Different
Phil Collins Lyrics


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Tarzan
It?s just like me yet
It?s just so different
Where did it come from?
These things that got here
Are all so different
Where does it belong?
I?ve never seen its shape
It?s just so different
Oh I must see more
Skin so soft
It smells so different
From all I?ve seen before
And yet here, we?re just the same

My heart is beating faster
I must know more about her
There?s something strange that draws me near her
She?s nothing like I?ve seen before
She makes me feel so alive

Tarzan
Tarzan

Jane
Tarzan Oh I see

Tarzan
Tarzan Oh I see

Jane
Oh nononono, I'm Jane

Tarzan
Oh nononono, I'm Jane

Jane
Oh dear, no, My name is Jane Porter

Tarzan
Oh dear, no, My name is Jane Porte..

Jane
STOP
Tarzan, Jane

Tarzan
Tarzan, Jane

Jane
Exactly

Tarzan
I've never felt like this
I feel so different
Being so close to her
Something deep inside feels so different
Since everything has stirred
There?s something so exciting
Somehow more so inviting
It feels so new yet so familiar




Something tells me I will never
Ever be the same again

Overall Meaning

The song "Different" by Phil Collins is a love duet between two characters, Tarzan and Jane, from the Disney movie "Tarzan." The main theme of the song is exploring differences and finding similarities which lead to a powerful connection between the two characters. Tarzan and Jane feel that they are different from each other, but they also feel a strong attraction and chemistry. They are curious about each other and want to know more about their differences. Tarzan is fascinated by Jane's soft skin and unique smell, while Jane is intrigued by Tarzan's wild and untamed nature. The song is about the beautiful discovery of love and the power of embracing differences to find a deeper connection.


The lyrics in the song are written in such a way that Tarzan and Jane are echoing each other's words, creating a mirrored effect that enhances the idea of two people coming together. The chorus of the song features Tarzan and Jane repeating each other's names - a powerful display of the merging of two beings. The song is an exciting and beautiful moment in the movie where Tarzan and Jane discover love for the first time, realizing that they are not as different as they thought.


Line by Line Meaning

It’s just like me yet
Tarzan sees something that looks similar to him, but still feels different.


It’s just so different
Despite the resemblance, this thing is also strikingly different from Tarzan.


Where did it come from?
Tarzan is curious about where this new thing came from.


These things that got here
Tarzan is looking at a group of new things that have arrived, and they all seem different.


Are all so different
Even though they all seem different, Tarzan wonders where they fit in.


Where does it belong?
Tarzan is questioning where this thing fits in the world.


I’ve never seen its shape
Tarzan has never seen anything like this before and is fascinated by it.


Oh I must see more
Tarzan is intrigued and wants to learn more about this thing.


Skin so soft
Tarzan notices that the thing has soft skin.


It smells so different
The thing has a unique smell that Tarzan has never experienced before.


From all I’ve seen before
Tarzan has encountered many things, but this one is entirely distinct.


And yet here, we’re just the same
Despite the differences, Tarzan sees some similarities to himself in this new thing.


My heart is beating faster
Tarzan is feeling excited and maybe a little scared.


I must know more about her
Tarzan wants to learn more about this creature that has caught his attention.


There’s something strange that draws me near her
Tarzan is drawn to this thing, even though it doesn't entirely make sense.


She’s nothing like I’ve seen before
This thing is unlike anything else Tarzan has ever encountered.


She makes me feel so alive
Tarzan feels invigorated and full of life when he is near this thing.


Tarzan
Jane calls out to Tarzan.


Tarzan Oh I see
Tarzan responds to Jane.


Oh nononono, I’m Jane
Jane corrects Tarzan about her identity.


Oh dear, no, My name is Jane Porter
Jane gives Tarzan her full name.


STOP
Jane interrupts Tarzan from talking.


Tarzan, Jane
Tarzan and Jane acknowledge each other's presence.


Exactly
Jane agrees with Tarzan's statement.


I’ve never felt like this
Tarzan is feeling something new and unexpected.


I feel so different
Tarzan feels changed by this new experience.


Being so close to her
Tarzan is near Jane and feeling affected by her presence.


