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Orchid
Olympic Ayres Lyrics
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Swing on my love, in the morning
Like the orchids do, without warning
Stood by watering your garden
Just the other day
Or your sweet embrace
I knowin timethe pain will wash away
I knowyour heart is surely here to stay
Swing on my love, in the morning
Like the orchids do, without warning
(In your ceramic bowel, heat will surely take its toll
may the water wash through to you
when your thoughts dry you up,
may your balance fill the cup
may freedom free you of all your blues)
I wanted to go home(push through the water)
I wanted to go home(until its laughter)
The song Orchid by Olympic Ayres is a beautiful ballad that explores the theme of love and the challenges that come with it. The opening line, "Swing on my love, in the morning, like the orchids do, without warning" sets the tone and serves as a metaphor for the unpredictability and delicate nature of love. The singer suggests that love is like an orchid, which blooms suddenly and unexpectedly, but with the right care, can thrive and last for a long time.
The song talks about the singer and their love interest, who is depicted as a gardener, tending to their flowers. The singer recognizes that they have had no luck with flowers or with winning their love interest's affection, but still longs for their embrace. They acknowledge that the pain may take some time to heal, but they are hopeful their love will endure.
The chorus repeats the opening line, with an added emotional depth, indicating that the singer is deeply invested in the relationship and is willing to ride the ups and downs that come with it. The bridge, "In your ceramic bowl, heat will surely take its toll; may the water wash through to you; when your thoughts dry you up, may your balance fill the cup; may freedom free you of all your blues," is a beautiful and evocative wish for healing, comfort, and freedom for their love interest.
Line by Line Meaning
Swing on my love, in the morning
My love, please enjoy the comfort of our love in the morning, just like how orchids bloom without any prior notice.
Like the orchids do, without warning
Orchids flower suddenly without any indication, just like how I want our love to be spontaneous and natural.
Stood by watering your garden
I was by your side when you were watering your garden.
Just the other day
It happened recently, just a few days ago.
Knowing I had no luck with flowers
I am aware that I am not gifted with the skill to cultivate flowers, particularly as a way of expressing my feelings toward you.
Or your sweet embrace
I also do not have the confidence to show my affection towards you physically.
I know in time the pain will wash away
I understand that in due course, the hardship and anguish caused by my inability to express my feelings towards you will gradually subside.
I know your heart is surely here to stay
And I am confident that your commitment to our relationship will never falter or wane.
In your ceramic bowel, heat will surely take its toll
The hot water inside the ceramic vase that holds the orchids will eventually wilt the flowers away.
May the water wash through to you
May the water that nourishes the orchids be a way for me to convey my love and affection towards you.
When your thoughts dry you up, may your balance fill the cup
When you feel depleted of ideas, may our relationship replenish your thoughts and energise you.
May freedom free you of all your blues
I wish that you will be liberated from any negative emotions, and that you enjoy the freedom that our love and relationship provides.
I wanted to go home (push through the water)
In some way, the mention of water reminds me of a nostalgic memory, of home and of someone special to me.
I wanted to go home (until its laughter)
And just like the sound of laughter that echoes from a warm household, I yearn to be home, to be with my loved ones.
Contributed by Carter C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.