Rome
Phœnix Lyrics
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Is it is teasing you he's underage?
Could he be waving from a tropical sunset
Static silhouette somehow
Single in his bed someday
Quiet 'til he fall, fall, falls
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Oh no, what did I say?
What can I say?
Rome, Rome, many tears have fallen here
I'll be driving you look the other way
I am easy to ignore
Shutters open all the way
When the scandal that I see I'll go insane
Distant silhouettes somehow
We shared a cigarette somewhere
I looked to the fall, fall, falls
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Focus looking forward the coliseum
Oh no, what did I say?
What can I say?
Rome, Rome, many tears have fallen here
I'll be driving you look the other way
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Always and forever more
I called to say I'm on the way
Two thousand years remain in the trashcan
I burned the cigarette somewhere
Ashes still it fall, fall, falls
I stand outside under broken leaves
I know I can't do without
The future's drowned away
Ah, I never loved you
And if I loved you
I wouldn't say I'm sorry, oh no
I stand outside under broken leaves
Always and forever more
And together getting lonely
I thought I couldn't do this without you
Single in his bed somewhere
Ashes still it fall, fall, falls
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
The lyrics of Phœnix's song "Rome" evoke a sense of longing and contemplation within the setting of the ancient city. The narrative seems to revolve around a complex relationship, possibly unrequited love or a love triangle. The singer appears conflicted about their feelings towards someone who may be underage, leading to feelings of guilt and confusion.
The recurring mention of Rome and the coliseum symbolizes a sense of history and permanence, perhaps highlighting the weight of the past on the present situation. The mention of tears falling in Rome suggests a sense of sorrow or emotional turmoil associated with the city, further emphasizing the depth of feelings being explored in the song.
The imagery of distant silhouettes and shared cigarettes conveys a sense of intimacy and connection, yet also a feeling of detachment or impermanence. The singer grapples with their emotions, acknowledging their own shortcomings and struggles with communication, as indicated by the lines "I am easy to ignore" and "I never loved you."
The closing verses suggest a sense of acceptance and resignation, as the singer acknowledges their own faults and expresses a desire for reconciliation or closure. The references to ashes falling and standing under broken leaves paint a picture of decay and loss, yet hint at the possibility of renewal and growth amidst the ruins of the past. Overall, the lyrics of "Rome" delve into themes of love, regret, and the passage of time, painting a poignant portrait of emotional complexity and reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
Who's the boy I like the most
Questioning the person who holds the most appeal
Is it is teasing you he's underage?
Wondering if the teasing nature of someone being underage affects you
Could he be waving from a tropical sunset
Imagining someone waving from a picturesque sunset setting
Static silhouette somehow
An unmoving shadow in some way
Single in his bed someday
Alone in his bed at some point in the future
Quiet 'til he fall, fall, falls
Remaining silent until he eventually falls
Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome
Repetition and emphasis on the significance of Rome
Focus looking forward the coliseum
Directing attention towards the majestic Coliseum
Oh no, what did I say?
Expressing concern over something said
What can I say?
Questioning what can be said in response
Rome, Rome, many tears have fallen here
Acknowledging the sadness that has taken place in Rome
I'll be driving you look the other way
Driving while you choose to ignore
I am easy to ignore
Admitting to being overlooked easily
Shutters open all the way
Fully open shutters
When the scandal that I see I'll go insane
Anticipating going crazy from witnessing a scandal
Distant silhouettes somehow
Indistinct outlines from afar
We shared a cigarette somewhere
Having shared a cigarette at some point
I looked to the fall, fall, falls
Gazing at the descent
Always and forever more
Eternal commitment
I called to say I'm on the way
Notifying of imminent arrival
Two thousand years remain in the trashcan
Reflecting on the passage of time
Ashes still it fall, fall, falls
Ashes continue to descend
I stand outside under broken leaves
Standing among fallen leaves
I know I can't do without
Acknowledging dependency
The future's drowned away
The future seems bleak
Ah, I never loved you
Declaring lack of love
And if I loved you
Hypothetically acknowledging love
I wouldn't say I'm sorry, oh no
Rejecting the idea of apologizing
And together getting lonely
Experiencing loneliness despite being together
I thought I couldn't do this without you
Doubting one's ability to cope alone
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Christian Mazzalai, Frederic Moulin, Laurent Mazzalai, Thomas Croquet
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