Borderline
Ofln - Tame Impala Lyrics
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Gone a little far
Gone a little far this time for somethin'
How was I to know?
How was I to know this high came rushing?
We're on the borderline
Possibly a sign
I'm gonna have the strangest night on Sunday
There I go
Quite a show for a loner in L.A.
Askin' how I managed to end up in this place
And I couldn't get away
We're on the borderline
Dangerously far and all forgiven
There's gonna be a fight
Gonna be a price to pay on Monday
(If you and I get comfortable)
We're on the borderline (on the borderline)
Caught between the tides of pain and rapture
Then I saw the time (saw the time)
Watched it speedin' by like a train
Like a train
Will I be known and loved?
Is there one that I trust?
Starting to sober up
Has it been long enough?
Will I be known and loved?
Little closer, close enough
I'm a loser, loosen up
Set it free, must be tough
Will I be known and loved?
Is there one that I trust?
If there's room, room for doubt
As within, as without ya
Will I be so in love?
Gettin' closer, close enough
Shout out to what is done
R.I.P. here comes the sun
Here comes the sun
Gone a little far
Gone a little far this time with something
How could I have known?
How was I to know this life get no shame
I said, "Come with me outside"
I need to clear my mind
This weight is crushing
Do you see the light, oh
Coming from their eyes, oh no
And I couldn't get away
We're on the borderline
Gets me every time
These close encounters
Just to know I can (just to know I can)
Once again, I am alone
Will I be known and loved?
Is there one that I trust?
Starting to sober up
Has it been long enough?
Will I be known and loved?
Little closer, close enough
I'm a loser, loosen up
Set it free, must be tough (I was fine without ya)
Will I be known and loved?
L.A. really messed me up
And it isn't cut and dry
Conversation, well I tried (I was fine without ya)
Will I be? Stay right here
Any closer, bad idea
Shout out to what is done
R.I.P. here comes the sun (I was fine without ya)
Will I be known and loved?
Is there one that I trust?
Starting to sober up
Has it been long enough?
The lyrics of "Borderline" by Tame Impala is an introspective and anxious reflection of somebody who appears to be a loner, struggling to find purpose and direction in life. The singer seems to be at a crossroads and is confused about whether to indulge in the pleasures of life or seek a deeper meaning, as he is caught between pain and rapture. The song revolves around the theme of self-discovery and the juxtaposition of self-doubt and self-confidence that one has to face while trying to create a balance between the two. The singer is lost in his thoughts, wondering if he will ever find someone he can trust and love, and is worried about the consequences of his actions. The song highlights the struggles and insecurities that come with the journey of self-discovery and reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
Gone a little far
I've gone too deep into something.
Gone a little far this time for somethin'
I've gone too deep into something this time that I shouldn't have.
How was I to know?
I had no idea that this would happen.
How was I to know this high came rushing?
I had no idea this feeling would come on so strongly.
We're on the borderline
We're caught between two opposing forces.
Caught between the tides of pain and rapture
We're feeling both intense pleasure and intense pain at the same time.
Possibly a sign
This could be an indication of what's to come.
I'm gonna have the strangest night on Sunday
I anticipate that Sunday night is going to be very unusual.
There I go
Here I am again.
Quite a show for a loner in L.A.
I'm making quite an impression for someone who typically keeps to themselves in a big city like Los Angeles.
Askin' how I managed to end up in this place
I'm wondering how I got here, in this specific situation.
And I couldn't get away
I was stuck and couldn't leave.
Dangerously far and all forgiven
I'm taking a huge risk, but I feel like everything will end up okay in the end.
There's gonna be a fight
I know that there will be conflict in the near future.
Gonna be a price to pay on Monday
I know I'll have to face the consequences of my actions very soon.
We're on the borderline (on the borderline)
We're in a state of confusion and uncertainty.
Then I saw the time (saw the time)
I realized how much time had passed.
Watched it speedin' by like a train
Time seemed to be moving very quickly, like a train passing by.
Will I be known and loved?
Am I going to have a lasting impact on the people in my life?
Is there one that I trust?
Do I have anyone in my life that I know I can rely on?
Starting to sober up
I'm starting to come to my senses and realize what's happening.
Has it been long enough?
Have I spent enough time on this and is it time to move on?
Little closer, close enough
I'm getting closer, but not quite there yet.
I'm a loser, loosen up
I feel like I'm failing in some way, but I need to relax and let go.
Set it free, must be tough
Letting go of something that's been holding me back is going to be difficult.
L.A. really messed me up
The city of Los Angeles has had a negative impact on me.
