The band gained recognition in the United Kingdom and United States during 2006 and 2007 due to the success of their single "Young Folks", whilst staying virtually unknown in their homeland, Sweden.
Us Against the Wall
Peter Bjorn and John Lyrics
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But I just had to waste the phone forget it all
Bones are trembling, hands are cold
You don't know how it feels you've got me up against the wall
Maybe we could make this work
But I just had to leave before it's getting worse
I don't know what you came here for
Your slap was like a wake-up call
The bruises on my face don't bother me at all
Bones are trembling, hands are cold
It's almost that I wish you had me up against the wall
The lyrics of Peter Bjorn and John's song Us Against the Wall seem to narrate a story of a person who is caught up in a complicated and abusive relationship. The song begins with the singer realizing that they should have answered a call from their partner, but they couldn't muster up the energy to deal with them. The lyrics go on to describe the uncomfortable physical sensations the singer experiences as a result of their anxiety and fear. The singer feels helpless and trapped as if they are caught against a wall, unable to escape from their difficult circumstances.
As the song progresses, the singer admits that they could possibly make their relationship work, but they choose to leave because things have gotten progressively worse. The singer becomes conflicted and wishes they never met their partner at all. Despite the inevitable danger, however, the singer uses their aggressor's abuse as a necessary jolt to gain clarity, describing how the slap they received was a 'wake-up call'. The bruises on their face are just an added discomfort.
Overall, this song deals with themes of domestic violence, control, and despair. The lyrics paint a picture of someone struggling in a toxic relationship trying to navigate their conflicting emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
I guess I should have caught your call
I acknowledge that I should have answered your call.
But I just had to waste the phone forget it all
But I chose to ignore your call and forget about everything.
Bones are trembling, hands are cold
I am feeling scared and vulnerable.
You don't know how it feels you've got me up against the wall
You cannot imagine how helpless I feel in this situation.
Maybe we could make this work
Perhaps we could have a chance to work things out.
But I just had to leave before it's getting worse
But I had already decided to leave before things turned even more complicated.
I don't know what you came here for
I am now unsure of your intentions in coming here.
It's almost that I wish we hadn't met at all
I am starting to regret ever meeting you in the first place.
Your slap was like a wake-up call
Your physical aggression was enough to force me to take notice of the situation.
The bruises on my face don't bother me at all
I am numb to the violence and abuse I am experiencing.
It's almost that I wish you had me up against the wall
I almost prefer being pinned up against the wall to the other forms of mistreatment I am experiencing.
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN ERIKSSON, PETER MOREN, BJ�RN YTTLING
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@ValCronin
Lyrics
I guess I should have caught your call
But I just had to waste the phone forget it all
Bones are trembling, hands are cold
You don't know how it feels you've got me up against the wall
Maybe we could make this work
But I just had to leave before it's getting worse
I don't know what you came here for
It's almost that I wish we hadn't met at all
Your slap was like a wake-up call
The bruises on my face don't bother me at all
Bones are trembling, hands are cold
It's almost that I wish you had me up against the wall
@jordancheung001
Guess I should have caught your call
But I just had to waste the phone, forget it all
Bones are trembling, hands are cold
You don't know how that feels
You've got me up against the wall
Maybe we could make this work
But I just had to leave before it's getting worse
I don't know what you came here for
It's almost that I wish we hadn't met at all
Your slap was like a wake-up call
The bruises on my face don't bother me at all
Bones are trembling, hands are cold
It's almost that I wish you had me up against the wall
@7n154
I used to work at a very boho restaurant and would play this album all the time. Had a cool apartment, no roommates, single, made plenty of cash. Life was just parties, shows and hip dive bars - one of the best parts of my 20's.
@K_lub
"It's almost like I wished we haven't met at all" Not gonna lie that line gets me every time if you know what I mean.
@sunmoon1084
Robust it gets me too
@randomazn420
Likewise
@Goodywagon
Abs Lutely
@lyssabeeisme
For sure!
@carsxarexhard4504
You’re married ?😂😂
@nevershoutleeann
First time I heard this I was in car with two close friends, going over a long bridge to the beach. It was blaring with the windows down with the wind in our hair. The music was building up at the right spots and once we crossed over, the music came to a subtle stop. It was perfect timing in correlation to the bridge ride. I felt really free in that moment. Cliche but true. It is now one of my favorite moments to think about because I just felt so content and worry free.
@spaceoutmisfit1738
😍😍
@vikifike5034
LeeAnn C reading this made me cry. thanks for sharing.