Fear of Love
Noosa Lyrics


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These waters filled with motion
They're moving every way
The currents getting stronger
We're gonna drown some day
If we don't
Settle down
500 words on paper
To tell you that I'm here
I'm never goin' nowhere
Until I hear you say I'm yours
But your heart is armed

Fear of love
Mirrors in the moonlight
Fear of love
Mirrors in the moonlight
Fear of love
Mirrors in the moonlight

You see yourself in every one who crosses your path
But i cant tell you enough
That's not who they are deep inside
Will you let it go
I'll wait for you as long as
It takes for you to see
It seems the devil's got a
Piece of your heart
And you cant see
That your beautiful

Fear of love
Mirrors in the moonlight
Fear of love
Mirrors in the moonlight




Fear of love
Mirrors in the moonlight

Overall Meaning

In "Fear of Love" by Noosa, we are presented with a vivid metaphor about the dangers of relationships when we are not emotionally prepared. The song begins by talking about the unpredictability and roughness of the oceans, and how our fear of love can be like drowning in those tumultuous waters. The singer tells their lover that they are never leaving, but they need the other person to acknowledge their connection in order for them to have a chance at a real and lasting relationship.


The second verse brings up the idea of projection - seeing ourselves in others and assuming that they are as afraid of commitment as we are. The singer recognizes this tendency in their partner, but assures them that they don't have to be afraid anymore. The final lines of the song speak to the devil having a hold on the partner's heart, but despite the darkness and fear, the singer finds their partner to be incredibly beautiful.


Overall, "Fear of Love" is a song about the fear of commitment and the way it can prevent us from truly connecting with others. The metaphor of drowning in the ocean underscores the real danger that surrounds us when we let our fears and insecurities guide our relationships. The message of the song is ultimately an optimistic one, though - the singer is willing to wait for their partner and believes that they are worth the effort it takes to overcome fear and find a way to love.


Line by Line Meaning

These waters filled with motion
The environment is constantly changing and erratic, with no constant state or direction.


They're moving every way
The changes in the environment are heading towards different paths and the direction is unpredictable.


The currents getting stronger
The changes in the environment seem to be gaining momentum and pose a greater and more difficult challenge.


We're gonna drown some day
We will struggle with the changes in the environment and they may ultimately lead to our downfall.


If we don't
This is a warning of the dangers of complacency and lack of adaptation to the constantly changing surroundings.


Settle down
Stabilize your situation and adapt to the changes, calm your mind and take things as they come.


500 words on paper
An opportunity to let out one's thoughts and feelings, to connect and express oneself.


To tell you that I'm here
Inform the listener of one's presence and desire to connect.


I'm never goin' nowhere
Assurance of one's commitment and willingness to stay in their current position.


Until I hear you say I'm yours
Validation that the person is fully committed and a clear expression of love is necessary and desired.


But your heart is armed
The listener is still guarding their heart from the possibility of being hurt.


Fear of love
A warning sign of hesitation in trusting and committing to a potential partner.


Mirrors in the moonlight
Reflection and self-examination using the calm of the night, under the light of the moon.


You see yourself in every one who crosses your path
Looking for validation of oneself and searching for similarities in others that can justify connection and commitment.


But i cant tell you enough
The singer has been trying to break through the thought patterns of the listener and validate to them that they are deserving of love.


That's not who they are deep inside
Confirmation that the assumptions made by the listener are incorrect and that true character lies beneath the surface.


Will you let it go
An attempt to persuade the listener to drop their negative perception, and take a leap of faith in order to experience love in its purest form.


I'll wait for you as long as
Persistence and devotion to the idea of waiting for the listener to make a decision.


It takes for you to see
The singer is no longer trying to convince but rather hopes that the listener will soon realize that they are worthy of love and commit.


It seems the devil's got a
Referring to a potential internal conflict within the listener, causing them to resist love and commitment.


Piece of your heart
Indicating that the listener may have had their heart damaged or broken in the past, making it difficult for them to commit to love wholly.


And you cant see
The listener is still struggling to break free from their own internal struggles and trust in love.


That your beautiful
A reminder to the listener that they are special, deserving of love and that their past hurts should not define or discourage their ability to commit and love without fear.


Fear of love
Repeating the warning sign of hesitation and vulnerability associated with falling in love.


Mirrors in the moonlight
Encouragement to reflect on oneself and truly examine motivations, thoughts, and emotions in the journey of love.


Fear of love
Repeat of the warning sign, possibly indicating centrality of theme or overall general importance to the song.


Mirrors in the moonlight
Final line reemphasizes the importance of self-reflection, possibly indicating that the singer is hoping for the listener to have a breakthrough on their own accord.




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Comments from YouTube:

noosasounds

Thank you so much, you're wonderful! Definitely will be going on tour eventually. Finishing up some new music before making any plans :) Follow me on Twitter or Facebook for updates @noosamusic

Tracy Cormorant

This song on repeat as I’m ripping down the road in my Ferrari on the Gold Coast ❤️❤️❤️

Chris Naputi

Wicked 👏🏽

Edward Cheang

Still loving this track after all these years!

Alex Simovic

I love this song, I've been listening to it on and off for most of this year XXXXXXXX

Sandra Duszkiewicz

incredible sound, amazing voice! I love it sooo much.

levicall

I have nothing but respect for you noosa. No other artist posts personal responses to youtube comments on their videos. Your music is awesome. Will you be going on tour?

MtbEMS09

Beautiful voice with sweet beats.

xmanxn

there's not a long time that i discovered their songs... I fall in love directly ! good job go on, you have something particular

noosasounds

Thank you very much!! New album in the spring, and hopefully touring at that time as well. Check facebook/twitter for updates =D

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