And it isn't cut and dry
It's not a straightforward situation that can be easily resolved.
Conversation, well I tried
I attempted to have a conversation about this, but it didn't go well.
Stay right here
Don't move any closer to me.
Any closer, bad idea
It's not a good idea for you to get any closer to me.
Shout out to what is done
Acknowledging what's already happened.
R.I.P. here comes the sun
Saying goodbye to the past and welcoming a new day.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kevin Parker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lucila5234
[Verse 1]
Gone a little far
Gone a little far this time with something
How was I to know?
How was I to know this high came rushing?
[Chorus]
We're on the borderline
Dangerously fine and unforgiven
Possibly a sign
I'm gonna have the strangest night on Sunday
[Verse 2]
Here I go
Quite a show for a loner in L.A.
I wonder how I managed to end up in this place
Where I couldn't get away
[Chorus]
We're on the borderline (Ooh)
Caught between the tides of pain and rapture
Then I saw the time
Watched it speedin' by like a train
Like a train
[Refrain]
Will I be known and loved?
Is there one that I trust?
Starting to sober up
Has it been long enough?
Will I be known and loved?
Little closer, close enough
I'm a loser, loosen up
Setting free, must be tough
Will I be known and loved?
Is there one that I trust?
Starting to sober up
Has it been long enough?
Will I be so in love?
Any closer? Close enough
Shout out to what is done
R.I.P., here comes the sun
(Comes the sun)
[Verse 3]
Gone a little far
Gone a little far this time with something
Rudy said it's fine
They used to do this all the time in college (If you and I get comfortable)
[Chorus]
And we're on the borderline (Ooh)
Caught between the tides of pain and rapture
Then I saw the time
Watched it speedin' by like a train
[Refrain]
Will I be known and loved?
Is there one that I trust?
Starting to sober up
Has it been long enough?
Will I be known and loved?
Little closer, close enough
I'm a loser, loosen up
Setting free, must be tough
Will I be known and loved?
Is there one that I trust?
Starting to sober up
Has it been long enough?
Will I be so in love?
Any closer? Close enough
Shout out to what is done
R.I.P., here comes the sun
(Comes the sun)
❤️
@kankoush9021
A list of changes that occurred within both old and new versions of Borderline.
- A different sounding snare was used, possibly remixed.
- The vocals sound clearer and I believe that some kind of a stereo-shaper was used.
- A Moog Bass Synth is also used, the bass stands out even more now.
- at 0:43 a laser sounding synth was also used along with a couple of rapid snares before moving on to the next chapter of the song.
- at 0:47 You're able to hear acoustic strings playing in the far background as well.
- at 0:48 You can hear the lyric saying: ''Quite a show for a loner in LA.'' which is pronounced faster than the older Borderline.
- at 0:53 in the (Old) Borderline the lyric goes: ''Asking how I managed...''
But in the newer version the lyric goes: ''I wonder how I managed...''
- at 1:01 in the newer version the lyric that goes ''Get away'' is pronounced and vocalized in a different way than the older version.
- at 1:28 the silence before the drop. the volume noticeably decreases as you might be able to hear a sudden yet short reversed sample that is washed out with reverb. allowing the drop to stand out even more.
- at 1:59 You can hear a couple of notes playing in the far background, that help support the groove of the song.
- at 2:37 The short sudden vocal before jumping to the next part is also new.
- at 2:45 You can also hear more layers of background vocals that without a doubt made a /huge/ difference in the sound.
- And the ''AAAHHH'' at the intro, of course.
EDIT: Hope this was helpful to everyone, didn't expect this many likes! (:
@CesarPetrescu
Will I be known and loved?
Is there one that I trust?
Starting to sober up
Has it been long enough?
Will I be known and loved?
Little closer, close enough
I'm a loser, loosen up
Setting free, must be tough
Will I be known and loved?
Is there one that I trust?
Starting to sober up
Has it been long enough?
Will I be so in love?
Any closer? Close enough
Shout out to what is done
R.I.P., here comes the sun
@sssajaia
This song is cooler than other side of your pillow
@ninosajaia9305
Fr
@cum_moisturiser1847
🥶
@blizzardlol7625
I agree with that
@vitamine508
🥶🥶🥶 yep
@heyvsauce987
yes
@aurphia
“Little closer, close enough” I would marry that line.
@jirkahlustik8778
Move to japan, you cpuld marry a doll there, why not a line from a song
@aurphia
@@jirkahlustik8778 wym by doll?
@jirkahlustik8778
@@aurphia actual literall doll of like some cartoon characters or shit