Moments
Red House Painters (LocoStavos) Lyrics
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curled up and warm like easter's child
a breath so faint, angelic weight
i can't deny
that i drift sometimes
even in these loving moments
to summery fields i call my own
at one with my death
with limbs outstretched
i can't deny
that i'm weak sometimes
even in my strongest moments
and the way you cry at me
i don't know why
you stay
The lyrics to Red House Painters' song "Moments" convey a sense of vulnerability and introspection. The singer describes the feeling of being curled up in a warm, comfortable space, but also acknowledges that he sometimes drifts away from these loving moments and into thoughts of his own mortality. The mention of "summery fields" and feeling "at one with my death" suggests a desire to escape the present moment and retreat to a more peaceful state.
The second verse continues with this theme of vulnerability as the singer admits his weakness, despite moments of strength. The line "the way you cry at me, I don't know why you stay" hints at a fragile relationship, where the other person may feel more strongly than the singer does. Overall, the lyrics capture a sense of emotional fragility and a longing for peace and escape.
Line by Line Meaning
gently in these ragged folds
Peacefully resting in the imperfect creases of a bed or blanket
curled up and warm like easter's child
Cozily wrapped up like a child on Easter morning
a breath so faint, angelic weight
A gentle, almost imperceptible breath with a heavenly presence
i can't deny
Admitting the truth
that i drift sometimes
Sometimes losing focus or daydreaming
even in these loving moments
Even when surrounded by warmth and affection
to summery fields i call my own
Thinking of personal, idyllic summer scenes
where i can lie and in them feel
A place to lay down and truly experience
at one with my death
A sense of peace and acceptance related to the inevitability of one's own mortality
with limbs outstretched
In a relaxed and vulnerable position
i can't deny
Reiterating the previous admission of truth
that i'm weak sometimes
Acknowledging vulnerability and moments of fragility
even in my strongest moments
Even during the times when one feels most competent or in control
and the way you cry at me
The emotional response of a loved one
i don't know why
Uncertainty and confusion about the emotional reaction
you stay
Expressing appreciation for the constancy and support of another person
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Mark Edward Kozelek
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