1122
Restore Lyrics


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Carefully cradled surrounded by life lines.
Cage heaving, collapsing. Wait for the next time.

Below your bedside, it's hour 26.
The edges of our eyes, have yet to press a seal.
The pacing of footsteps have creased to skip a beat.
Numbers come and go, lines on the screen ebb and flow.
Whispering winds, stirring your sleeping.
While death's breath brushes your face.
Struggle you may, suffer you may.
But this is not your time nor your place.

Breathe deep. Take your time. Rest your head. Ease your mind.
You'll never be alone. We'll never leave this bed.
I know you're scared but a heart like yours knows no end.

A cycling of hands twined with your fingers.
Silently saying that we're always with you.
And we'll never let go. We'll never let go.

You have to make it through or we're not certain of what we'll do.
Who will be there to warm our hearts and brighten our world on the darkest of nights?

So come back to us, let us leave this place.




Take you home, we'll share in our love and speak of what was.
And most dear of all, see that smile on your face.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Restore's song "1122" describe a situation in which someone is in a hospital bed, fighting for their life. The person's condition is unstable, and they are connected to machines that monitor their vital signs. The lyrics illustrate the tension and anxiety that comes with waiting for news about the patient's condition, as well as the love and support of those who are there to comfort them. Despite the bleakness of the situation, the lyrics offer a message of hope, reminding the person that they are not alone and that they have the strength to pull through.


The imagery in the song is both vivid and poignant. The opening lines describe the patient being "carefully cradled surrounded by life lines," while the "cage heaving, collapsing" presumably refers to the sound of the patient's breathing. The chorus encourages the patient to "breathe deep," while also reassuring them that they are not alone. The symbolism of the "cycling of hands twined with your fingers" suggests a bond between the patient and their loved ones that will endure even in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

Carefully cradled surrounded by life lines.
You are being carefully taken care of, surrounded by medical equipment and personnel.


Cage heaving, collapsing. Wait for the next time.
Despite the medical care, your body is struggling and there is a sense of waiting for the next event.


Below your bedside, it's hour 26.
We have been here for a long time, it's been over a day.


The edges of our eyes, have yet to press a seal.
We have not slept, we are vigilant in our care for you.


The pacing of footsteps have creased to skip a beat.
We are tired and worried, our movements have become slower and less steady.


Numbers come and go, lines on the screen ebb and flow.
Medical readings are constantly changing, which is causing concern.


Whispering winds, stirring your sleeping.
The sounds of the hospital and medical equipment are present, even though you are sleeping.


While death's breath brushes your face.
There is a sense of your mortality, and that time may be running out.


Struggle you may, suffer you may.
You may be fighting to stay alive, and there may be painful moments.


But this is not your time nor your place.
Despite the struggles, it is not your time to pass away, and this is not your final resting place.


Breathe deep. Take your time. Rest your head. Ease your mind.
Try to relax and take deep breaths, let go of worry and stress.


You'll never be alone. We'll never leave this bed.
We will always be with you, never leaving your side.


I know you're scared but a heart like yours knows no end.
Although you may be afraid, your spirit is strong and will endure.


A cycling of hands twined with your fingers.
We are holding your hand and showing our support.


Silently saying that we're always with you.
Even without words, we want you to know that we are here for you.


And we'll never let go. We'll never let go.
We will never abandon you; our support will be constant.


You have to make it through or we're not certain of what we'll do.
We need you to survive, as it's difficult to imagine life without you.


Who will be there to warm our hearts and brighten our world on the darkest of nights?
You bring joy and light to our lives; we need you to survive.


So come back to us, let us leave this place.
We want you to get better so we can leave the hospital and return to our normal lives.


Take you home, we'll share in our love and speak of what was.
We want to take you home and show you how much we love you, and reflect on the experience we shared together.


And most dear of all, see that smile on your face.
The most important thing we want is for you to be happy and healthy again.




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