Sway
Rhodes Lyrics


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Cold minded, even the straight lines start to sway
Blind sighted, everyone seems so far away
We were just out here walking
I don't how we came to stop here

Oh stay, sway together, sway together
Stay, sway together.
When were high up above and the night is all blind.
When were high up above and the night is all blind.

Cold breeze, knowingly whisper close to me
Tall trees, cover the lines where people meet
We were just out here walking
I don't how we came to stop here

So stay, sway together, sway together
Stay, sway together.
When were blinded now
When were blinded now
When were high up above and the night is all blind
When were high up above and the night is all blind
So stay, sway together, sway together




Stay, sway together.
Hold me tight.

Overall Meaning

Rhodes's song "Sway" evokes a sense of disconnection and isolation. The lyrics are introspective and hint at the confusion the singer is experiencing. The opening line of the song, "Cold minded, even the straight lines start to sway" suggests that the singer is struggling to find their place in the world. The mention of "straight lines" suggests rigidity and tight control and "sway" implies that things are starting to unravel.


The singer further describes their estrangement from the world in the lines "Blind sighted, everyone seems so far away." Again, the use of opposing ideas such as "blind" and "sighted" demonstrates the confusion the singer is experiencing. They seem aware of everything around them but unable to connect with anyone. This is compounded when the singer says, "I don't know how we came to stop here." They are lost and unsure of how they ended up where they are.


However, despite the sense of disorientation, the singer longs for connection. The repetition of "stay, sway together" suggests an intense desire for unity and togetherness. The lyrics "hold me tight" also imply a need for warmth and comfort. "Sway" is ultimately a plea for companionship from someone who is feeling alone and disoriented in the world.


Line by Line Meaning

Cold minded, even the straight lines start to sway
Despite appearing predictable, the world around me is also prone to change and unpredictability.


Blind sighted, everyone seems so far away
Unable to see clearly, I feel disconnected from those around me.


We were just out here walking
We were simply enjoying a leisurely stroll.


I don't how we came to stop here
I am unsure of how we ended up in this particular location.


Oh stay, sway together, sway together
Let's stay together and enjoy the movement and changes around us.


When were high up above and the night is all blind.
When we are above the ground and the darkness around us obscures our vision.


Cold breeze, knowingly whisper close to me
The chilly wind seems to be intentionally whispering secrets to me.


Tall trees, cover the lines where people meet
The trees obscure the paths where people usually interact.


So stay, sway together, sway together
Let's remain close and enjoy the movement of our surroundings.


When were blinded now
Our vision is impaired at this moment in time.


Hold me tight.
Embrace me closely and comfort me.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Nan.a

Cold minded, even the straight lines start to sway
Blind sighted, everyone seems so far away
We were just out here walking
I don’t how we came to stop here

Oh stay, sway together, sway together
Stay, sway together.
When were high up above and the night is all blind.
When were high up above and the night is all blind.

Cold breeze, knowingly whisper close to me
Tall trees, cover the lines where people meet
We were just out here walking
I don’t how we came to stop here

So stay, sway together, sway together
Stay, sway together.
When were blinded now
When were blinded now
When were high up above and the night is all blind
When were high up above and the night is all blind

So stay, sway together, sway together
Stay, sway together.
Hold me tight.



All comments from YouTube:

NeverDoubtTheHeart

I think Rhodes and Tom Odell need to work together and take over the world of real music

Kate Faraday

seriously though!

Nan.a

Cold minded, even the straight lines start to sway
Blind sighted, everyone seems so far away
We were just out here walking
I don’t how we came to stop here

Oh stay, sway together, sway together
Stay, sway together.
When were high up above and the night is all blind.
When were high up above and the night is all blind.

Cold breeze, knowingly whisper close to me
Tall trees, cover the lines where people meet
We were just out here walking
I don’t how we came to stop here

So stay, sway together, sway together
Stay, sway together.
When were blinded now
When were blinded now
When were high up above and the night is all blind
When were high up above and the night is all blind

So stay, sway together, sway together
Stay, sway together.
Hold me tight.

Nadia

How could I not know about this song until now?! Rhodes, you're special.

dasani367

i love when theres a pretty picture too...makes me love the song even more

MORindie

Been looking forward to this EP for a while... :)
➲ "Morning" EP: http://po.st/Morning
➲ ♡ on HypeM: http://mor.me/1z9k5Uk

DanYMA6

Love this song!!! Love Rhodes! But it reminds me of an old song, like 90's I think, especially the chorus and it's killing me trying to remember the name of it lol

TrackdayHam

Love this band

Liquix Music

This is one of my new favourite channels!<3

Marine P.

another awesome music channel. Glad i stumbled upon it 

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