Rome
Susanne Sundfør Lyrics


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I don't want to dive, dive into the sea
Where no one will ever find me, find me
Mayday, mayday!
Death needs a surgeon
Undress me and lighten my burden

Oh, I'm still waiting for you,
I'm still waiting for you to come back
Oh, I'm still waiting for you,
I'm still waiting for you to come back

From Rome, Rome, Rome
From the ashes of Rome
From the ashes of Rome, come back
Bring the children home, you know we are all alone
You know we are all alone in a flooded dome

I don't want to fear, I don't want to fear
I don't wanna know that the end is near
Tell me it's over, tell me it won't linger
Bend me over and separate my fingers

Oh, I'm still waiting for you,
I'm still waiting for you to come back
Oh, I'm still waiting for you,
I'm still waiting for you to come back

From Rome, Rome, Rome
From the ashes of Rome
From the ashes of Rome, come back
Bring the children home, you know we are all alone
You know we are all alone in a flooded dome

(Winter is coming, winter is coming, winter is coming
We will know that it was friendly fire, friendly fire
Jesus was a liar)

Tell it like it is, tell me slowly
Tell it like it is, like a true story
Tell it like it is, the king is dead, he's gone
Let the __ flow, let the locusts follow
Open the gates, evaporate
Black bodies
Black hollows





Don't let anyone enter

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Susanne Sundfør's song "Rome" explore themes of fear and longing in the face of impending destruction. The opening lines convey a desire to avoid drowning, both literally and metaphorically, in a sea where one is lost and unreachable. The repeated refrain of "I'm still waiting for you to come back" adds to the sense of longing and hints at a sense of abandonment or betrayal. The imagery of Rome and its ashes suggest a historical reference to a fallen empire, but may also represent a metaphorical collapse of societal structures or personal relationships. The line "bring the children home, you know we are all alone in a flooded dome" further emphasizes the feeling of isolation and vulnerability in the face of an overwhelming catastrophe.


The lyrics also contain references to violence and pain, with the line "death needs a surgeon" speaking to the idea of the inevitable end and the desire to ease that pain. The following lines of "undress me and lighten my burden" suggest a physical intimacy that may represent a desire for emotional vulnerability and release from the weight of fear and anxiety.


Overall, the lyrics of "Rome" are poetic and mysterious, with a sense of foreboding and uncertainty woven throughout. The themes of loss, fear, and longing are woven together through vivid imagery and haunting repetition.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't want to dive, dive into the sea
I don't want to be swallowed or absorbed by my problems or emotions


Where no one will ever find me, find me
Where I cannot be reached or rescued by anyone


Mayday, mayday!
A distress signal requesting immediate help


Death needs a surgeon
I need help to overcome my pain or sorrow before it consumes me


Undress me and lighten my burden
Help me remove my emotional baggage or struggles in order to feel lighter and free


Oh, I'm still waiting for you,
I am still anticipating or hoping for your return or help


From Rome, Rome, Rome
From the past or history of empires such as Rome


From the ashes of Rome
From the ruins or aftermath of a once-great civilization or society


Bring the children home, you know we are all alone
Restore a sense of community and belonging among people, especially the vulnerable or innocent


You know we are all alone in a flooded dome
We are isolated and helpless in a dangerous or challenging situation


I don't want to fear, I don't want to fear
I don't want to be afraid or intimidated by my surroundings or circumstances


I don't wanna know that the end is near
I don't want to accept or face the possibility of a negative or final outcome or consequence


Tell me it's over, tell me it won't linger
Give me closure or reassurance that my problems or struggles will not last forever


Bend me over and separate my fingers
I am willing to endure pain or discomfort in order to overcome my challenges or struggles


Winter is coming, winter is coming, winter is coming
A warning or reminder that a difficult or challenging time is approaching


We will know that it was friendly fire, friendly fire
We will realize that our mistakes or actions caused harm or damage to ourselves or others


Jesus was a liar
A statement of doubt or criticism towards religion or spirituality


