Chains
Sons & Daughters Lyrics
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What it takes to make a show
'Cause who wants to be ignored?
Who wants to be alone?
I'll give you one, two, three, four
You're out on the streets, knock-knocking every door
Six, seven, eight, nine
Never beat me, please believe me
There's a river running through me
I don't need no reason or a changing season
Out of the rain and the chain, chain, chains
Drag myself up to bring you down and you said
Too much tragedy in this woman
Cannot help but be impressed
By your logic and your state of interest
I'll give you one, two, three, four, five
If you know what's good you'd better look alive
Six, seven, eight, nine
Nowhere to run so hide, hide, hide
Never beat me, please believe me
There's a river running through me
I don't need no reason or a changing season
Out of the rain and the chain, chain, chains
Gotta laugh on back at love
Gotta laugh on back at love
A river's too much to love
Jump out before it floods
Never beat me, please leave me
There's a river running through me
I don't need no reason or a changing season
Out of the rain and the chain, chain, chains
Never beat me, please believe me
There's a river running through me
I don't need no reason or a changing season
Out of the rain and the chain, chain, chains
The song "Chains" by Sons & Daughters is about struggle and the desire to be noticed and loved. The singer describes a person who is forced to knock on doors, seeking someone who will listen to them. They feel alone and ignored, wishing for somebody to care about them. Furthermore, they seem to be in a toxic relationship with someone who is always bringing them down, but at the same time, impresses them with their intellect. The singer is aware of the situation but is determined to break away from the chains that bind them. They don't need a reason to leave or change their life, and they don't want to be beaten.
The lyrics are full of esotericism and metaphors, encouraging the listener to interpret the song in different ways. The river running through the singer is an interesting image as it often symbolizes the emotions and experiences that shape a person's life. It shows that the singer is not passive but rather in control of their life. The chains represent a feeling of entrapment or being held back by negative emotions or relationships. The repeated use of numbers like "one, two, three, four" and "six, seven, eight, nine" creates a sense of order and perhaps signifies a countdown, suggesting the end of a particular period or relationship. The last line of the song "Jump out before it floods" acts as the final warning for the singer and listeners to break away from the destructive cycle before it's too late.
Line by Line Meaning
Saw him standing there and I know
I saw him and understood his desire to be noticed and acknowledged.
What it takes to make a show
I know the effort and performance required to captivate an audience.
'Cause who wants to be ignored?
No one wants to be overlooked or rejected.
Who wants to be alone?
Everyone desires connection and companionship.
I'll give you one, two, three, four
I'll count down the chances you have left to succeed.
You're out on the streets, knock-knocking every door
You're tirelessly seeking opportunities everywhere.
Six, seven, eight, nine
Time is running out, and you're running out of chances.
Nobody home, ran out of time
All doors are closed, and there are no more opportunities.
Never beat me, please believe me
Trust me, I am strong and won't be defeated.
There's a river running through me
My emotions and passions run deep and constant like a river.
I don't need no reason or a changing season
I don't require justification or seasonal changes to feel this way.
Out of the rain and the chain, chain, chains
I am free from restrictions and constraints.
Drag myself up to bring you down and you said
I elevate myself to cause your downfall, and you acknowledge it.
Too much tragedy in this woman
I have experienced much sorrow and misfortune as a woman.
Cannot help but be impressed
I can't deny that your actions leave an impact on me.
By your logic and your state of interest
Your rationale and mindset intrigue me.
I'll give you one, two, three, four, five
I'll give you a few more chances to redeem yourself.
If you know what's good you'd better look alive
If you're smart, you'll be alert and ready to act.
Six, seven, eight, nine
Time is running out, and you're running out of chances.
Nowhere to run so hide, hide, hide
There are no escape routes, so you have to hide from the truth.
Gotta laugh on back at love
I need to laugh about the pain love has caused me.
A river's too much to love
Loving someone too deeply can be overwhelming.
Jump out before it floods
I need to leave before my emotions become too intense and flood over me.
Never beat me, please leave me
Don't harm me, just let me be.
Never beat me, please believe me
Trust me, I won't be beaten or broken.
Out of the rain and the chain, chain, chains
I am free from restrictions and pains of the past.
There's a river running through me
My emotions and passions run deep and constant like a river.
I don't need no reason or a changing season
I don't require justification or seasonal changes to feel this way.
Out of the rain and the chain, chain, chains
I am free from restrictions and constraints.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ADELE BETHEL, AILIDH LENNON, DAVID GOW, SCOTT KENNETH PATERSON
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