Rose
Sebastian Lyrics


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She's been down this road before so she's thinking
„Everybody overboard, the ship's sinking“
The Captain at the helm of the bar still drinking
There's a warning light in her face still blinking

It's easy if you want to just stick with the crowd (oh-oh)
But he's all in and she wants out
Raising her fist like she's going to fight
Breathing the text, that she's not coming home tonight

(Mhm, oh-oh, oh-oh-oh)

She's like a wild, wild Irish Rose (Rose)
She'll leave a trail of dead wherever she goes (goes)
Afraid of losing what you'll never control (-trol)
You know she's beautiful
Her love is beautiful

Trying to put the pieces back together with pride (oh-oh)
Trying not to listen when she's picking a fight
Remembering the words that „She would never be“
If he surrenders now, it's like saying he's the enemy

If we could see the future, then we'd know what to do (oh-oh)
But we're living in the dark, if we can't hear the truth
Trying to keep his head up at the turn of the tide
Trying to put the pieces back together with pride

(Mhm, oh-oh, oh-oh-oh)

She's like a wild, wild Irish Rose (Rose)
She'll leave a trail of dead wherever she goes (goes)
Afraid of losing what you'll never control (-trol)
You know she's beautiful
Her love is beautiful

She's like a wild, wild Irish Rose (Rose)
She'll leave a trail of dead wherever she goes (goes)
Afraid of losing what you'll never control (-trol)




You know she's beautiful
Her love is beautiful

Overall Meaning

The song "Rosé" by Sebastian is all about a woman who has been down a similar road before and is now suggesting that everyone abandon ship since the ship is sinking. Despite this dire situation, the captain still drinks at the helm and she continues to be vigilant, with a warning light flashing in her face. The woman's character is rebellious and does not conform to societal norms. She gives the impression that it is simpler to stick with the crowd but also wants out. The lyrics suggest that she is ready to fight and to run away. The refrain "she's like a wild, wild Irish Rose" is repeated throughout the song and is a metaphor for her wild, untamed spirit. Despite all of her rebellious behaviors, the chorus points out that she is beautiful and that her love is beautiful as well.


The second verse explores the idea of putting the pieces back together with pride. She tries not to pay attention when she is picking a fight, and she remembers the words that she would never be a person who surrenders. The song talks about living in the dark, but also emphasizes that we need to hear the truth. The chorus is repeated again and it is emphasized that the woman is like a wild, wild Irish Rose who will leave a trail of dead wherever she goes.


Line by Line Meaning

She's been down this road before so she's thinking
She has encountered similar situations in the past and is reflecting on her past experiences.


Everybody overboard, the ship's sinking
The situation has escalated to a point where it is dire and needs immediate action.


The Captain at the helm of the bar still drinking
The leader is not taking responsibility and is instead avoiding their duties by indulging themselves.


There's a warning light in her face still blinking
She is keenly aware of the danger and knows that she needs to act quickly.


It's easy if you want to just stick with the crowd (oh-oh)
Going with the flow is simple and requires no effort, but it may not be the right choice for everyone.


But he's all in and she wants out
Her partner is fully committed to the situation, whereas she desires to distance herself from it.


Raising her fist like she's going to fight
She is ready to face resistance and defend her stance if necessary.


Breathing the text, that she's not coming home tonight
She is communicating that she is not willing to compromise and might not return home until things are resolved.


She's like a wild, wild Irish Rose (Rose)
She is unpredictable and untamed, like a rose that grows wildly and freely.


She'll leave a trail of dead wherever she goes (goes)
Her actions may have repercussions and consequences that affect others.


Afraid of losing what you'll never control (-trol)
It is futile to try and hold onto things that are beyond our control, and this fear may lead to irrational actions.


You know she's beautiful
Despite her flaws and complexities, she is still a remarkable and admirable person.


Trying to put the pieces back together with pride (oh-oh)
She is attempting to fix the situation on her own terms, whilst retaining her sense of self-worth.


Trying not to listen when she's picking a fight
She is trying to remain firm in her convictions and not succumb to others' attempts to provoke her.


Remembering the words that „She would never be“
Her memories of past criticism and rejection fuel her determination to prove her worth and succeed.


If he surrenders now, it's like saying he's the enemy
Giving up now would feel like betraying the cause and would be detrimental to the overall mission.


If we could see the future, then we'd know what to do (oh-oh)
Uncertainty about the future can make decision-making challenging and difficult.


But we're living in the dark, if we can't hear the truth
Without access to relevant and accurate information, decision-making can be compromised and ineffective.


Trying to keep his head up at the turn of the tide
Despite the changing circumstances, he is trying to remain optimistic and resolute.


She's like a wild, wild Irish Rose (Rose)
She is unpredictable and untamed, like a rose that grows wildly and freely.


She'll leave a trail of dead wherever she goes (goes)
Her actions may have repercussions and consequences that affect others.


Afraid of losing what you'll never control (-trol)
It is futile to try and hold onto things that are beyond our control, and this fear may lead to irrational actions.


You know she's beautiful
Despite her flaws and complexities, she is still a remarkable and admirable person.


Her love is beautiful
Her character and values, including her love for others, are particularly worthy of praise.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Imran Abbas, Raymond Michael Garvey, Thomas Kessler

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