Floating
Nadine Shah Lyrics

The lyrics in Nadine Shah's song, "Floating", are evocative of feelings of disconnection from oneself. The song is reminiscent of the feeling of simply existing or going through the motions of life, without truly embracing it or living it with purpose. The first stanza starts with a question that highlights a sense of retrospection and doubt. The second stanza moves on to describe the behavior of the subject of the song, which is to float through life, without ever really engaging or taking active steps to pursue or create a better future. The repeated line, "I only see you floating," creates a sense of detachment, conveying an image of the subject, existing without truly connecting or engaging with the people and things around them.

The chorus is a plea to the subject to take control of their life, to make decisions and take action, to create a meaningful purpose for themselves. "Get back to your lover, get back to your art," is an urging to return to the things that bring joy, passion and inspiration, and to find a sense of direction and focus. The line "Show me you're decisive, make a start," is a plea for the subject to make their own decisions, to assert themselves and to take responsibility for their future.

As the song progresses, the tone shifts to one of frustration and weariness, with the constant refrain, "I'm sick to death of floating". The lyrics are a reminder of the futility of simply existing, without engaging with the world, or creating a purposeful life. The final line, "I don't want to go on floating," is a poignant plea to live with intention and purpose, rather than simply existing.