Jam
Queen & Vanguard Lyrics
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I feel
That it doesn't take long for a soul to get lost
Flowery memories and sunny rhymes won't keep me out of my nightmares
I had a dream about me last night, finally just about me I swear
Boundaries made of fragile will won't keep me inside my body
If I was a boy I would know how it feels to be one with your body
Now every step is like liquid burning
Cancery fuel for my cloudy lungs
Any more questions? 'cause while I'm turning
The earth doesn't seem to be still at all
Blossoming skies of desire and longing
Crack upon me like a quiet storm
Smoking is bad for your health, my darling
I feel it corrupting my skin tone
My natural colour is sun burnt, I fly too high for my wings
All of these bruises and nothing learnt, I fly to the sun and I sink
The lyrics to Queen & Vanguard's song "Jam" are rich with symbolism and emotional depth. In the opening lines, the singer suggests that they keep something hidden "under deep skin," implying that they are carrying a burden or secret that they cannot easily share. The sentiment that "it doesn't take long for a soul to get lost" emphasizes the theme of personal struggle and the challenges of maintaining one's sense of self in a confusing and chaotic world.
The next lines reflect on the power of memories and the limitations of positivity. While "flowery memories and sunny rhymes" may provide some comfort and respite, they cannot shield the singer from their own fears and anxieties. The dream mentioned in the following line reinforces this idea - finally having a dream "just about me" suggests a need for more self-focus and self-care.
The final three stanzas of the song are particularly vivid and intense. The references to "liquid burning" and "cancery fuel" create a sense of physical and emotional pain, while the line "the earth doesn't seem to be still at all" suggests a constant feeling of instability and uncertainty. The "blossoming skies of desire and longing" and "quiet storm" also provide powerful metaphors for the singer's inner turmoil and conflicts.
Overall, the lyrics to "Jam" offer a poignant and introspective look at themes of self-discovery, struggle, and identity. Through vivid imagery and metaphor, the song captures the complexity of these experiences and emotions, and invites listeners to reflect on their own journeys.
Line by Line Meaning
I keep it under deep skin, brother
I conceal my deepest thoughts and emotions, my innermost self, from others
I feel
That it doesn't take long for a soul to get lost
I have a sense that one can easily lose their sense of self or purpose in life
Flowery memories and sunny rhymes won't keep me out of my nightmares
Positive memories and happy thoughts cannot protect me from my fears and anxieties
I had a dream about me last night, finally just about me I swear
I dreamt about myself, without any external distractions or influences
Boundaries made of fragile will won't keep me inside my body
My weak willpower cannot prevent me from feeling disconnected from my own body
If I was a boy I would know how it feels to be one with your body
As a woman, I don't completely understand what it feels like to be fully connected with one's own body, but I imagine it would be empowering
Now every step is like liquid burning
Moving forward in life feels painful and excruciating, like every step is burning me from the inside out
Cancery fuel for my cloudy lungs
The negative aspects of life, like stress and anxiety, feel like they are corroding and polluting my respiratory system
Any more questions? 'cause while I'm turning
The earth doesn't seem to be still at all
While I'm trying to gain my bearings in life, the world around me feels chaotic and constantly changing
Blossoming skies of desire and longing
Crack upon me like a quiet storm
The emotions of wanting and yearning build up in me until they explode like a storm, but silently so, without anyone noticing
Smoking is bad for your health, my darling
I feel it corrupting my skin tone
Although I am aware of the dangers of smoking, I still indulge in it, and I can feel the negative impact it has on my physical appearance
My natural colour is sun burnt, I fly too high for my wings
All of these bruises and nothing learnt, I fly to the sun and I sink
I tend to push myself too far, to the point where I get burned and bruised, but I don't really learn from my mistakes and continue to put myself in danger
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Written by: Sara Santi
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