Flame
Seldom Lyrics
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It lit a fire from town to town
Who knew it would last so long?
I haven't had luck betting on us
you've seen me desperate
Letting go on aspirin
I've seen you forgive me
And for so long it's been you & me
You'd even say we're family
Who knew it would last so long?
I haven't had luck betting on us
You've seen me desperate
Letting go on aspirin
I've seen you forgive me
You forgive me
The song "Flame" by Seldom is an introspective piece that delves into the complex emotions and dynamics of a long-term relationship. The opening lines "This little flame grew big & strong, It lit a fire from town to town" suggests that the flame between the two individuals grew gradually and organically, spreading its warmth across various locations. However, the subsequent line "Who knew it would last so long?" hints at a sense of surprise and possible insecurity. It seems like the longevity of the relationship is unexpected or perhaps even uncertain.
The chorus features the lines "You've seen me desperate, Letting go on aspirin, I've seen you forgive me, You forgive me." These lines expose the vulnerability and turmoil that sometimes arises in relationships. The singer appears to have been desperate and reaching for medication (aspirin) to alleviate their emotional pain. On the other hand, the other person in the relationship forgave them, indicating that forgiveness is a critical aspect of their bond.
The verse "And for so long it's been you and me, You'd even say we're family" reinforces the depth of the relationship, with the idea that these two people are akin to family. However, the repetition of the lyrics "I haven't had luck betting on us" throughout the song creates a sense of ambiguity and potential doubts. It shows that the singer is perhaps worried about the future of the relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
This little flame grew big & strong
The spark of love between two people grew into an intense relationship
It lit a fire from town to town
Their love was so powerful that it became known to everyone around them
Who knew it would last so long?
Despite the challenges they faced, their love endured longer than expected
I haven't had luck betting on us
Their relationship had been unpredictable and uncertain, and the artist was unsure of its future
You've seen me desperate
The artist had been vulnerable and in need of their partner's support at times
Letting go on aspirin
The singer resorted to medication to cope with the emotional pain they were experiencing
I've seen you forgive me
The singer's partner had shown forgiveness and understanding in their relationship
And for so long it's been you & me
Their relationship had endured for a significant period of time and they had become each other's closest companion
You'd even say we're family
Their relationship had become as close and important as that of a family member
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@dannywelch9492
2018 checking in. Been listening to this album since around 2003 or 4. It's still just just as haunting and magical as it was back then. One of many great albums that succeeded in making an "I have to listen to this whole thing" type release. Such a great narrative throughout with a cadence and parlance that allows one to hear exactly what is going on. I'm a metal fan by frequency and abundance and still play this album often. great job to all involved.
@sacredbonesrecords
Anyone know where can I hear the whole album digitally? Huge fan of this and the EP