Tell it like it is, tell me slowly
Be honest and direct with me, but also give me time to process and understand


Tell it like it is, like a true story
Tell me the truth, without sugarcoating or manipulating the facts


Tell it like it is, the king is dead, he's gone
Accept the harsh reality or consequence of a situation, such as the loss of power or authority


Let the __ flow, let the locusts follow
Allow the negative or destructive forces to run their course and cause chaos or damage


Open the gates, evaporate
Let go of control or resistance and allow things to unfold naturally


Black bodies
A reference to the discrimination and oppression of black people in society


Black hollows
A metaphor for the emptiness or despair caused by such discrimination and oppression


Don't let anyone enter
Protect yourself and your boundaries from people who may cause harm or distress




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@navytoad8152

LYRICS:
I don't want to dive, dive into the sea
Where no one will ever find me, find me
Mayday, mayday!
Death needs a surgeon
Undress me and lighten my burden

Oh, I'm still waiting for you
I'm still waiting for you to come back
Oh, I'm still waiting for you
I'm still waiting for you to come back

From Rome, Rome, Rome
From the ashes of Rome
From the ashes of Rome, come back
Bring the children home, you know we are all alone
You know we are all alone in a flooded dome

I don't want to fear, I don't want to fear
I don't wanna know that the end is near
Tell me it's over, tell me it won't linger
Bend me over and separate my fingers

Oh, I'm still waiting for you
I'm still waiting for you to come back
Oh, I'm still waiting for you
I'm still waiting for you to come back

From Rome, Rome, Rome
From the ashes of Rome
From the ashes of Rome, come back
Bring the children home, you know we are all alone
You know we are all alone in a flooded dome

(Winter is coming, winter is coming, winter is coming
We will know that it was friendly fire, friendly fire
Jesus was a liar)

Tell it like it is, tell me slowly
Tell it like it is, like a true story
Tell it like it is, the king is dead, he's gone
Let the gasoline flow, let the locusts follow
Open the gates, evaporate
Black bodies
Black hollows

Don't let anyone enter



All comments from YouTube:

@Ja-uu9ep

This is the song that you have to give a chance cos when you hear it all the way through its amazing

@einatmaler

couldn't agree more

@rexk4208

One of the songs that make my hair stand on end.

@davidcopperfield7303

@@einatmaler can someone explain what she meant by 'it was a friendly fire, Jesus was a liar' ?!

@francotenorio730

How did I miss this tune for years

@navytoad8152

LYRICS:
I don't want to dive, dive into the sea
Where no one will ever find me, find me
Mayday, mayday!
Death needs a surgeon
Undress me and lighten my burden

Oh, I'm still waiting for you
I'm still waiting for you to come back
Oh, I'm still waiting for you
I'm still waiting for you to come back

From Rome, Rome, Rome
From the ashes of Rome
From the ashes of Rome, come back
Bring the children home, you know we are all alone
You know we are all alone in a flooded dome

I don't want to fear, I don't want to fear
I don't wanna know that the end is near
Tell me it's over, tell me it won't linger
Bend me over and separate my fingers

Oh, I'm still waiting for you
I'm still waiting for you to come back
Oh, I'm still waiting for you
I'm still waiting for you to come back

From Rome, Rome, Rome
From the ashes of Rome
From the ashes of Rome, come back
Bring the children home, you know we are all alone
You know we are all alone in a flooded dome

(Winter is coming, winter is coming, winter is coming
We will know that it was friendly fire, friendly fire
Jesus was a liar)

Tell it like it is, tell me slowly
Tell it like it is, like a true story
Tell it like it is, the king is dead, he's gone
Let the gasoline flow, let the locusts follow
Open the gates, evaporate
Black bodies
Black hollows

Don't let anyone enter

@gelanasky4302

Pretty <3

@driftlikeacloud

Finally

@patrykadosz9964

OMG!

@Fabio1349

Are you even fucking kidding me this is awesome, and trust this is not my genre AT ALL.

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