What's in the Middle
The Bird and the Bee Lyrics
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Is it the place where you stop, where you just stop trying
Call out the dogs and let them have a sniff
They might catch a little sent before you just forget it
Loosing your head is such a common theme
All your brains are falling out, falling out the open seams
Where is the heart, is the heart of the matter
[Chorus]
I want an empty head, I want to go to bed
For a long long long time
I want to fall behind I want to get in line
For a long long long time
What's in the name if it's a name you can't remember
You thought you had it down, but then you ran back to the center
What's in a word if that word has lost its meaning
If you say it all the time a dirty word will get its cleaning
Where is the end is the edge of understanding
I might think its over rated I cant take the line expanding
Give me a push a little push in one direction
I might need a little help with my own interconnection
[Chorus: x3]
The Bird and the Bee's "What's in the Middle" is a thought-provoking exploration of the human mind and our search for clarity and meaning. The opening lines question the concept of a middle and where it exists within our minds. Is there a place where we simply give up and stop trying? The inquiry then shifts to the idea of losing one's mind, and the vulnerability that comes with it. The lyrics speak of brains falling out of open seams, resulting in an empty head, which the singer desires.
The chorus reflects the desire for a respite from the constant mental turmoil, a desire to go to bed and fall behind in line. The lyrics suggest that somewhere in this quest for mental clarity is a center or a core that we constantly return to. The third verse discusses the power of words and their ability to transform with repeated use. Dirty words can be cleaned, and a word that once held meaning can lose its significance.
The final lines reflect the search for understanding and direction, the need for a push in a single direction, to help with one's personal interconnection. In essence, "What's in the Middle" is a reflection on the complexities of navigating the human mind and the search for mental peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Where is the middle, is the middle of your mind
Do you have a clear center point or is it lost?
Is it the place where you stop, where you just stop trying
Do you give up easily or do you push through to the end?
Call out the dogs and let them have a sniff
Take a different perspective and see what you may have missed
They might catch a little sent before you just forget it
You may find something worthwhile before you let it go
Loosing your head is such a common theme
Everyone experiences moments of confusion
All your brains are falling out, falling out the open seams
You may feel like you're losing it or going crazy
Where is the heart, is the heart of the matter
What is the central point or most important aspect?
I will empty out my skull of all this useless chatter
I will clear my mind of unimportant thoughts
I want an empty head, I want to go to bed
I want to clear my mind and relax
For a long long long time
For an extended period of time
I want to fall behind I want to get in line
I want to take a step back and follow others for a while
What's in the name if it's a name you can't remember
What's the point of a name if it's forgotten?
You thought you had it down, but then you ran back to the center
You thought you had a clear understanding, but then had to re-evaluate
What's in a word if that word has lost its meaning
Words are only valuable if they have a clear definition
If you say it all the time a dirty word will get its cleaning
Overuse of a word can lead to a shift in perception or understanding
Where is the end is the edge of understanding
Is there a definitive end to knowledge or understanding?
I might think its over rated I cant take the line expanding
You may feel like there is too much information or too many ideas to process
Give me a push a little push in one direction
I need a small nudge to get moving in the right direction
I might need a little help with my own interconnection
I may need assistance in understanding how everything is connected
I want an empty head, I want to go to bed
I want to clear my mind and relax
For a long long long time
For an extended period of time
I want to fall behind I want to get in line
I want to take a step back and follow others for a while
I want an empty head, I want to go to bed
I want to clear my mind and relax
For a long long long time
For an extended period of time
I want to fall behind I want to get in line
I want to take a step back and follow others for a while
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GREG KURSTIN, GREGORY KURSTIN, INARA GEORGE
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