Tidal Wave
Tempesst Lyrics
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Read monkey manual
And between the lines, on Monday nights
Riding on a tidal wave
Floating in from outer space
Can someone take me back to Summer's place
That full moon bribing...
""Drive over the side, you'll be all right
Riding on a tidal wave
Floating in from outer space
Can someone take me back to her
Tim Leary at a high school ball
Celebrated on my own
Now I'm finally laying low
Afraid the wild man will swallow me whole
Swallow me whole
Now I'm finally making sense
Clearing all of the ripples in my head
Ripples in my head
Riding on a tidal wave
Floating in from outer space
Can someone take me back to her
Tim Leary at a high school ball
Celebrated on my own
Celebrated on my own
The opening line of Tempesst's song "Tidal Wave" - "I've been getting high" - instantly sets the tone for a psychedelic exploration of the self. The reference to the "monkey manual" suggests an interest in spiritual awakening; the "Drive over the side, you'll be all right" line can be interpreted as a call to let go of inhibitions and dive headfirst into the unknown. Throughout the song, the singer describes their desire to reconnect with a past experience, symbolized by "Summer's place." At the same time, they are grappling with the fear of losing control and being consumed by the wildness within them.
The chorus of "Riding on a tidal wave / Floating in from outer space" implies a sense of surrender to something greater than oneself, a feeling that is compounded by the mention of Timothy Leary at a high school ball. Leary, a psychologist and proponent of LSD, famously espoused the idea that consciousness-expanding drugs could be used to achieve enlightenment. The singer's celebration of their own experience echoes Leary's philosophy, although the line "Now I'm finally laying low / Afraid the wild man will swallow me whole" suggests that this has not come without its challenges. Ultimately, the song is a meditation on the search for meaning in a tumultuous world, and the delicate balance between control and surrender.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been getting high
I've been indulging in drugs or other mind-altering substances
Read monkey manual
I've been reading a guide or manual to better understand the behavior of humans, possibly from the perspective of an outsider or observer
And between the lines, on Monday nights
I've been deciphering hidden meanings or subtext from things I read, particularly on Monday nights
Riding on a tidal wave
I'm currently caught up in a powerful and overwhelming experience or emotion
Floating in from outer space
The source of this experience or emotion feels completely foreign or unknown to me
Can someone take me back to Summer's place
I want to return to a happier or more carefree time in my life, represented by 'Summer's place'
I've been seeing signs
I've been picking up on cues or hints that may be directing me towards a certain path or decision
That full moon bribing...
The sight of a full moon is tempting or persuasive in some way, potentially representing a turning point in my life
"Drive over the side, you'll be all right
There is an opportunity or challenge that requires me to take a leap of faith and trust that everything will work out
Now I'm finally laying low
I'm taking a step back and avoiding risky or overly stimulating situations
Afraid the wild man will swallow me whole
I'm afraid of losing control or being consumed by a chaotic or overwhelming force/situation
Now I'm finally making sense
I'm starting to understand my experiences and thoughts more clearly
Clearing all of the ripples in my head
I'm trying to eliminate any disturbances or distractions in my mind to gain a clearer perspective
Tim Leary at a high school ball
A metaphorical representation of a confusing or surreal experience, possibly involving mind-altering substances and/or social situations that are out of place
Celebrated on my own
Despite these strange and difficult experiences, I'm learning to find and cherish my own inner strength and resilience
Lyrics © Sentric Music
Written by: Toma Banjanin, Kane Reynolds, Eric Weber, Andrea Banjanin, Blake Misipeka
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@olegsoben
One of the very best tracks of the past decade!
@codydavison2107
I love the psychedelic nature of this video! Awesome visuals
@lewismclewis
I can feel the music in my eyes.
@Refleq
I love the psychedelic visuals incorporated here! Awesome work!
@nalanan
Just listened to all three of your songs. I am in love with your style and the sound is so well developed! Definitely looking forward to supporting you!
@H0NDAJET
10 hr version pls?
@timotheematos44
Damn feels like i dreamt about that clip once in my life :o
@emileitor1
Three years late :(
@justtankyo8
idk but i think this will suit for an episode in Regular Show