Dust
Superphones Lyrics


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Time they call the universal healer but you're back every three days
Settling all around me
A feather duster's no substitute for the real thing
And the dust you left behind is settling still

With you dawn never tasted so good
Swept up like debris on a Saturday night
Did we ever have fun?
The dust, the gentle legacy you left behind
Is falling softly on my mind

Dust, the timeless memory of you, I love you
I do for all the little things you do and I guess I always will
The dust settles again to remind me still
Of memories I've cherished so long
Hold me close to your side 'cause my love won't decay anymore
Memories of hope of those long summer days
And the dust you left behind is settling still





Feeling your body stretched so long, what was it went to wrong, went wrong
That our love, our love it was gone but our friendship going strong

Overall Meaning

The song Dust by Superphones is a poignant and emotional reflection on memories, love, and loss. The lyrics tell a story of the singer's struggle to cope with the aftermath of a failed relationship, with dust serving as a metaphor for the lingering feelings of nostalgia and longing that they are unable to shake off. The opening lines "Time they call the universal healer but you're back every three days" suggest that even though time is supposed to heal all wounds, the singer is unable to move on and keeps revisiting memories of the past. The dust left behind by the former lover is a gentle legacy that settles on the singer's mind, reminding them of the love they once shared.


The chorus of the song emphasizes that the singer still loves their former partner despite the fact that their relationship ended. The dust is a symbol of the timeless memory of their former love, while the memories of summer days and fun times still hold a cherished place in the singer's heart. The second verse talks about the physical and emotional intimacy they once shared, and how the dust serves as a bittersweet reminder of what they've lost.


Overall, Dust is a beautifully crafted song with meaningful lyrics that will resonate with anyone who's experienced the pain of a failed relationship. The haunting melody and melancholic tone perfectly capture the mood of the song and make it an unforgettable listening experience.


Line by Line Meaning

Time they call the universal healer but you're back every three days
Despite time being known as a great healer, the pain of your absence returns every few days.


Settling all around me
The memories of you and the love we shared are still present and ever-present in my life.


A feather duster's no substitute for the real thing
No amount of pretending or superficial cleaning can replace the true love and connection we once had.


And the dust you left behind is settling still
The memories and remnants of our love are still present and have yet to fade away.


With you dawn never tasted so good
The love we shared brought new joy and appreciation to every day and moment.


Swept up like debris on a Saturday night
Our love was powerful and consuming, taking over everything in its path like a force of nature.


Did we ever have fun?
Reflecting on our love and memories, it's clear that we shared many happy and joyous moments together.


The dust, the gentle legacy you left behind
Your love and presence left a lasting impact on my life, represented by the metaphorical 'dust' that still settles around me.


Is falling softly on my mind
My memories and thoughts of you are ever-present and bring me comfort and solace.


Dust, the timeless memory of you, I love you
The memories of our love and connection will never fade away, and I will always hold onto them and love you.


I do for all the little things you do and I guess I always will
Despite our love coming to an end, I will always appreciate and cherish the small things that you brought into my life.


The dust settles again to remind me still
Just when I think I've moved on, the memories and love we shared come back to me, represented by the settling of 'dust.'


Of memories I've cherished so long
The memories of our love that I've held onto for so long are still present and vivid in my mind.


Hold me close to your side 'cause my love won't decay anymore
Despite our love coming to an end, my feelings and emotions towards you are still strong and unwavering.


Memories of hope of those long summer days
I hold onto the hope and happiness that our love brought, represented by memories of long, warm summer days.


And the dust you left behind is settling still
The love, memories, and impact of our relationship are still present in my life, and continue to impact me every day.


Feeling your body stretched so long, what was it went to wrong, went wrong
Despite feeling the physical presence of our love and connection, something went wrong to cause our relationship to come to an end.


That our love, our love it was gone but our friendship going strong
Despite our romantic love coming to an end, the bond and connection we shared is still present in our friendship.




Writer(s): Steve Winwood, George Andrew Fleming Copyright: F.S. Music Ltd., Winwood Songs Ltd.

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