In The Air Tonight
Submethod Lyrics
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I can feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord
I've been waiting for this moment, all my life, Oh Lord
Can you feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord, Oh Lord
Well, if you told me you were drowning
I would not lend a hand
But I don't know if you know who I am
Well, I was there and I saw what you did
I saw it with my own two eyes
So you can wipe off the grin, I know where you've been
It's all been a pack of lies
And I can feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord
I've been waiting for this moment for all my life, Oh Lord
I can feel it in the air tonight, Oh Lord, Oh Lord
And I've been waiting for this moment all my life, Oh Lord, Oh Lord
Well I remember, I remember don't worry
How could I ever forget, it's the first time, the last time we ever met
But I know the reason why you keep your silence up, no you don't fool me
The hurt doesn't show; but the pain still grows
It's no stranger to you or me
And I can feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord...
The lyrics of Submethod's version of Phil Collins' "In The Air Tonight" is a powerful expression of unresolved emotions and the anticipation of impending confrontation. The song opens with the singer feeling a sense of cosmic inevitability, an almost premonition of an event that he has been waiting for all his life. As the chorus repeats, it sets the stage for what is to come, building the tension and the anticipation with each passing line.
The verse reveals his deep-seated anger towards someone, who he will not help if they were drowning, and although he knows this person, he is unsure if they recognize him. As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer is referring to a past event in which he witnessed something terrible, something so awful that he is still haunted by it to this day. He is aware that the person he is addressing has been deceitful, yet smiles through their lies with a grin that he orders them to wipe off.
The second chorus marks the climax of the song, where the intonation turns furious, and there is a sense of urgency to the lyrics. The singer has been biding his time, waiting for the confrontation he knows is coming, and when it finally does, he will not hold back. The song's final moments express that he has been enduring this internal struggle for so long, and that nothing will stop him from getting the closure he seeks, setting the stage for a confrontation.
Line by Line Meaning
I can feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord
I sense that something significant is about to happen
I've been waiting for this moment, all my life, Oh Lord
I've been eagerly anticipating this moment for a long time
Can you feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord, Oh Lord
Do you also have the same feeling that something is about to happen?
Well, if you told me you were drowning
If you were in trouble and needed my help
I would not lend a hand
I wouldn't help you
I've seen your face before my friend
I know you quite well
But I don't know if you know who I am
But I'm not sure if you remember me
Well, I was there and I saw what you did
I witnessed your actions firsthand
I saw it with my own two eyes
I personally witnessed the event
So you can wipe off the grin, I know where you've been
Don't try to act like everything is fine, I know what you've been doing
It's all been a pack of lies
What you've been saying is completely false
I can feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord
I still feel like something big is about to happen
And I've been waiting for this moment for all my life, Oh Lord, Oh Lord
I've always believed that this moment would come
Well I remember, I remember don't worry
I still remember everything clearly, don't worry about that
How could I ever forget, it's the first time, the last time we ever met
How could I forget? It was the only time we ever met
But I know the reason why you keep your silence up, no you don't fool me
I know why you're not talking, and you're not fooling me
The hurt doesn't show; but the pain still grows
You may seem fine, but the emotional pain is still there
It's no stranger to you or me
We both know what emotional pain feels like
And I can feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord...
I'm still convinced that something significant is going to happen soon
Contributed by Camden P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
brittychell
One of my favorites .. Really miss this band!!!!
Nathan LaRusch
Wow dude!! Thanks for the flashback. Its easily been a decade since I've heard this fucking song man. Got to see them play this song live in Clarksville during the "Rival Fest" Goddamn 10th grade or something
TheGrimSweaper
Love this band! Love the song Link. Cant find their cds anyway so i would be very grateful for every song you put up. This band should be huge. The singers accent makes the differance, a litte caribean sounding. Would love to have the song morning star amongst others. Cheers from a metal head in Sweden.
Lion and the truth comedy show
I had a copy of this song in 2001. I love this version.
Kool Kelly’s Corner
Nathan is still the best vocalist ever 🔥🔥🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼
NukaCaps07
I have looked for this song forever. Thank you!!!!
woodway1983
wow. miss these guys. lost both cd's
brokendollification2
wow this song brings back some memories...Damn those were the good ole days... Its sad cuz I have both their cds but never listen to them...hahaha love the comment about Nathans accent...He doesnt have one in real life and ive always wondered why he sang with one
Anson Ryan
I talked to Nathan a few years back when he was still in The Human Abstract and he promised to mail me both SubMethods Cd's but.....nothing. Hope you all enjoy..If there is any other songs you want up just ask..i still have the digital copies handy.
Brandi Hodge
Can someone please tell me where to buy this cd? I know that they were taken off the market but I know there are some still out there.