Bohlke’s search for honesty has taken him across some fairly expansive musical territory in the time since that first release. He’s shared stages with artists such as Badly Drawn Boy, Tom Morello and Gomez and, along the way, compiled an impressive collection of songs that were released as EP’s and digital singles. Tracks such as ‘The Weight of Us,’ ‘Search and Destroy,’ ‘The War’ and ‘Quiet Ye Voices’ are far from uniform but alike in their diversion from his earlier work – the tone is darker and the instrumentation more complex.
On the forthcoming new album, Ghost Boy, due for release in 2012, he continues his evolution with lush soundscapes that layer brooding and billowy textures against his soulful voice. Once again recorded in collaboration with producer Jeffrey Cain, they’ve perfected a soundworld that deftly highlights both the beauty and the dark romance of Bohlke’s songs.
Serious
Sanders Bohlke Lyrics
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I'll be serious, too
I'll rip your heart out
Like you want me to
I am serious
Are you serious?
I'll kiss your mouth
If you are serious
I'll be serious, too
I'll rip your heart out
Like you want me to
Why're you laughing?
This is serious
I can't love you
Like I want to
If you are serious
I'll be serious, too
I'll rip your heart out
Like you want me to
The lyrics of Sanders Bohlke’s song, “Serious,” paint a picture of a complicated relationship between two individuals. The singer of the song is willing to match the intensity of the other person’s feelings, but also acknowledges the risks involved. The opening lines, “If you are serious, I’ll be serious too,” sets the tone of the song. The singer is only willing to invest themselves emotionally if the other person is equally committed. The following line, “I’ll rip your heart out like you want me to,” further emphasizes this point. The singer is willing to expose themselves emotionally, even if it means getting hurt in the end.
The chorus is repeated several times throughout the song, each time with increasing intensity. “I am serious, are you serious?” the singer asks. The repetition of this line reinforces the idea of a conversation. The singer is looking for confirmation that the other person is willing to be equally invested in the relationship. The line, “I’ll kiss your mouth and you’ll be better for it” is a playful juxtaposition to the intensity of the previous lines. Despite the risks involved in the relationship, the singer is willing to take that risk for the sake of their love. Ultimately, the singer seems somewhat conflicted, closing with “I can’t love you like I want to.”
Overall, the lyrics of “Serious” suggest a relationship filled with both passion and risk. Both individuals involved are willing to expose themselves emotionally and physically, even if it means experiencing heartbreak in the end.
Line by Line Meaning
If you are serious
If you truly mean what you say
I'll be serious, too
I will also take this seriously and respond accordingly
I'll rip your heart out
I will be fully open and honest with you, even if it hurts
Like you want me to
As per your request or desire
I am serious
I am genuine and sincere in what I say
Are you serious?
Do you truly mean what you say or are you just joking?
I'll kiss your mouth
I will show affection towards you
and you'll be better for it
It will improve your well-being
Why're you laughing?
Why are you not taking this seriously?
This is serious
This is a matter that requires attention and consideration
I can't love you
I cannot express my love for you in the way that you deserve
Like I want to
As much as I desire to
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lisve
A very professional music video and a great song! :D
Sophiezation
the wait is over! finally something new, love it
Thomas Bell
Awesome!
Cole Atkins
Always great to see new stuff! Where was this filmed man?
Gabriela Esteves
Great video for an awesome music! ;)
pattpiha
finally!!! :)
tşt
Oh, great!
Edgar Doolan
yes yes yes. everything. also the nicest person I've ever met.
90291k
Sanders:
ARE YOU SERIOUS????
shayofcandyland
:)