their dreams.

The metaphor of a riptide is used to represent the overwhelming force of conflicting emotions. The singer feels caught in this powerful current, torn between the old love and the new. They are left questioning what to do, as their heart is tossed back and forth on a sea of emotions. On one hand, the new love offers the excitement of romance, while on the other hand, the old love brings a sense of devotion and familiarity.

The chorus repeats the singer's dilemma, as they remain lost in this riptide, unsure of where it will lead them. The two loves continue to call and plead, further intensifying the emotional turmoil. The song concludes with the singer seeking guidance on what path to take, acknowledging their struggle and indecision.

Overall, "Riptide" explores the complexities of love and the internal conflicts that arise when faced with choosing between two different paths. It captures the overwhelming feeling of being torn between the familiar and the unknown, as well as the confusion and indecision that can arise from such a situation.

Line by Line Meaning

Live was as calm as a summer sea
Life was peaceful and serene, like a tranquil summer ocean

When silver moonlight beams
Under the shimmering light of the moon

And then a new love beckoned me
I was enticed by the allure of a fresh love

Wrecking the ship of my dreams
Causing the destruction of my long-held desires and aspirations

Riptide caught in a riptide, torn between two loves
Caught in a turbulent situation, torn between two romantic interests

The old and the new
One representing familiarity and the other representing novelty

Riptide lost in a riptide
Feeling overwhelmed and confused by the conflicting emotions and choices

Where will it take me what shall I do?
Uncertainty about the consequences and the decision to be made

My heart is tossed on a sea of emotion
My emotions are in turmoil and unpredictably fluctuating

One love offers romance
One option provides passionate love and excitement

The other devotion
The alternative choice represents loyalty and commitment