Soulmates
Placebo. Live in Paris 2003 [Soulmates Never Die] Lyrics
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Though it comes as no surprise
These clouds we're seeing
They're explosions in the sky
It seems it's written
But we can't read between the line
Hush
Dry your eye
Dry your eye
Soulmate dry your eye
Dry your eye
Soulmate dry your eye
'Cause soulmates never die
This one world vision
Turns us in to compromise
(What good's religion)
(When it's each other we despise)
Damn the government
Damn their killing
Damn their lies (it's okay)
Dry your eyes
Soulmate dry your eyes
Dry your eyes
Soulmate dry your eyes
'Cause soulmates never die
Soulmates never die
Soulmates never die
Soulmates never die
Soulmates never die
Never die
Soulmates never die
Soulmates never die
The lyrics to "Soulmates" by Placebo describe a world that is rapidly changing and deteriorating, as evidenced by the evaporation of the sea and the explosive clouds in the sky. Despite this, there is comfort and hope in the idea of soulmates, those special people in our lives who will always be there no matter what. The lyrics urge the listener to dry their eyes and find solace in the bond of love that exists between soulmates. At the same time, there is a sense of frustration with the state of the world and the compromises we make in order to navigate it. The lyrics question the value of religion and call out the government for its killing and lies. Overall, the message of the song is one of resilience in the face of adversity and the enduring power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
The sea's evaporating
The water in the sea is slowly disappearing
Though it comes as no surprise
This is expected or not shocking
These clouds we're seeing
The clouds we can observe
They're explosions in the sky
These clouds look and behave like explosions in the sky
It seems it's written
This situation appears predetermined or predestined
But we can't read between the line
We are unable to comprehend the deeper meaning or hidden message
Hush
Be quiet or calm down
It's okay
Everything is alright or fine
Dry your eye
Stop crying or wiping off tears
Soulmate dry your eye
Addressing a soulmate and asking them to stop crying
'Cause soulmates never die
Soulmates are forever, they do not die or leave
This one world vision
The idea or concept of one united world
Turns us in to compromise
This idea forces us to make concessions or sacrifices
(What good's religion)
Questioning the purpose and usefulness of religion
(When it's each other we despise)
Hating or despising one another despite religious beliefs or affiliations
Damn the government
Expressing anger or frustration towards the government
Damn their killing
Condemning the government's actions of killing people
Damn their lies (it's okay)
Protesting against the government lying but also trying to offer reassurance that everything will be alright
Dry your eyes
Stop crying or wiping off tears
Soulmate dry your eyes
Addressing a soulmate and asking them to stop crying
'Cause soulmates never die
Soulmates are forever, they do not die or leave
Soulmates never die
Soulmates are forever and do not die
Soulmates never die
Soulmates are forever and do not die
Soulmates never die
Soulmates are forever and do not die
Soulmates never die
Soulmates are forever and do not die
Never die
Do not perish or end
Soulmates never die
Soulmates are forever and do not die
Soulmates never die
Soulmates are forever and do not die
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG Rights Management
Written by: WILLIAM LLOYD, BRIAN MOLKO, STEFAN OLSDAL, STEVEN HEWITT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
HomerJay1983
The best piece of music ever made. Epic. Placebo, love of my life...
Ty Diab
They're the most underrated band from England ever and is so awesome I don't know why they're not known in America
C. Antonia
One of the best Placebo song, my favourite ever! And this performance is sipmly awesome, just incredible!
C. Antonia
One of the best Placebo song ever... my favourite! Awesome performance btw. as always ;)
aslitrumade
this song is not only a song, but also a masterpiece..thanx placebo for making this kind of perfect songs..
dalibally
the most amazing performance...i lov this song but live version really makes me cry....bravo,Brian!
Andrés Carvajal
sound of the drums is amazing, and synchronize sound is incredible ( pulse reference on drums)
andysoldan
I love this song. So emotional. Especially for me and my soulmates on the other side of river of life. Soulmates never die!
placeboandcoldplay
so beautiful and full of emotion!
dalibally
best live ever....best song of best band...love Placebo!!!!!