Alright
Roseau Lyrics


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I wrap my arms around
I wrap my arms around you
I can't get close enough
I need some distance
To take in all of you
you give it life
you make the blood run through
come play the toxins in the absence of youth
we're alright
we're alright
we're alright
we're alright
I wrap my arms around
I wrap my arms around you
I can't get close enough
I made some distance
we're alright
we're alright
we're alright
we're alright
we're alright
we're alright




we're alright
we're alright

Overall Meaning

In Roseau's song "Alright," the lyrics are hauntingly beautiful in their simplicity. At first glance, the song seems to be about physical intimacy, with lines like "I wrap my arms around you, I can't get close enough." However, on further interpretation, it's clear that the song is actually about emotional intimacy and the desire to fully understand another person. The singer wants to "take in all of you" and "play the toxins in the absence of youth" - to really get to know someone on a deeper level, to share in their joys and their pain.


The repeated refrain of "we're alright" can be read in a few different ways. On one hand, it could be a reassurance to the other person that everything is okay, that they can be vulnerable together. On the other hand, it could be a reminder to the singer themselves - a mantra to convince themselves that they can handle the emotional intensity they're seeking.


Overall, "Alright" is a tender and honest depiction of the complexities of emotional intimacy. The ambiguity of the lyrics allows for multiple interpretations, making the song feel deeply personal to anyone who listens to it.


Line by Line Meaning

I wrap my arms around
I embrace you and hold you close


I wrap my arms around you
I want to be physically close to you


I can't get close enough
I desire even more physical intimacy


I need some distance
I recognize that too much closeness can be overwhelming and need some space


To take in all of you
To fully understand and appreciate who you are


you give it life
You bring energy and vitality into my life


you make the blood run through
You make me feel alive and passionate


come play the toxins in the absence of youth
Let's enjoy life and its pleasures, even as we grow older


we're alright
We are doing well and don't need anything more


we're alright
We are content and satisfied with our current state


we're alright
We are okay and can handle anything that comes our way


we're alright
We are happy and in a good place in our lives


I made some distance
I created some space for myself to feel more comfortable




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