Spellbound
The Birdwatchers Lyrics
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And say
Crawl back home again
Anxious, hyperactive
The weight
Locks my limbs in place
Alone
Guess I just couldn't be enough
Guess I just couldn't be enough
Guess I just couldn't be enough
Guess I just couldn't be enough
Open up, unpacking
The load
Make shit up, cause I don't know how to put it
And with the next three steps, only two have been planned
Seek correspondence from the notes scrawled on the backs of my hands
Don't want the present, don't care for the past
Scared for the future cause I know this will last
See, before the mind goes, the hair thins and grays
And then a foreign personality is all that remains
So stay indoors and listen to more
Of the bands I've come to like, you know, the ones with all the fucked up chords
It's gotten cold
(Spellbound)
It's gotten so cold
It's gotten cold
(Spellbound)
It's gotten so cold
It's gotten cold
(Spellbound)
It's gotten so cold
(Guess I just couldn't be enough)
It's gotten cold
(Spellbound)
It's gotten so cold
(Guess I just couldn't be enough)
It's gotten cold
(Spellbound)
It's gotten so cold
(Guess I just couldn't be enough)
It's gotten cold
The lyrics of "Spellbound" by The Birdwatchers convey a sense of spiraling out of control and feeling trapped in a state of anxiety and hyperactivity. The lines "Spiral out of control" and "Crawl back home again" suggest a cycle of losing control and then trying to regain a sense of stability.
The phrase "Locks my limbs in place" speaks to the weight and burden that the singer feels, preventing them from moving forward or escaping their current state of mind. This weight metaphorically represents the struggles or challenges they face, which seem to hold them back and limit their actions.
The line "Spellbound by the contact, alone" suggests that the singer feels captivated or entranced by a particular connection or relationship, but also feels isolated and insufficient. They question whether they were able to meet the expectations or needs of the other person involved, indicated by the repetition of the lines "Guess I just couldn't be enough." This repetition emphasizes their feelings of inadequacy and the self-doubt they harbor.
The following paragraph introduces a theme of uncertainty and confusion. The line "Make shit up, cause I don't know how to put it" suggests that the singer is struggling to express themselves or communicate effectively. They feel overwhelmed by the weight of their emotions and experiences and resort to improvisation or inventing explanations for their feelings.
The subsequent lines touch upon the singer's lack of planning or direction in life. They mention seeking correspondence or meaning from the notes scrawled on their hands, which implies a haphazard approach to navigating their circumstances. The mention of being scared for the future and the idea of a diminishing mind and changing personality hint at a fear of losing oneself or identity as time goes by.
The final repetition of the phrase "It's gotten cold" signifies a desolate and isolating atmosphere, possibly reflecting the emotional state of the singer. The combination of feeling spellbound, inadequate, and a general sense of coldness suggests a feeling of being detached from their surroundings and emotions. These lyrics paint a picture of inner turmoil, confusion, and a yearning for connection and warmth.
Line by Line Meaning
Spiral out of control
I feel overwhelmed and chaotic, losing grip on my life
And say
Expressing myself verbally
Crawl back home again
Retreat to the safety and familiarity of my own space
Anxious, hyperactive
Feeling restless and filled with nervous energy
The weight
The burden or pressure I feel
Locks my limbs in place
Leaving me paralyzed or unable to move
Spellbound by the contact
Enchanted or captivated by a connection with someone
Alone
In solitude or without companionship
Guess I just couldn't be enough
I believe I failed to meet someone's expectations or needs
Open up, unpacking
Revealing and exploring my emotions and thoughts
The load
The emotional baggage or burden I carry
Make shit up, cause I don't know how to put it
Fabricating or inventing explanations because I struggle to articulate my feelings
And with the next three steps, only two have been planned
I lack a clear direction or plan for the future
Seek correspondence from the notes scrawled on the backs of my hands
Hoping to find guidance or answers in my own scribbled reminders
Don't want the present, don't care for the past
Feeling disconnected from the current moment and uninterested in reflecting on the past
Scared for the future cause I know this will last
Filled with fear or anxiety about what lies ahead because I fear my current struggles will continue
See, before the mind goes, the hair thins and grays
Noticing the physical signs of aging and decline before mental deterioration
And then a foreign personality is all that remains
In the face of cognitive decline, only a unfamiliar and unfamiliar version of myself will be left
So stay indoors and listen to more
Choosing to isolate myself and find solace in music
Of the bands I've come to like, you know, the ones with all the fucked up chords
Finding comfort in music that resonates with my emotional turmoil and unconventional tastes
It's gotten cold
The emotional atmosphere has become cold or distant
(Spellbound)
Feeling completely absorbed or entranced
It's gotten so cold
The emotional environment has become extremely chilly
(Guess I just couldn't be enough)
I believe I failed to meet someone's expectations or needs once again
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