Sophie Milman is a student of commerce at the University of Toronto.
Triste
Sophie Milman Lyrics
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Far from your tranquil altitude
Sad is to know that no one ever can live on a dream
That never can be, will never be
Dreamer awake, wake up and see
Your beauty is an aeroplane
So high my heart can't bear the strain
Only to cause me pain
Sad is to live in solitude
Sad is to live in solitude
Far from your tranquil altitude
Sad is to know that no one ever can live on a dream
That never can be, will never be
Dreamer awake, wake up and see
Your beauty is an aeroplane
So high my heart can't bear the strain
A heart that stops when you pass by
Only to cause me pain
Sad is to live in solitude
The lyrics of Sophie Milman's song Triste convey a sense of longing and despair. The artist emphasizes the sadness of solitude, the pain of having an unattainable dream, and the beauty of the object of the dream. The lyrics use metaphorical language to describe the subject of the dream as an "aeroplane" soaring at a "tranquil altitude." The imagery is visual, vividly conveying the distance between the singer and the object of their desire.
The lyrics also reflect a sense of hopelessness, as the dream is described as one that "never can be, will never be." The pain of the unattainable is emphasized by the way the song describes the heart "stopping" when the object of the dream passes by. This reinforces the idea that the singer is powerless to act upon their desire, amplifying the sense of sadness and frustration.
Overall, Sophie Milman's Triste is a poignant portrayal of the pain of longing and unfulfilled desire, using metaphorical language and vivid imagery to convey a sense of desperation and helplessness.
Line by Line Meaning
Sad is to live in solitude
Living alone with no one to talk to brings sadness
Far from your tranquil altitude
Being away from a peaceful state of mind exacerbates this sad feeling
Sad is to know that no one ever can live on a dream
Knowing that it's impossible to achieve a dream causes sadness
That never can be, will never be
This dream cannot be realized, ever
Dreamer awake, wake up and see
As a dreamer, it's important to realize what's possible and what's not
Your beauty is an aeroplane
Your beauty is so captivating that it can take me to another world
So high my heart can't bear the strain
Your beauty is too much for my heart to handle
A heart that stops when you pass by
Your presence is so stunning that it takes my breath away
Only to cause me pain
This experience of beauty brings both joy and sorrow
Lyrics © CORCOVADO MUSIC CORPORATION, Tratore
Written by: A. C. Jobim
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