Pick Up The Phone
Royal Teeth Lyrics

The lyrics of Royal Teeth's "Pick Up The Phone" describe a sense of frustration and longing for connection with someone the singer deeply cares about. The song begins with the singer calling to let the person know that they are on their way, but the act of driving is no longer as simple as it used to be when they had nowhere to go. Instead, the singer has found that being in the arms of the person is the best place to be when they feel like they are losing control. However, despite the singer's attempts to reach out to this person, they are never able to get through. The repeated phrase "I call but you're never home" highlights the singer's growing desperation and isolation.

The second verse of the song highlights how the singer feels like they are in a constant battle. The person they care about has left them feeling lost and disconnected, but when they offer a glimmer of hope, it is quickly taken away again. The simile "fighting like a tiger shark" highlights the singer's tenacity in trying to hold onto the words that the person says. However, ultimately, they are left alone, grappling with the fear of being abandoned.

In the chorus, the singer begs the person to pick up the phone and listen to their heart. They ask for the person to stop tearing their heart apart and to reassure them that they are wrong, but that they are still committed to the singer. The repetition of the phrase "Tell me that you're mine" highlights the need for reassurance and stability in the singer's relationship.

Overall, "Pick Up The Phone" is a heartfelt plea for connection and reassurance in the face of fear and abandonment.