Aeroplane
Rico Lyrics


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It's such a shame, shame you're wasting away
You can't stop kicking 'til your legs give way
You're mind's tick, ticking and the time's the same
I don't feel safe in an aeroplane

It's such a strange, strange way to behave
I say "see you later" then I give you a wave
I've got no reason why my sky's so blue
Since I've had a piece of you.

Stop asking me how I've been
I'm alright
Don't say you're sorry for anything you feel
It's alright
It's alright
It's alright

It's such a shame, shame I'm wasting away
My clothes don't fit me and I hate today
If I don't get bitter I won't get the pain
And I'm so happy I'm still the same
It's such a strange strange way to behave
I say "see you later" then I give you a wave
I've got no reason why my sky's so blue
Since I've had a taste of you

Its alright, it's alright




If I don't get bitter I don't get the pain
If I don't get bitter I don't get the pain

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of Rico's song Aeroplane indicate a feeling of disappointment and loss as he reflects on someone dear to him who is "wasting away." It could be a reference to drug abuse or some other addiction, as indicated by the line "you can't stop kicking 'til your legs give way." He is worried about their safety and security, especially when it comes to traveling on an aeroplane. Rico might imagine something disastrous happening if the person gets on a flight.


The next few lines talk about a separation of sorts, with Rico saying goodbye to someone he has been close to. His "sky's so blue" after the experience, possibly indicating that the person helped him find joy or comfort in his life. The song has a breakup or ending of a relationship vibe to it, from the lines "If I don't get bitter I won't get the pain." He accepts that the pain is a necessary part of life and must be experienced to grow and move on.


In summary, "Aeroplane" is a complex song that touches on several themes like addiction, separation, and emotional pain. It tells a story about someone facing their fears and accepting the reality of letting go of something they cherished while also facing the pains that come with it.


Line by Line Meaning

It's such a shame, shame you're wasting away
You're deteriorating and it's a pity.


You can't stop kicking 'til your legs give way
You keep going until you exhaust yourself.


You're mind's tick, ticking and the time's the same
Your mind is racing and time is stagnant.


I don't feel safe in an aeroplane
I don't trust being in an aircraft with you.


It's such a strange, strange way to behave
Your behavior is perplexing.


I say 'see you later' then I give you a wave
I bid farewell with a wave.


I've got no reason why my sky's so blue
I don't know why I feel so content.


Since I've had a piece of you.
Since I've had a taste of you.


Stop asking me how I've been I'm alright
Don't question my wellness, I'm fine.


Don't say you're sorry for anything you feel It's alright It's alright It's alright
No need to apologize for your emotions. Everything is okay.


It's such a shame, shame I'm wasting away My clothes don't fit me and I hate today
My life is deteriorating and it's disappointing. I'm unhappy with my appearance.


If I don't get bitter I won't get the pain And I'm so happy I'm still the same
If I don't let resentment consume me, I won't feel as much pain. And I'm content with who I am.




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Gary Brocklehurst

How does this only have 724 views? :/ Got this album secondhand back in the early 2000s and loved every minute of it...

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