Alright
Sam Bisbee Lyrics
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You're having one of those bad, bad days and
Can tell by the way that you're standing there,
This time badness is never going to come to an end.
I want to hold you
I want to touch you right now
You're saying you need just a little bit of your own space.
It's out of this dark tired place and say
Everything is going to be alright
So close your eyes
And sleep through the night
Tonight.. tonight.
Before I know, you're shouting out
You take it out, breaking out, down on the floor.
Is it chemical or physical?
I don't know..
All I know is it makes me feel like I can't hold on.
'And after all the hurt we left on the side is out,
Were we just passing time?
Honey I'm on fire or wrapped in dry ice
As your hand inches closer and closer and closer to mine, saying
Everything is going to be alright,
So close your eyes,
Sleep through the night.
Everything is going to be alright,
So close your eyes,
Sleep through the night,
Tonight.. yea..yea ..yea
Tonight..yea yea.. yea.
Tonight... tonight.
Tonight .....
The song 'Alright' by Sam Bisbee showcases the struggles faced by a person during a bad day. The beginning of the song portrays the situation where the singer is trying to console his/her partner who is going through a tough time. The partner seems to have given up hope and is convinced that things are not going to get better. The singer tries to provide comfort and reassurance, but it seems like nothing is working. The tone of the song shifts when the partner's emotions explode, and he/she lashes out. This sudden outburst questions the stability of their relationship and whether the time they spent together was worth it.
The chorus of the song holds the message of hope and comfort that the singer is trying to provide to his/her partner. The words, "Everything is going to be alright, so close your eyes, and sleep through the night" are repeated throughout the song, emphasizing that the problems faced by the partner are temporary and will pass with time. The ending of the song leaves the listener with the feeling that there is still hope for the relationship and that the struggles that they face are part of a journey that will eventually lead to a positive outcome.
Line by Line Meaning
Can hear it in your voice
I can sense that something is troubling you just by the tone of your voice.
You're having one of those bad, bad days and
Today is one of those days when everything seems to be going wrong for you.
Can tell by the way that you're standing there,
Your posture indicates that you are not feeling confident or comfortable.
This time badness is never going to come to an end.
You seem to be overwhelmed by the current situation, and it feels like it will never improve.
I want to hold you
I want to offer you physical comfort and support.
I want to touch you right now
I want to show you that I am here for you, and that you are not alone.
You're saying you need just a little bit of your own space.
You are asking for some time and space to deal with your feelings on your own terms.
And though I do everything and anything within my power,
I am doing everything I can to help you, but sometimes this may not be enough.
It's out of this dark tired place and say
I am trying to reassure you that things will get better, even if it feels dark and hopeless right now.
Everything is going to be alright
I am affirming that everything will work itself out in the end, and that you will be okay.
So close your eyes
I am encouraging you to relax and let go of your worries, even just for a moment.
And sleep through the night
I hope that you can find peace in your sleep, and wake up feeling refreshed and renewed.
Before I know, you're shouting out
Suddenly, you are overcome by intense emotions and you begin to express them outwardly.
You take it out, breaking out, down on the floor.
You seem to be releasing your feelings physically, perhaps even by crying or screaming.
Is it chemical or physical?
I am unsure if your behavior is caused by something physical, such as an illness, or something emotional.
I don't know..
I am admitting that I am uncertain about what is causing your distress.
All I know is it makes me feel like I can't hold on.
Seeing you in so much pain makes me feel powerless and overwhelmed.
'And after all the hurt we left on the side is out,
I am acknowledging all the past pain and hurt that we have experienced together.
Were we just passing time?
I am questioning whether our relationship was just temporary, or if it truly has meaning and depth.
Honey I'm on fire or wrapped in dry ice
I feel intense emotions, whether it is passion or pain, and I am struggling to cope with them.
As your hand inches closer and closer and closer to mine, saying
As you reach out to me, I am comforted by the physical touch and reassurance that you provide.
Tonight.. yea..yea ..yea
I am hoping that this moment of peace and comfort will help us both to sleep soundly tonight.
Tonight..yea yea.. yea.
The repetition of tonight serves to emphasize the sense of urgency and immediacy in my words.
Tonight...
I am underscoring the importance of this moment, and hoping that it will have a lasting impact.
Tonight .....
My repetition of tonight signifies my determination to offer comfort to my loved one, no matter what.
Contributed by Caroline T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.