The Sky Under the Sea
Pierce The Veil Lyrics

I still remember the night, you tried to kiss me through the window
This line talks about a past memory where the other person tried to kiss the singer through the window, which indicates that the two shared a romantic relationship.

I tried to settle for the taste of touching glass over the sound of answering machines
The singer tried to settle for metaphorical glass by trying to ignore the sound of answering machines, maybe indicating a fear of rejection.

Because, I love the way your voice, it says it's gonna get back to me someday
The singer is still in love with the other person and finds comfort in their voice, which promises a future of reconciliation.

As I brace my knees you hold me down with your eyes
This line talks about a feeling of vulnerability where the singer feels held down by the other person's gaze, indicating a power dynamic in the relationship.

And someday I'll drive, close both my eyes
Here, the singer expresses a desire to escape or avoid reality by driving with his eyes closed, which can be interpreted both literally and metaphorically.

We'll swim in circles in the blue light
Swimming in circles represents going nowhere, while the 'blue light' metaphorically indicates a state of confusion and uncertainty.

It's gonna be the best day of my life
Despite the previous lines, the singer looks forward to a future day which he anticipates to be the best of his life, indicating some hope and optimism.

And, oh my God, you'll never be as beautiful without me
This line indicates a sense of entitlement, where the singer believes that the other person's beauty depends on him, signaling a toxic relationship.

Beauty needs an animal to breathe
The metaphor of 'beauty needing an animal to breathe' indicates the concept that beauty is not complete without an 'animalistic' force, such as passion or desire.

Baby, you'll be all right as long as I'm not
Here, the singer is attempting to control the other person by making them dependent on his presence, indicating emotional manipulation.

So do that dance in the dark
The metaphor of 'dancing in the dark' can indicate recklessness or avoidance of reality.

Sharpen your teeth and bite as hard as you want
The metaphor of 'sharpening teeth and biting hard' may indicate aggression or a desire to assert themselves.

And I just want to fade away into the sky under the sea
The singer is expressing a desire to escape or hide, using the metaphor of the 'sky under the sea'.

A million kisses underwater as we walk into the ocean (ocean)
This line can indicate a willingness to drown, or a romanticized death that the singer wishes to share with the other person.

And this is gonna be the best day (of my life)
A repetition of a previous line, indicating the singer's continued anticipation of a future that he believes will be the best day of his life.

A celebration of an ending
This line may indicate a celebration of the end of something that the singer believes has been holding him back or causing him pain.

Come on!
An exclamation, indicating the singer's excitement or anticipation for the future.

And do you really trust your tongue or did you bury the taste?
The singer questions the other person's sincerity or authenticity, indicating a lack of trust.

And is this fantasy real or is all homemade?
The singer questions the nature of their relationship, wondering if it's just a fantasy or something they've created themselves.

And did you call me last night just cause you couldn't get laid?
The singer suspects that the other person's motives for calling may have been insincere, indicating a lack of trust and deeper issues in the relationship.

Ladies and gentlemen, I introduce the selfish machine
Here, the singer exposes the toxic and selfish nature of his behavior, indicating some sort of self-awareness and self-reflection.

Do you think you're the only one? (Afraid)
The singer indicates that the other person is not alone in feeling afraid, indicating a shared sense of insecurity or vulnerability.

And someday I'll drive, close both my eyes
A repetition of a previous line, indicating the singer's continued desire to escape and avoid reality.

I'll be your breath if you can be mine
This line shows the singer taking a more selfless approach and offering to support the other person in return for their support.

Waves
An exclamation, signaling the end of the song and the metaphorical waves that the singer and the other person must face together.

Oh, no
An exclamation, expressing an emotion of fear or uncertainty.

One, two, three
A countdown, signaling the end of the song and the singer's willingness to face whatever comes next.

And do you see me at all under the tall waves?
The last line of the song, indicating the singer's desire to be seen and recognized by the other person, even in times of turbulence and uncertainty.