Woman
Ohmme Lyrics
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I call you on the telephone
Tell you that I'm finding ways
To occupy my brain
I'm sane but you're not here
They're not trying to get you
But all I've got is some direction
I moved but you're everywhere
I, I, I...
I, I, I...
Man
He thinks about woman
But never when the time is right
He barely makes the call
He falls and we cannot catch him
Woman
Out there on her own dime
And none of them are ready
To be swept up in this wave
The gaze of not knowing
I, I, I...
I, I, I...
I'm fine
I'm fine
I'm fine
I'm fine
I'm fine
I'm fine
I'm fine
I'm fine
I, I, I...
I, I, I...
The lyrics to Ohmme's song "Woman" revolve around the various perspectives of different individuals towards the title character, who seems to be an elusive figure. The song starts with the singer calling someone on the telephone and telling them that they are trying to occupy their brain while being sane, but missing the person they're talking to. They mention that they have some direction, stemming from the truth, but despite moving away, the person they miss is everywhere.
The song then shifts to the perspective of a man who thinks about a woman but never at the right time. He constantly falls and no one can seem to catch him when he does. Suddenly, the song turns to the perspective of the woman herself who is on her own journey, without anyone else ready to be swept up in her wave. She's completely independent, yet also relegated to the position of being observed by those who don't know her completely.
Overall, the song seems to be a commentary on how people perceive women in society - as elusive figures who are only observed from a distance. The lyrics suggest that this perception is false and that women are independent, free-spirited individuals who should be celebrated for who they are, rather than judged based on preconceived notions.
Line by Line Meaning
Home
Addressing the concept of home which serves as a foundation for the rest of the song.
I call you on the telephone
Describing reaching out for someone who provides comfort and stability.
Tell you that I'm finding ways
Expressing the struggle to stay occupied and focused in the absence of a significant other.
To occupy my brain
Acknowledging the importance of keeping one's mind busy in times of struggle.
I'm sane but you're not here
Realizing that while everything may seem in order, there is still something missing.
They're not trying to get you
Highlighting the fact that not everyone is searching for the same thing and 'you' may not be a priority for others.
But all I've got is some direction
Despite the lack of support or understanding, the individual is continuing to move forward guided by their own sense of self.
Stemming from the truth
The direction and motivation being drawn from an authentic and genuine place within themselves.
I moved but you're everywhere
No matter where the individual goes, thoughts of the other person remain ever-present.
Man
Switching focus to the perspective of a man.
He thinks about woman
Reflecting on the concept of romance and gender roles.
But never when the time is right
The man is incapable of recognizing opportune moments or hesitates to act during them.
He barely makes the call
Lacking the courage to follow through on their intentions.
He falls and we cannot catch him
Discussing the consequences of inaction and how it can lead to negative outcomes.
Woman
Changing the perspective to focus on women.
Out there on her own dime
A lone figure, carving a path for herself independently.
And none of them are ready
Acknowledging that those around her may not be prepared to handle the powerful energy and aura she radiates.
To be swept up in this wave
Facing the reality that not everyone can handle or match the intensity of her vibe or passion.
The gaze of not knowing
The look of uncertainty on the faces of those who struggle to comprehend her strength and confidence.
I'm fine
Repeating a mantra to oneself, as a way of masking the loneliness or anxiety felt.
I, I, I...
Concluding the song with repetition of the phrase 'I' as a way of emphasizing the focus on individualism and self-reliance.
Contributed by Aaron R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Richard Trepsas
My new favorite band; too bad I hadn’t heard of them until earlier this year in 2021, had been played recently by a DJ at WMBR the all volunteer Massachusetts Institute of Technology radio station played it.
Sgt Pepper
Masterpiece
nomalanga luthuli
Heard the first harmony and I was instantly hooked.
Nicolas NICHOLS
saw Homme with tortoise...and I was addicted to them...i can't get enough of Homme...these vibes man...
BitLateMusic
Why isn’t this on streaming services anymore 😭
Gates Guitar Repair
fuckin cool..
Bret
Cool, can't wait to see you guys with tortoise...
kid indie
Here before the hipsters arrive
Dakota Lustick
I thought it was connan moccasin at first