Shapes
Storylines Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴

You're not so indestructible you're not so callas after all
I move through the words you speak to capture the your that you need

Person to person, make me understand.

If it ends in a lie and I'm erased from all time,
Then let history show everything time didn't know.
I watched you bend to the center of a shape.
(But you keep on speaking)
Now I'm running from the in between of comfort and fighting eternity.

You can let go, you're capable.
I'm overworked or comatose.
Give in to something that you'll never understand.
Collecting dust of unborn moments, that take their toll on us.

Person to person, make me understand.

If it ends in a lie and I'm erased from all time,
Then let history show everything time didn't know.
I watched you bend and break to the center of a shape.
Now I'm running from the in between of comfort and fighting eternity.

Get yourself together man and mean what you say,
You're just so lost in your conscience,
Everything progression takes.

If it ends in a lie and I'm erased from all time,
Then let history show everything time didn't know.




I watched you bend and break to the center of a shape.
Now I'm running from the in between of comfort and fighting eternity.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Storylines' "Shapes" are about the complexity of relationships and the struggles we face while trying to understand others. The opening line, "You're not so indestructible you're not so callas after all," suggests that we all have vulnerability and weaknesses despite appearances. The singer then speaks about trying to understand the person in question by listening to their words and trying to capture the essence of who they are. The repeated plea of "person to person, make me understand" emphasizes the importance of communication and connection in relationships.


The chorus speaks of the fear of being erased from history if it all ends in a lie, but also expresses a desire for time to reveal what it didn't know. The line "I watched you bend to the center of a shape" speaks to the idea of trying to fit into someone's expectations or ideals, but ultimately realizing that it's futile. The singer then describes running from the "in between of comfort and fighting eternity" which could refer to the struggle between contentment and the desire for something more.


The bridge takes a more confrontational tone, urging the person to "get yourself together" and "mean what you say." The final repetition of the chorus brings the song to a close, reiterating the fear of being erased from history but also acknowledging the value of the moments we collect over time.


Overall, "Shapes" explores the complexities of relationships and the importance of communication and understanding. It suggests that while we all have vulnerabilities, there is value in the connections we make with others and the moments we collect over time.


Line by Line Meaning

You're not so indestructible you're not so callas after all
You are vulnerable, you are not as strong as you appear.


I move through the words you speak to capture the your that you need
I pay attention to your words to understand what you truly desire.


Person to person, make me understand.
Communicate with me directly so that I can comprehend.


If it ends in a lie and I'm erased from all time, Then let history show everything time didn't know.
If our relationship is based on falsehoods and I am forgotten, let the truth be revealed over time.


I watched you bend to the center of a shape. (But you keep on speaking) Now I'm running from the in between of comfort and fighting eternity.
I saw you compromise your true self to fit in, but now I am distancing myself from being stagnant and battling endlessness.


You can let go, you're capable.
You have the ability to release control.


I'm overworked or comatose.
I am either burnt out or disconnected from reality.


Give in to something that you'll never understand.
You should surrender to a concept that is beyond your comprehension.


Collecting dust of unborn moments, that take their toll on us.
We are burdened by unrealized possibilities that accumulate over time.


Get yourself together man and mean what you say, You're just so lost in your conscience, Everything progression takes.
Pull yourself together and speak genuinely, you are too preoccupied with your own thoughts, and progress involves making real changes.


I watched you bend and break to the center of a shape. Now I'm running from the in between of comfort and fighting eternity.
I observed you contort to conform to expectations, and now I am fleeing from being complacent and resisting endlessness.




Contributed by Isaac N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

Genre not found
Artist not found
Album not found
Song not found
Comments from YouTube:

JP Gregoriew

It's been so great working with all you guys on this video, "Signals" and the upcoming "Reasons". ย Really great guys, really great band! And very special thanks to DeepEllum42 Realty for getting us the space to shoot this video! Benton you're the best!!

Kenny P

This is awesome! Great job guys!

antonio comas

Great job guys! Both the music and video deff made my day:)

Paola Del Rivero

Great song!

Breanna Clawson

you guys are amazing! <3

Down To Friend

Good job guys! Loved it!

-DTF

Redhawk0117

Glad you guys followed me on instagram x) freaking great band <3

detzy 777

2:46 - 2:59 my fave part!!!

TeeOhhhPee

YES! Way to to, Steve! I love it, Lemme know when/if I can get a CD!

ใ€Ž๐š’๐š๐šŽ๐šŠ๐šœ๐š™๐šขใ€๐˜๐˜„๐—ผ๐—ฝ๐Ÿฌ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜๐—ณ๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ

You've just made yourself some fans in Pittsburgh :) [hint: come play at the Smiling Moose!!!]

More Comments

More Versions