march
Quiet Lights Lyrics
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But we can sit and pass the time
No fighting wars, no ringing chimes
We're just feeling fine
This is where we're supposed to be
Sitting by a broken tree
No tragedy, no poetry
I could wait a thousand hours
Stay the same in sun and showers
Pick apart a hundred flowers
Just to be quiet
Tell me when you feel ready
I'm the one, there's not too many
Hold my hand to keep me steady
Just to be quiet
With you
I like it here beside you dear
you're even more than you appear
And in the clouds my head is clear
Every time you say hello
So here's my heart, and here's my mouth
And I can't help if things come out
'Cause there are words I want to shout
But maybe I'll stay low
I could wait a thousand hours
Stay the same in sun and showers
Pick apart a hundred flowers
Just to be quiet
Tell me when you feel ready
I'm the one, there's not too many
Hold my hand to keep me steady
Just to be quiet
I could wait a thousand hours
Stay the same in sun and showers
Pick apart a hundred flowers
Just to be quiet
Tell me when you feel ready
I'm the one, there's not too many
Hold my hand to keep me steady
Just to be quiet
With you
The lyrics to "March" by Quiet Lights is a mellow, contemplative song about two people sitting by a broken tree, enjoying each other's company without any pressure to be anything more. The first stanza highlights the mutual understanding between the two persons involved, as they recognize that they aren't in a formal relationship, but rather prefer the simplicity of just hanging out and feeling fine. The chorus of the song reinforces this sentiment, as they both seem content to pick apart a hundred flowers and stare at the sky, just to enjoy each other's company quietly.
The second stanza introduces a deeper layer of intimacy as the singer speaks directly to their partner. They appreciate how being beside them makes them feel and how clear their heads become when they are around. The singer then offers their heart and mouth, perhaps in a playful admission that they're not always sure what they're saying or feeling, but are happy to share both with this person.
The song's overall message is about the beauty found in simple moments and the sincerity of genuine human connection. It is a love song, but not in the traditional sense. Instead of professing undying passion or longing to be consummated, it celebrates the happiness of being around someone else and being comfortable in silence.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not yours, and you're not mine
We have no ownership over each other and our relationship is not defined by labels
But we can sit and pass the time
We are content with simply spending time together
No fighting wars, no ringing chimes
There is no drama or excitement in our relationship, but that's okay
We're just feeling fine
We are happy and content with where we are
This is where we're supposed to be
Being with each other in this moment feels right
Sitting by a broken tree
Our surroundings don't matter as much as the company we keep
No tragedy, no poetry
Our relationship is simple and straightforward with no grand gestures or dramatic events
Just staring at the sky
We can find joy in just being together and observing our surroundings
I could wait a thousand hours
I am willing to be patient and wait as long as it takes for our relationship to progress
Stay the same in sun and showers
My feelings for you are constant, no matter the circumstance
Pick apart a hundred flowers
I am willing to do whatever it takes to be with you
Just to be quiet
I am willing to bask in the peacefulness of being with you, even if it means not saying much
Tell me when you feel ready
I am willing to respect your pace and wait for you to be comfortable
I'm the one, there's not too many
I am confident in my love for you and believe that I am the one for you
Hold my hand to keep me steady
I am willing to lean on you and trust in your support to keep me grounded
I like it here beside you dear
Being next to you brings me joy and peace
you're even more than you appear
There is a depth and complexity to you that I am drawn to
And in the clouds my head is clear
Being with you helps me escape my worries and find clarity
Every time you say hello
The sound of your voice brings happiness to my heart
So here's my heart, and here's my mouth
I am opening myself up to you completely
And I can't help if things come out
I may say things impulsively or without thinking, but it's only because of how much I care for you
'Cause there are words I want to shout
I am passionate about my feelings for you and want to express them loudly
But maybe I'll stay low
I will try to keep my outbursts subdued and be patient for the right moments to express my feelings
With you
Because being with you is all that matters
Contributed by Isaiah W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.