these days
Ophelia and the Tree Lyrics
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And set your sails for another place
All this time I thought I knew
That you would be mine, and I would be yours too
Yeah, yeah, these days, yeah
I need to be with you and spend a little time
While your gone I will wait here for you
[Chorus:]
I'll be with you when you feel no emotion
I'll be with you when you can't find a way out
I'll be with you when you feel no emotion
I will wait for you, I will be here for you
You went to places you've never been
You got into things you never thought that you'd get in
Fell in deep into a wishing well
Looking for freedom you found a prison cell
In These Days, Ophelia and the Tree sings about the pain of being left behind by a loved one who has decided to leave town to seek new experiences. The singer expresses her deep disappointment and longing for her beloved, whom she thought would always be hers. Despite the sadness and loneliness she feels in the absence of her loved one, the singer promises to remain steadfast and supportive. She vows to be there for her love in times of emotional turmoil and despair, and to patiently wait for her return.
The lyrics paint a picture of a relationship that is being tested by distance and separation. The singer seems to understand the need for her beloved to explore the world and discover new things, but also feels the weight of the emotional distance between them. The chorus of the song is a powerful affirmation of the singer's commitment to their relationship, promising to be a constant source of support and strength.
In conclusion, These Days is a heartfelt ballad about the challenges of maintaining a relationship through distance and separation. It is a song about love, longing, and commitment in the face of uncertainty and adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
You left town alone the day
You departed alone on a particular day
And set your sails for another place
And went on a voyage to a different destination
All this time I thought I knew
Throughout the time, I assumed I understood
That you would be mine, and I would be yours too
That we would belong to each other
Yeah, yeah, these days, yeah
Currently, presently
I need to be with you and spend a little time
I require your company and some moments together
While your gone I will wait here for you
During the duration, you are away; I shall remain waiting for you
I'll be with you when you feel no emotion
I'll accompany you even if don't feel any sentiment
I'll be with you when you can't find a way out
I'll stay by your side when you can't find a solution
I'll be with you when you feel no emotion
Irrespective of emotions, I'll be present for you
I will wait for you, I will be here for you
I shall await your return, and be here to support you
You went to places you've never been
You journeyed to unfamiliar territories
You got into things you never thought that you'd get in
You ventured into unexpected things
Fell in deep into a wishing well
Succumbed to the depths of a wishing well
Looking for freedom you found a prison cell
In search of liberation, you discovered an incarceration spot
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHUCK DENNIE, KEVIN RHOADS
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