They have the heart of at least 10 champion bull fighters. And these boys play hard, like a rock, which is rather appropriate because they're a rock band. Not so unlike a finely aged wine, it's clear that they just keep getting better with age.
Winter Bones
Reckless Serenade Lyrics
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All the years I thought I'd wasted
Every song I wrote and hated
Well I guess they're worth it now
I am learning to take things in stride
I am finding myself in the words that I write
I'm watching you across the room
Over this sleeping town
And I couldn't help but smile as you bit your lip and riled up the boys for miles around
I had no doubts
You had me in the clouds
And I said "oh no, tell me you won't go
We could stay up all night, talk until the sunrise
I could think of nothing better, than you and me together
And if you'd give me just a chance to prove you're everything I need
If you'd follow my lead, the weight the world wouldn't feel so heavy"
Color myself jaded
All the years where I just waited
Not to feel so alienated, well I guess those days are gone
I'm starting to feel alright
With your help and your hand I will be just fine
It felt like time slowed down, I felt my heartbeat twice as loud
As my feet began to move
And I snapped out of this trance, when I saw that you caught my glance
And there was nothing left to do, I walked up to you
And I told you the truth
And I said "oh no, tell me you won't go
We could stay up all night, talk until the sunrise
I could think of nothing better, than you and me together
And if you'd give me just a chance to prove you're everything I need
If you'd follow my lead, the weight the world wouldn't feel so heavy"
You looked towards the floor
Cheeks flushed and smiling, you warmed me to the core
You laughed and shut the door
You said "You were in my dreams, now you are in my arms
I'm learning to wait out the weather, to never, oh never, say never
You were in my dreams, I feared of false alarms,
I can think of nothing better than you and me together,
Just tell me you won't go, we could stay up all night pretend we won't grow old
Just tell me you won't go, we'll talk until the sunrise warms our winter bones
Warms our winter bones.
The lyrics of Reckless Serenade's "Winter Bones" evoke a sense of longing and vulnerability as the singer reflects on their past experiences and expresses their desire to be with someone. The opening lines reveal a sense of disappointment and disillusionment with their creative process, as the singer admits to feeling jaded and frustrated with the songs they have written. However, they realize that these experiences were necessary to get to where they are now and find comfort in expressing themselves through their writing.
The focus then shifts to the other person in the room, who catches the singer's attention with their captivating eyes and charismatic personality. The singer admits to being smitten with this person and openly expresses their desire to spend time with them. They want to talk all night and get to know each other better, hoping that this person could be the missing piece in their life.
As the song progresses, the singer becomes more confident and self-assured, thanks to the support and encouragement of the person they are interested in. They feel that they can now face the world with this person by their side and are no longer afraid of feeling alienated. The final lines of the song express the ultimate goal – to stay together and stay warm in each other's company, even as the winter chill sets in.
Overall, "Winter Bones" is a song that explores the emotions of longing, vulnerability, and the hope of finding love and companionship. The singer realizes the value of their past experiences and is willing to take a chance on someone new, hoping that they can find a sense of belonging and warmth.
Line by Line Meaning
Color myself jaded
I feel cynical and disillusioned.
All the years I thought I'd wasted
I regret the time spent on things that didn't matter.
Every song I wrote and hated
I didn't appreciate my own creative output until now.
Well I guess they're worth it now
In hindsight, those experiences were valuable.
I am learning to take things in stride
I'm developing a more resilient attitude towards life's challenges.
I am finding myself in the words that I write
Writing is helping me understand myself better.
Your weathered eyes poured out like the moon
Your eyes are filled with emotion, like the full moon.
Over this sleeping town
We're in a quiet, peaceful place.
And I couldn't help but smile as you bit your lip and riled up the boys for miles around
I'm charmed by your confidence and the way you captivate those around you.
I had no doubts
I was sure of my feelings.
You had me in the clouds
You made me feel happy and dreamy.
We could stay up all night, talk until the sunrise
I don't want the conversation to end.
I'm starting to feel alright
Your presence is making me feel better.
All the years where I just waited
I lost time waiting for something good to happen.
Not to feel so alienated, well I guess those days are gone
I don't feel as isolated anymore, and that's a relief.
With your help and your hand I will be just fine
You're making me feel more confident about facing the future.
I walked up to you and I told you the truth
I opened up and shared my feelings with you.
You looked towards the floor
You were shy or embarrassed.
Cheeks flushed and smiling, you warmed me to the core
Your blushing and smiling made me feel happy and reassured.
You laughed and shut the door
You were playful and closed the door behind us.
You were in my dreams, now you are in my arms
My dreams of being with you are coming true.
I'm learning to wait out the weather, to never, oh never, say never
I'm becoming more patient and optimistic.
Just tell me you won't go, we could stay up all night pretend we won't grow old
I want to spend as much time with you as possible.
Just tell me you won't go, we'll talk until the sunrise warms our winter bones
I want you to stay with me, and we'll have deep conversations until the morning comes.
Warms our winter bones.
Being with you makes us feel warm and alive, even in the cold of winter.
Contributed by Thomas C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Meghan Haskell
this isn't winter bones x.x