Time Out
Rina Sawayama Lyrics
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See me taking up in a hot air balloon
Away, away from you
There ain′t no room for two
'Cause baby all I needed is time
Time out
Away, away, away I go
Away, away from you
Singing to my own tune
′Cause baby all I needed is time
Time out
Time out
Time out
Time out
Time out
In Rina Sawayama's song "Time Out," the lyrics convey a strong desire for independence and space. The repetitive phrases "Away, away, away I go" and "See me taking up in a hot air balloon" create a sense of escapism and a yearning to be free from the constraints of a relationship. The hot air balloon and spaceship imagery symbolize the singer's desire to rise above the situation and explore new possibilities. The chorus, "′Cause baby all I needed is time, Time out," highlights the need for a break or distance to reflect on oneself and find personal growth.
The lyrics suggest that the singer feels suffocated or overwhelmed by the presence of another person. The line "There ain't no room for two" suggests a feeling of being crowded or confined. By seeking solace in solitude and creating her own rhythm or tune, the singer asserts her individuality and desires to find her own path.
Overall, "Time Out" is a song about finding independence, taking a break from a relationship, and prioritizing personal growth and exploration. The lyrics reflect an earnest desire for freedom, self-discovery, and the need for space to find one's own identity.
Line by Line Meaning
Away, away, away I go
I am leaving, distancing myself from you
See me taking up in a hot air balloon
Observe me rising above, seeking freedom and escape
Away, away from you
Far away from your presence
There ain't no room for two
There is no space for both of us
'Cause baby all I needed is time
Because all I needed was time alone
Time out
Taking a break, pausing from the situation
See me flying in my spaceship to the moon
Witness me soaring towards the moon in my spacecraft
Singing to my own tune
Expressing myself and following my own path
'Cause baby all I needed is time
Because all I needed was time for myself
Time out
Taking a break, pausing from the situation
Time out
Taking a break, pausing from the situation
Time out
Taking a break, pausing from the situation
Time out
Taking a break, pausing from the situation
Writer(s): Adam Crisp, Rina Sawayama
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