A Simple Life
One Hour Music Lyrics
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I'm just the way I got to be
Take me slowly, or else you may come by injury
I'll hurt you emotionally
Rock me baby, until my eyes are closed and I'm asleep
And then it's it for you to leave.
Call me lazy, for I have yet to let my soul free
I just wanted to unfold
Simply simple
I do everything I'm told
Keep it simple
You want babies, well here I am so why not aren't you pleased
With a big baby like me
I throw a fit, and to pick up after it
Domesticated bliss
I just wanted to unfold
Simply simple
I do everything I'm told
Keep it simple
Simple simple
(Yeah yeah)
I do everything I'm told
I just wanted to unfold
Simply simple
The lyrics of One Hour Music's song "A Simple Life" depict a person who is struggling with their identity and place in the world. The singer acknowledges that they are not perfect and may cause emotional harm to those around them, but they ask to be treated gently nonetheless. They express a desire to be comforted and rocked to sleep, but also are resistant to letting go of their own emotional barriers.
The singer then addresses a hypothetical partner or parent figure, asking why they are not satisfied with having "a big baby" like them. They acknowledge that they may be difficult to deal with at times, but suggest that domestic life can still be fulfilling despite the challenges. Overall, the song seems to be a plea for acceptance and understanding from those in the singer's life.
One interesting aspect of this song is its use of the term "simply simple" throughout the chorus. This phrase is deliberately redundant and may serve to emphasize the singer's desire for a straightforward and uncomplicated life, free of the emotional complexities they struggle with. Additionally, the contrast between the opening lines - "Take me lightly" - and the closing lines - "I just wanted to unfold" - suggests that the singer may be hesitant to fully reveal their true self to others.
Other potential topics for discussion could include the song's musical style, its place within the larger genre of indie/folk music, and the themes of identity and emotional vulnerability that it explores.
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Line by Line Meaning
Take me lightly, I am not the way I ought to be
I am flawed and not what society deems as perfect, so please don't judge me too harshly.
I'm just the way I got to be
I didn't have a choice in how I was made, so please accept me for who I am.
Take me slowly, or else you may come by injury
If you rush into things with me, you might get hurt in the process because I still need time to open up.
I'll hurt you emotionally
If you don't handle me with care, I may end up hurting you emotionally because I am not perfect.
Rock me baby, until my eyes are closed and I'm asleep
Hold me close and comfort me until I feel safe enough to let my guard down and fall asleep.
And then it's it for you to leave.
Once I have found the comfort and safety I need, you can leave me be.
Call me lazy, for I have yet to let my soul free
I may seem idle, but I am actually still trying to figure out who I am and what I want in life.
It's still very much in my reach, oh
I am still searching for my true purpose and I believe I will find it eventually.
You want babies, well here I am so why not aren't you pleased
I am available and willing to start a family, so why aren't you happy with me?
With a big baby like me
I may seem like a grown adult, but I am still trying to figure out who I am and what I want in life.
I throw a fit, and to pick up after it
I may act out or make mistakes, but I am willing to take responsibility and make things right.
Domesticated bliss
Despite my flaws, I still want to create a happy and stable home life for myself and those around me.
Simple simple
I want my life to be uncomplicated and easy to navigate.
(Yeah yeah)
This is just a catchy refrain to the song.
I do everything I'm told
I am willing to follow the rules and norms of society to make things easier for everyone around me.
I just wanted to unfold
I am still discovering who I am and what I want in life, but I am willing to take that journey.
Simply simple
I want my life to be uncomplicated and easy to navigate.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BERNARD J.P. TAUPIN, BERNIE TAUPIN, ELTON JOHN
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