Fable
Paper Aeroplanes Lyrics


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Lead me down to the water
Throw your voice to the sea
I'll keep one eye on the future
I'll keep one hand on your sleeve

We are many years from forgetting
We are anything now but complete
So come, way down to the water
Feel the frostbite at your feet

'Cause you might be unable
And I might be unkind
There's truth in this fable
We cannot hide

Walk with me on the mountains
I like my head in the clouds
Make me love you unlike any other
Make me feel love, some proud?

'Cause I might be unable
And you might be able
But there's truth in this fable
There's a fairtytale to find

So surrender your armour
Throw your guard to the sea
Throw my arms around your shoulders
Carry me

'Cause you might be unable
And I might be unkind
But there's truth in this fable
There's a fairytale inside

So surrender your armour
Throw your guard to the sea




Throw my arms around your shoulders
And carry me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Paper Aeroplanes' song Fable delve into the idea of surrendering oneself to love and embracing vulnerability. The opening lines set the scene of being near water, which is often associated with emotional depth and healing. The singer urges their partner to throw their voice to the sea, perhaps indicating that they should express their emotions honestly to truly connect. The line "I'll keep one eye on the future, I'll keep one hand on your sleeve" highlights the delicacy of the situation, acknowledging that love can be uncertain and unpredictable.


As the song progresses, the chorus repeats the line "There's truth in this fable", emphasizing the idea that the story they are creating together is laced with honesty and authenticity. The second verse takes the listener on a journey up the mountains, another symbolic choice, as reaching the summit can represent overcoming challenges and attaining personal growth. The singer asks their partner to make them feel love and proud, revealing a vulnerability and a desire for validation.


The final verse brings the song to a close with a sense of surrender and a willingness to be carried and held. The lyrics "But there's truth in this fable, there's a fairytale inside" suggest that despite the challenges, their love story is worthy of being told and celebrated.


Line by Line Meaning

Lead me down to the water
Guide me towards the truth


Throw your voice to the sea
Speak your thoughts and let them go


I'll keep one eye on the future
I will be prepared for what may come


I'll keep one hand on your sleeve
I will offer support when needed


We are many years from forgetting
We will always remember what we have been through


We are anything now but complete
We are still growing and changing


So come, way down to the water
Embrace the truth and reality


Feel the frostbite at your feet
Accept the pain and hardship


'Cause you might be unable
Accept the possibility of weakness


And I might be unkind
Accept the possibility of faults in others


There's truth in this fable
There is a lesson to learn from this experience


Walk with me on the mountains
Experience the highs and lows of life together


I like my head in the clouds
I am unafraid of dreaming big


Make me love you unlike any other
Show me true, unconditional love


Make me feel love, some proud?
Make me feel proud of the love we share


'Cause I might be unable
Acknowledge my own limitations


And you might be able
Acknowledge someone else's strength


But there's truth in this fable
There is always something to be learned


There's a fairytale to find
There is a happy ending to be discovered


So surrender your armour
Let go of your defenses


Throw your guard to the sea
Be vulnerable and open


Throw my arms around your shoulders
Lean on me for support


Carry me
Together we will face anything




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