Something deep inside feels so different
Tarzan is experiencing a profound sensation that he can't quite explain.


Since everything has stirred
Tarzan is feeling different since encountering Jane.


There’s something so exciting
Tarzan is finding this new experience very thrilling.


Somehow more so inviting
This experience is not only exciting but also very welcoming to Tarzan.


It feels so new yet so familiar
This experience is new to Tarzan, but there is still something about it that is familiar.


Something tells me I will never ever be the same again
Tarzan senses that this experience will change him forever.




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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@MyelinProductions

You called me from the room in your hotel
All full of romance for someone that you'd met
And telling me how sorry you were leaving so soon
And that you'll miss me sometimes when you're alone
Do I feel lonely too?

You have no right to ask me how I feel
You have no right to speak to me so kind
I can't go on, holding on to time
Now we're living separate lives (living separate lives)

Well, I have learned to let you go
And if you lost your love for me, you never let it show
There was no way to compromise
So now we're living separate lives (living separate lives)

Ooh, it's so difficult, love leads to isolation
So you build that wall (you build that wall)
Yes, you build that wall (build that wall)
And you make it stronger

Well, you have no right to ask me how I feel
You have no right to speak to me so kind
Some day I might (I might) find myself looking in your eyes
But for now, we'll go on living separate lives
Yes, for now, we'll go on living separate lives
Seperate lives

Source: Musixmatch
Songwriters: Steve Bishop
Separate Lives (Love Theme from White Nights) lyrics © Emi Gold Horizon Music Corp.



@superdupertm

Sie haben mich aus Ihrem Hotelzimmer angerufen
Alles voller Romantik für jemanden, den Sie kennengelernt haben
Und sag mir, wie leid es dir tut, dass du so früh gegangen bist
Und dass du mich manchmal vermissen wirst, wenn du allein bist
Fühle ich mich auch einsam?
Du hast kein Recht, mich zu fragen, wie ich mich fühle
Du hast kein Recht, so freundlich mit mir zu sprechen
Ich kann nicht weitermachen, ich halte die Zeit fest
Jetzt leben wir getrennte Leben (leben getrennte Leben)
Nun, ich habe gelernt, dich gehen zu lassen
Und wenn du deine Liebe zu mir verloren hast, lässt du es niemals zu, dass du es zeigst
Es gab keine Möglichkeit, Kompromisse einzugehen
Jetzt leben wir also getrennte Leben (leben getrennte Leben)
Oh, es ist so schwierig, Liebe führt zur Isolation
Also baust du diese Mauer (du baust diese Mauer)
Ja, du baust diese Mauer (baust diese Mauer)
Und du machst es stärker
Nun, Sie haben kein Recht, mich zu fragen, wie ich mich fühle
Du hast kein Recht, so freundlich mit mir zu sprechen
Eines Tages könnte es sein, dass ich in deine Augen schaue
Aber vorerst werden wir weiterhin getrennte Leben führen
Ja, vorerst werden wir getrennte Leben führen
Getrennte Leben



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@weiszeliang4399

Its 2022, and I'm still loving it!❤ probably the most beautiful duet I ever heard

@rjperfetto584

2023

@herminiadelacruz4257

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@julia9985

In the 80s hearing this song made me so sad it just goes real deep into your heart. They have such beautiful voices no wonder you want to cry. I am 56 yrs old and it is still a classic even now.

@oliveb.

Yes, I totally agree. I loved this song in the 80s (when I used my imagination to understand the emotions portrayed by these singers) and I still love it today (when I'm able to understand the emotions from personal experience).

@stever7157

When this first came out, I was 13, years old and had never been in love. As a man in my late 40’s I know all to well. Things aren’t always easy and my wife and I are together but separate. I also have to live separate lives from another woman who I wish that I could be more than friends with.

@paulsheffield4729

I'm 55 years old and soon to be 56. I understand exactly how you feel. Certain songs cut straight to my heart as memories are brought back to life

@alvinbelen4363

me tOo☺️

@alvinbelen4363

nO One changed the 80s music still the best! i lOve it

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@margaridamarquesdonascimen5957

Arrasaram lindamente 🌹🌹🌹para eles

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