Miranda
Nation of Language Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Some kind of play, or a fantasy?
We wait for what was said to be recalled
cnd suddenly realize they won
cnd it's a grind
Every time that I got something, I'm always out of time
clways out of line
I'll pick you up
In Tennessee
Miranda
I was underwater when you made the call
But you would never know
‘Cause I could always say what you wanted
Every time I woke up in the car
Dreaming of the nightlife like a waitress after close
cnd they say don't you think you should be responsible and all
cnd I don't
I'll pick you up
In Tennessee
Miranda
cnd you say I'm nothing, and I know yeah
It's not a hard sell
cnd if you could forgive me I'd follow you around
Like everyone else
But I promise I could wait by the water there
I swear, if that's what you wanted
But that's not what I've found,
No
The lyrics of Nation of Language's song "Miranda" convey a sense of uncertainty and longing for something that seems out of reach. The opening lines question whether the situation at hand is real or just a fiction, perhaps mirroring the confusion and lack of clarity in the singer's life. They mention waiting for something that was promised to be remembered, only to realize that someone else has already won.
The chorus highlights the constant struggle the singer faces, always feeling like they are running out of time and never quite fitting in. They express a desire to pick up someone named Miranda in Tennessee, perhaps indicating a longing for a sense of connection and escape from their current reality.
The second verse depicts a feeling of being submerged underwater, both metaphorically and possibly literally. Despite being in this state, the singer is aware that others may not realize the depth of their emotions. They mention being able to say what others want to hear, but seemingly unable to truly express their own desires and feelings. The mention of dreaming of "the nightlife like a waitress after close" further emphasizes the longing for a different life and the desire to break free from responsibilities imposed by others.
The bridge of the song reflects a sense of self-doubt and criticism from others. The singer acknowledges being labeled as "nothing" but also expresses a willingness to change and follow the person they are addressing, if given the chance. However, they also hint at a realization that what they ultimately desire may not align with what they have found in their pursuit.
Overall, "Miranda" conveys a sense of longing, uncertainty, and a struggle to find one's place in a complex world.
Line by Line Meaning
Is this a movie?
Is this a situation or experience that feels too perfect or unrealistic to be true?
Some kind of play, or a fantasy?
Is this a scripted or imaginary scenario that is playing out?
We wait for what was said to be recalled
We anticipate the memory of what was previously mentioned to be remembered
And suddenly realize they won
And suddenly come to the realization that they have emerged victorious
And it's a grind
And it feels like a constant struggle or exhausting routine
Every time that I got something, I'm always out of time
Every time I achieve or obtain something, I never have enough time to fully enjoy or appreciate it
Always out of line
Always behaving or acting in a way that is considered inappropriate or outside of societal norms
Always into something I could never quite describe
Always being drawn to or involved in something that I struggle to fully explain or articulate
I'll pick you up
I'll come and get you
In Tennessee
In the state of Tennessee, a specific location
Miranda
Referring to a person named Miranda, possibly the person being picked up
I was underwater when you made the call
I was in a difficult or overwhelming situation when you reached out to me
But you would never know
But you would never be aware or understand
Cause I could always say what you wanted
Because I was always able to say what you desired or expected to hear
Every time I woke up in the car
Every time I regained consciousness inside the car
Dreaming of the nightlife like a waitress after close
Imagining or fantasizing about the active and vibrant night scene, similar to how a waitress might feel after finishing work
And they say don't you think you should be responsible and all
And others say, don't you think you should prioritize being accountable and mature
And I don't
But I don't agree or adhere to that expectation
And you say I'm nothing, and I know yeah
And you claim that I am insignificant or worthless, and I am aware of it
It's not a hard sell
It's not difficult to convince me or persuade me
And if you could forgive me I'd follow you around
And if you were able to forgive me, I would gladly accompany you wherever you go
Like everyone else
Similar to how others do it
But I promise I could wait by the water there
But I assure you, I am willing to patiently wait by the water in that specific place
I swear, if that's what you wanted
I swear, if that is your desire or preference
But that's not what I've found
But that is not what I have discovered or experienced
No
No, it is not
Lyrics © Sentric Music, Downtown Music Publishing
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind