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Prince Lyrics


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First the tide rushes in
Plants a kiss on the shore
Then goes out to sea
And the sea is very still once more

So I rush to your side
Like the oncoming tide
With one burning thought:
Will your arms open wide?

At last we're face to face
And as we kiss through an embrace
I can tell, I can feel you are loved
You are really, really mine
In the rain, in the dark, in the sun

Like the tide at its ebb
I'm at peace in the web




Of your heart's arms
Of your arms

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Prince's song [untitled] tell a story of a lover rushing to their significant other like the tide coming into shore. The opening lines describe the tide rushing in to "plant a kiss" on the shore before receding back out to sea, leaving the ocean calm and still once more. This is used as a metaphor for the lover rushing to their partner, hoping that their arms will be open wide to embrace them. When they finally meet, the singer can feel that their partner truly loves them, and they are at peace in their arms, much like being held in the safety of the ocean's web. The poetic imagery used throughout the song emphasizes the idea of the deep and powerful connection between the singer and their partner, one that is as strong and enduring as the ebb and flow of the ocean's tides.


Line by Line Meaning

First the tide rushes in
The movement of the ocean begins


Plants a kiss on the shore
Touches the land with a gentle kiss


Then goes out to sea
Returns to the vastness of the ocean


And the sea is very still once more
The calmness of the ocean resumes


So I rush to your side
I move quickly to be near you


Like the oncoming tide
Determined to reach my destination


With one burning thought:
With a strong, passionate desire


Will your arms open wide?
Hopeful for a warm embrace


At last we're face to face
Finally able to be in each other's presence


And as we kiss through an embrace
Sharing a deep, intimate moment


I can tell, I can feel you are loved
Sensing the affection you have for me


You are really, really mine
Knowing that you are truly mine


In the rain, in the dark, in the sun
No matter the circumstance or environment


Like the tide at its ebb
Finding peace in the calm lows


I'm at peace in the web
Comfortable and content in the embrace


Of your heart's arms
Held by the love of your heart


Of your arms
Safe and secure in your warm embrace




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@ritaandleo

Only Man on Earth that can wear Eyeliner, Heels and Lace and still get tons of Women, and still have and show masculinity! R.I.P Prince.

@kalaong

No, David Bowie could rock the sparkle as well.

Bishonen never die. They simply become too fabulous for the mere mortals to comprehend.

@archeraimsaarrow3864

They both be purple and orange that's why

@sophieallchorne7594

So true 🎵💙

@pauladulisse1553

Poppop lol 0

@gregplitt6629

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@JustaComment93

The scene of him riding the motorcycle is the most badass moment ever recorded in the history of the human race. How is he so cool ?

@mrstephenpariah

Lots of hairspray

@JustaComment93

@@mrstephenpariahI could use twenty bottles of hairspray and still wouldn’t have an ounce of his Swagger.

@someonelovesyouhere

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

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