Here with You
The Americans Lyrics
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You don't have to say a word
I can tell by the way you speak my name down low
And by the things that I have heard
From the kitchen I would listen
Some days, in the morning
The nurse would come a-calling
And now I know the truth
What's left isn't yours or mine
I'm letting go one word at a time
Sitting now, here with you
I don't want to see you sad and blue
I don't want any of it, for heaven's sake
I don't want to be the one standing 'round watching
Hearts as they break
Can't trust your senses
Can't trust your independence
Can't trust your memories
From what exactly are you free?
Tell me, what are you free to do?
Gaze into familiar eyes
Shedding tears and you don't know why
I'm sitting now, here with you
Can you still remember
The kinds of places we would go?
Slip your fingers into my hand
And we can take off down the road
Miss you so
It ain't easy being easily prone
To loneliness, which doesn't fade
We only get more acquainted each passing day
Only one thing left to do
Linger in a long goodbye
I'm present, but I'm keeping time
Sitting now, here with you
The cafes are closing
The sky is black and blue
The streets are wide open
The world is brand new
The lyrics of The Americans's song "Here with You" paint a poignant picture of a deep emotional connection between two individuals going through a difficult time. The opening lines suggest a sense of unspoken understanding and intimacy between the singer and the other person, indicated by the subtle gestures and hints that convey their feelings without direct communication. The imagery of listening from the kitchen and catching bits of news from a nurse's visit creates a sense of being on the periphery, aware of important moments but feeling somewhat disconnected.
As the song progresses, the theme of letting go and coming to terms with the truth emerges. The singer expresses a desire to console the other person and shield them from pain, showing a deep sense of empathy and care. The mention of not wanting to see them sad and watching hearts break hints at a desire to protect and support the other through their struggles. The introspective questioning of trust in one's senses, independence, and memories adds layers of complexity to the emotional landscape being depicted.
The lyrics delve into themes of nostalgia and longing, with references to shared memories and a yearning for closeness and connection. The imagery of slipping fingers into each other's hands and embarking on a journey down the road symbolizes a desire to recapture lost moments and find solace in each other's presence. The mention of loneliness and the inevitability of growing more familiar with it over time speaks to the universal experience of grappling with emotional pain and isolation.
The final verses evoke a sense of closure and acceptance, as the singer acknowledges the passing of time and the changing world around them. The imagery of cafes closing, the sky turning dark, and the streets emptying conveys a bittersweet mood of endings and beginnings. Despite the melancholy tone, there is a sense of resilience and presence in the moment, as the singer remains seated with the other person, offering their support and companionship amidst the shifting landscape of emotions and experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
You don't have to let me know
I can sense your feelings without you having to explicitly say them
You don't have to say a word
Words are not necessary for me to understand your thoughts
I can tell by the way you speak my name down low
Your tone when saying my name reveals your emotions
And by the things that I have heard
I know how you feel based on what others have told me
From the kitchen I would listen
I used to eavesdrop from the kitchen
Some days, in the morning
Certain mornings in particular
The nurse would come a-calling
The nurse would visit
And I could make out the news
I could discern what was happening
And now I know the truth
I have discovered the reality
What's left isn't yours or mine
What remains is no longer solely ours
I'm letting go one word at a time
I am gradually releasing my emotions
Sitting now, here with you
I am currently in your company
I don't want to see you sad and blue
I wish to avoid witnessing your sorrow
I don't want any of it, for heaven's sake
I desire none of this, even on a heavenly level
I don't want to be the one standing 'round watching
I do not want to be a bystander as hearts are broken
Hearts as they break
As hearts endure pain
Can't trust your senses
One cannot always rely on their senses
Can't trust your independence
Independence may sometimes be deceptive
Can't trust your memories
Memories can be unreliable
From what exactly are you free?
What constraints have you escaped from?
Tell me, what are you free to do?
What newfound freedoms do you possess?
Gaze into familiar eyes
Look into familiar eyes
Shedding tears and you don't know why
Crying without truly understanding the reason
I'm sitting now, here with you
I am presently by your side
Can you still remember
Do you recall?
The kinds of places we would go?
The locations we used to visit
Slip your fingers into my hand
Interlace your fingers with mine
And we can take off down the road
And we can embark on a journey together
Miss you so
I long for you deeply
It ain't easy being easily prone
It is difficult to be susceptible
To loneliness, which doesn't fade
To enduring loneliness that does not diminish
We only get more acquainted each passing day
We become more familiar with loneliness as time goes on
Only one thing left to do
There is only one action remaining
Linger in a long goodbye
Savor a prolonged farewell
I'm present, but I'm keeping time
I am here, but I am aware of the passing moments
Sitting now, here with you
Currently seated beside you
The cafes are closing
The cafes are shutting down
The sky is black and blue
The sky displays shades of black and blue
The streets are wide open
The streets are empty and accessible
The world is brand new
The world feels fresh and unknown
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Jake Faulkner, Patrick Ferris, Tim Carr, Zac Sokolow
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