Bedrooms
Swimm Lyrics

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The bedrooms are full on Sunday
Of every kind of person wondering why love goes away
And it's me, it's you

Will I change from money?
Oh God, give me the opportunity to see
Sometimes the simplest thing can make living seem worth the fight
Like a woman keeping her hair long

Long after it's grown white

The bedrooms are full on Sunday
Of stars lip-syncing songs but at least they're getting paid

Oh tenderness, sweet virtue
Lay beside me undefended I wont hurt you
I warned you your sharp tongue would only lose me
It's not that i'm spineless, It's just a few things I believe...
That hat love isn't instinct
God isn't angry
And the woman I love shouldn't abuse her power to break me

The bedrooms are full on Sundays
No one's getting off but at least we're getting laid

And what's the point to all your little girl dreams
And if the man you love becomes the end to your means
Well don't count me in for the long run honey
I just threw up in my mouth a little
But hey, you needed a little fun
Will I run from commitment cause' love
is never as good as when it's just begun
Do I forgive my parents for walking because I love them
Or because it's my duty as a son

The bedrooms are full on Sundays

Of every kind of lover wondering what they gave away
And it's me, it's you

Overall Meaning

The song "Bedrooms" by SWIMM is a contemplative and introspective track that touches upon the complexities of love and relationships. The lyrics speak about the emptiness that people feel on Sundays, where they are surrounded by various individuals who are all trying to figure out why love fades away. The song explores different perspectives on love, from the importance of materialistic things like money, to the simplicity of things like a woman keeping her hair long after it has grown white.

The first verse reveals the desolation that many people feel in their bedrooms on Sundays, despite being surrounded by others. The following lines "And it's me, it's you" suggest that these emotions are not just limited to others but also the singer. The second verse dives into the idea that money may not be the answer to everything, and sometimes the simplest things in life are the most important. The comparisons drawn between a woman keeping her hair long despite aging speaks to the idea that sometimes people hold onto things that might seem trivial but hold a greater significance.

The chorus touches upon the idea of physical intimacy but expresses it in a nonchalant way, saying that no one is getting off but at least they're getting laid. The bridge delves into deeper topics such as tenderness and vulnerability, while also expressing the confusion and uncertainty that come with love and commitment.

Line by Line Meaning

The bedrooms are full on Sunday
On Sundays, the bedrooms are full of people with different backgrounds and experiences

Of every kind of person wondering why love goes away
People from all walks of life are questioning why love fades away

And it's me, it's you
Both the singer and the listener are part of this group experiencing love loss

Will I change from money?
Will wealthy people change who they are for money?

Oh God, give me the opportunity to see
The singer is asking for divine guidance to understand what truly matters in life

Sometimes the simplest thing can make living seem worth the fight
Small things can make life worth living and fighting for

Like a woman keeping her hair long
The simple act of keeping one's hair long can bring joy and purpose

Long after it's grown white
Maintaining this piece of youthfulness is meaningful even when age catches up

Of stars lip-syncing songs but at least they're getting paid
People may have to fake their talent, but they get rewarded nonetheless

Oh tenderness, sweet virtue
Compassion and gentleness is a valuable trait to have

Lay beside me undefended I wont hurt you
The singer is offering safety and vulnerability to a loved one

I warned you your sharp tongue would only lose me
The singer advises their partner not to hurt them with their words

It's not that i'm spineless, It's just a few things I believe...
The singer is not weak; they just have a set of values they adhere to

That hat love isn't instinct
The idea that love is not just an instictual feeling, rather a learned one

God isn't angry
The belief that God is kind and understanding despite human shortcomings

And the woman I love shouldn't abuse her power to break me
The singer expects their partner to use their power to uplift them, not to hurt them

No one's getting off but at least we're getting laid
Sex may not lead to complete gratification or fulfillment, but it alleviates loneliness

And what's the point to all your little girl dreams
Questioning the purpose of romantic dreams from the past

And if the man you love becomes the end to your means
Wondering what happens when love blinds someone to the point that their partner becomes their sole intention

Well don't count me in for the long run honey
The singer does not want to be included in a relationship that is built on misguided intentions

I just threw up in my mouth a little
The singer finds the notion of this kind of superficial love repulsive

But hey, you needed a little fun
The singer empathizes with those who may not be in it for the long haul but are still looking to enjoy themselves

Will I run from commitment cause' love
The singer is discussing their fears and doubts about commitment in relationships

is never as good as when it's just begun
The singer feels that love is never as exciting and thrilling as it is in its beginning stages

Do I forgive my parents for walking because I love them
The singer is grappling with the complicated emotions that come with forgiving loved ones

Or because it's my duty as a son
Whether the singer forgives their parents out of a sense of obligation

Of every kind of lover wondering what they gave away
People from all backgrounds and kinds are second-guessing their actions and their love lives

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