It's Our Job
Sondre Lerche Lyrics


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I was floating on a stream
Words came easy as the seemed
And as conversations go
I let this one go off enough
Tonight I'll just sit here on my back

When you're applauding your fine mind
Darker corners come to shine
The quality control I run
The filters that I use
What I've forgotten.is now forgotten
What I've forgotten.is now forgotten

But I think you're in my soul

And it warms me to know
that you'll still be in charge of the heart's content
It's our job
It's our job to breathe

Yes it warms me to know
that I'll still be in charge of your heart's content




It's our job
It's our job to breathe

Overall Meaning

In Sondre Lerche's song "It's Our Job," the lyricist describes a moment of creative inspiration and the ways in which he allows certain conversations and thoughts to slip away in order to focus on the ones that matter most. The imagery of a stream suggests the flow of ideas and the ease with which language comes when in the right state of mind. However, as the song progresses, it becomes clear that there is another person who is also important to the singer. The line "But I think you're in my soul" suggests a deep connection to someone that goes beyond simply creative energy.


As the song progresses, there is a shift in focus from individual creation to shared experience. The repetition of the line "It's our job to breathe" drives home the idea that life and love are things that must be actively worked on and maintained. The singer acknowledges that they will each have control over the other's hearts, but it is their collective responsibility to ensure that they continue to thrive.


Overall, the song is a meditation on the power of creation and the importance of human connection. The opening verse deals with the individual process of creating, while the later verses emphasize the need for partnership and shared responsibility.


Line by Line Meaning

I was floating on a stream
I was in a state of ease and comfort


Words came easy as they seemed
I found it effortless to express myself


And as conversations go, I let this one go off enough
I allowed the conversation to drift away


Tonight I'll just sit here on my back
I will simply relax and not take any action


When you're applauding your fine mind
When you're feeling proud of your intelligence


Darker corners come to shine
Negative aspects of your personality become more apparent


The quality control I run
The standards I hold myself to


The filters that I use
The limitations I place on myself


What I've forgotten is now forgotten
Things I have forgotten are no longer a concern


But I think you're in my soul
I feel a strong connection to you


And it warms me to know that you'll still be in charge of the heart's content
I am happy that you will take care of matters of the heart


It's our job, It's our job to breathe
Our task is to simply live and be present


Yes it warms me to know that I'll still be in charge of your heart's content
I am pleased that I can still make you happy


It's our job, It's our job to breathe
Our responsibility is to live and breathe




Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SONDRE LERCHE VAULAR

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Comments from YouTube:

@dirtporcelain

Wasn't my favorite when I first heard this wonderful album but I come back to this the most. Truly wonderful.

@mikesinclair7135

So so beautiful... I love this song... and this album... probably still my favourite.

@MaebeIf

~ Ughh, Love him and his music, Such great Talent! ~

@DCristotallyawesome

His voice... <3

@pandiimore2

oooh, come on, Sondre, I know you want to come to Mexico sooo bad ;)

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