Whisper
Novel Nature Lyrics
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Ease my reeling mind
Get me outta here
Where desert's far behind
My lips are cracked and bruised
I'm thirsty for the rain
In a hurricane
Shove me toward the land
Someplace to set me free
Wake up and calm the storm
Like only you can do
Whisper in my ear
I'll listen carefully
I wanna hear you call my name, oh call my name, oh call my name
And tell me I'm yours
The world will never do
A high like heroin
Could shoot it constantly
But never soar again
They're pushing poison cheap
When all I want is you
Whisper in my ear
I'll listen carefully
I wanna hear you call my name, oh call my name, oh call my name
And tell me I'm yours
Whisper in my ear
I'll listen carefully
I wanna hear you call my name, oh call my name, oh call my name
And tell me I'm yours
Whisper in my ear
I'll listen carefully
I wanna hear you call my name, oh call my name, oh call my name
And tell me I'm yours
The lyrics of "Whisper" by Novel Nature express the deep longing for a person who can provide comfort and reassurance in the midst of a turbulent and uncertain time. The singer seeks the solace of this person's calming presence to alleviate anxiety, fear, and physical discomfort. The opening lines suggest a physical and emotional state of distress: "Hold my shaking hands, Ease my reeling mind." The use of chiasmus in the same opening line emphasizes the need for stability and the importance of another person's support.
The singer yearns for a safe haven away from the struggles of life: "Get me outta here, Where desert's far behind." The contrast between the parched desert and the soothing rain illustrates the singer's deep longing for relief. The singer's desire for a place of freedom is portrayed with the lines "Someplace to set me free, Wake up and calm the storm, Like only you can do." Here, the singer pleads for the subject to provide shelter through the storm of life.
The chorus of "Whisper" expresses the singer's need for connection and belonging. The lines "Whisper in my ear, I'll listen carefully, I wanna hear you call my name, oh call my name, oh call my name, And tell me I'm yours" show the singer's desire to be reassured of the emotional bond with the person in question. The phrase "And tell me I'm yours" adds a deeper meaning to the song. The lyrics suggest that the singer is searching for validation in their personal relationship, which is causing some distress and insecurity.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold my shaking hands
I am feeling very scared and vulnerable and need someone to support me through this difficult time. Please hold my trembling hands.
Ease my reeling mind
My thoughts are in chaos and I am struggling to make sense of everything. Can you please help soothe my mind and provide clarity?
Get me outta here
I feel trapped and overwhelmed in my current situation. I need you to help me escape and find a way out of this place.
Where desert's far behind
I want to leave this barren and empty place behind and find somewhere with more life and vitality.
My lips are cracked and bruised
I am physically and emotionally exhausted. My body is showing the signs of my exhaustion with my lips being dry and sore.
I'm thirsty for the rain
I am desperately in need of something refreshing and revitalizing. Just like how rain can bring new life to a dry environment.
In a hurricane
Life is currently chaotic and overwhelming. It feels like I am caught in the midst of a storm that I cannot control.
Out on a raging sea
I am lost at sea, struggling to find my way and keep my head above water. The waves are constantly crashing around me.
Shove me toward the land
I need someone to guide me and provide direction towards a place of safety and stability.
Someplace to set me free
I am longing for a place where I can finally be myself and escape from all of the struggles and pressures.
Wake up and calm the storm
I am asking for divine intervention to help calm the chaos in my life. I need someone or something to bring peace and stillness to the storm.
Like only you can do
I trust that you have the power and ability to bring calm and tranquility to my life in a way that no one else can.
Whisper in my ear
I need you to speak softly and gently to me. I am fragile right now and need comforting words to help ease my pain.
I'll listen carefully
I am ready and willing to hear what you have to say. Please speak to me with love and wisdom.
I wanna hear you call my name, oh call my name, oh call my name
I am longing for a personal connection with you. I want you to know my name and for me to know yours, to feel a sense of closeness and intimacy.
And tell me I'm yours
I need to feel a sense of belonging and security. Please reassure me that I am loved and accepted by you.
The world will never do
I have searched everywhere else and nothing has satisfied my needs. The only thing that can truly fulfill me is you.
A high like heroin
I have tried other things to fill the void in my life, but they only give me a temporary and false sense of happiness. They are like a drug that I cannot live without.
Could shoot it constantly
Even if I were to constantly indulge in these fleeting pleasures, they would never truly satisfy me or give me lasting happiness.
But never soar again
This temporary happiness will never elevate me to a higher place or bring me true joy. It will only leave me feeling empty and alone.
They're pushing poison cheap
The things that the world is offering me as a source of happiness are actually harmful and toxic. They will only bring me down in the end.
When all I want is you
Through all of my searching, I have come to realize that the only thing I truly need is you. You are the only one who can give me what I am truly looking for.
Contributed by Lauren L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.