The band began with Pea Hix's (formerly of Tit Wrench and Lucas & Friend) fascination with the Optigan, a keyboard manufactured in the early and mid-'70s by Mattel. An "optical organ," the Optigan stores its sounds -- which range from organs and strings to drum loops and sound effects -- on a collection of celluloid optical discs.
Waves
Optiganally Yours Lyrics
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And I can ride on the waves
And I know that underneath someone felt the same way
And it didn't take long for them to find out a way
To wreck everything else
rains, come and wash all the boundaries away
The lyrics of Optiganally Yours's song "Waves" convey a sense of freedom and unity with nature, particularly with the ocean. The opening lines "Well, I can run on the sand and I can ride on the waves" suggest a carefree and joyous state, as if the singer is experiencing pure bliss while indulging in the pleasures of the beach. The following line "And I know that underneath someone felt the same way" is notable because it implies a sense of communion with others, as if there are other people who share the same sense of joy and wonder when it comes to the ocean.
However, the song takes a slightly darker turn with the line "And it didn't take long for them to find out a way to wreck everything else". This suggests that despite the initial connection and sense of oneness with nature, humans have a tendency to destroy or disrupt that connection. It's a reminder that even when we feel connected to something, we may not always cherish or protect it. The final line, "rains, come and wash all the boundaries away", is a plea for a fresh start, a chance to start anew and rebuild those connections with nature and each other.
Overall, the song "Waves" is a powerful commentary on our relationship with nature and emphasizes the importance of preserving and cherishing the environment that surrounds us.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I can run on the sand
I possess the ability to run freely on the sand without any restrictions.
And I can ride on the waves
I have the skill to surf on the waves with ease and enjoyment.
And I know that underneath someone felt the same way
I'm aware that someone else in the past has experienced the same feelings as me.
And it didn't take long for them to find out a way
They quickly discovered a method to satisfy their desire and passion.
To wreck everything else
Unfortunately, in pursuing their passion, they ended up destroying other things.
rains, come and wash all the boundaries away
The singer is asking for a cleansing rain to remove all boundaries and limitations that are stopping them from freely enjoying life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AXEL RONDEAU, VINCENT TEOULE
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