1) Rogue States was a … Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) Rogue States was a collaboration project consisting of all four members of Bozart and Wicketran.
2) An indie rock band from Birmingham, UK. http://www.roguestates.net
Second Wave
Rogue States Lyrics
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No ocean there for us to cross
The distance is here
I can almost make you out in the shapes
Like sketches from a different life
Something's wrong
I don't know if I can hold on
You don't even know how it feels sometimes
Loving you the way that I do
Is this the second wave or did we tune out?
Did we really think that we could pretend?
Nothing's changed, changed, changed
You don't even know what it's like
You don't even know how it feels sometimes
Loving you the way that I do
I'll be on the second wave
Riding on the back of the wings of change
When love is all we've got to go on
Love is all I've got to go on
Love is all we've got to hold on
Love is all I've got to go
You don't even know what it's like
You don't even know how it feels sometimes
Loving you the way that I do
High above the ocean wall
Far out of earshot of the silence call
This is now the second wave
The lyrics of Rogue States' song Second Wave seem to be about a relationship that is struggling to survive due to distance and possibly other reasons. The singer talks about how there is only one reason holding them back now, and there is no ocean they need to cross for them to be together. It seems like they are close yet far from each other, and they can almost see each other's shapes but not quite. The singer feels that something is wrong and doesn't know if they can hold on to the relationship.
The chorus talks about how the person they love doesn't even know what it's like to feel the way they do, and if they are on the second wave or if they have given up on the relationship. The singer seems to be questioning whether they can pretend that nothing has changed or not. The second verse has similar lyrics to the first, but the bridge talks about how love is all they have to hold onto, and the final chorus repeats the same lyrics.
Overall, the lyrics of Second Wave seem to be about the difficulties of a long-distance relationship and the uncertainty of whether it can survive the distance or not. The song has an atmospheric and dreamy quality to it, adding to the sense of emotional turmoil and longing.
Line by Line Meaning
There is only reason now, holding us back
The only thing stopping us from moving forward is our own logic and reasoning
No ocean there for us to cross
We don't have any large obstacles in our way
The distance is here
The emotional distance between us is present and felt
I can almost make you out in the shapes
I can almost see and understand who you are based on the limited information I have
Like sketches from a different life
The memories of you feel distant and disconnected, like they're from a past life
Something's wrong
I sense that something is off or not right in our relationship
I don't know if I can hold on
I'm not sure I can continue to endure the hardships of our relationship
You don't even know what it's like
You lack understanding and empathy for my emotional experiences
You don't even know how it feels sometimes
You have no idea the emotional toll loving you takes on me
Loving you the way that I do
Despite the difficulties, I still love you deeply
Is this the second wave or did we tune out?
Are we experiencing a second wave of passion and love, or did we simply become indifferent to each other?
Did we really think that we could pretend?
Did we honestly believe we could fake a loving relationship?
Nothing's changed, changed, changed
Despite attempts to force change, nothing has truly improved or transformed
I'll be on the second wave
I'm embracing the possibility of a renewed love and passion in our relationship
Riding on the back of the wings of change
I'm hopeful and optimistic that positive transformation is on the horizon
When love is all we've got to go on
Love is the only thing that's keeping us going and giving us hope
Love is all I've got to go on
Personally, love is the only thing that keeps me motivated and inspired
Love is all we've got to hold on
For the both of us, love is the only thing that keeps our relationship grounded and connected
High above the ocean wall
We're transcending above any potential obstacles blocking our relationship
Far out of earshot of the silence call
We're too far gone to hear any doubts or criticisms regarding our relationship
This is now the second wave
We are now experiencing a new and revitalized wave of passion and love in our relationship
Contributed by Connor Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sid Shorthouse
Great catchy song and an amazing live band. They supported the sunshine underground recently and were amazing.
playthehits
Brilliant. Rogue States' debut album can't come soon enough!
principlephoto
Great video and song by an amazing band.
Alex Clarke
Amazing, can't wait for the EP!!
Peter Davies
Great idea - great vid. x