Midnight
The Blue Stones Lyrics
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Dirty reds, my heart is haunted (haunted)
Oo, I need to hear you call my name
Just like the first time I need it all the same
But you're so damn naïve, you blink but you won't breathe
We're falling out so hold tight
And I can't say I feel the same, anymore
It's midnight
Show me what I mean to you
You're watching my every move
So I slide to the right, you're holding the light
Every second I waste is another try
And I can't say I feel the same, anymore
It's midnight
And I can't say I feel the same
And I can't say I feel the same (woah)
The Blue Stones's song Midnight is a hauntingly beautiful ballad about a couple whose love has lost its spark. The song opens with the image of a steady glow filling the room as the singer sings, "Steady glow, your fire fills the room." The lyrics invoke a sense of warmth and intimacy, and it's clear that the singer is describing the feeling of being in the presence of someone they love deeply. However, it's also clear that something is amiss, as the singer later sings, "Dirty reds, my heart is haunted (haunted)." The juxtaposition of the warm, steady glow with the sense of being haunted creates a feeling of unease that sets the tone for the rest of the song.
As the song continues, the singer expresses a deep desire to be called by their partner's name, just like they were the first time they fell in love. They long for the connection and passion of their early days together, but it's clear that things have changed. The line "But you're so damn naïve, you blink but you won't breathe" speaks to the idea that the relationship has become stagnant; the partner seems to be unaware of the singer's feelings and is unwilling or unable to take action to rekindle the flame.
Despite their frustration and disappointment, the singer is still hopeful. They plead with their partner to show them what they mean, even if they're watching their every move. The final refrain, "And I can't say I feel the same (woah)," feels like an admission of defeat. Despite their best efforts, the relationship has lost its spark and the singer is left feeling alone and disappointed.
Overall, Midnight is a powerful exploration of the complexities of relationships and the challenges of keeping the flame of love burning bright. The song is beautifully crafted and showcases The Blue Stones's skillful songwriting and hauntingly evocative sound.
Line by Line Meaning
Steady glow, your fire fills the room
The ambiance and light from the fire set the mood for what's happening between the two people.
Dirty reds, my heart is haunted (haunted)
The intense emotions and feelings of love and attraction are running wild through the person's heart and mind.
Oo, I need to hear you call my name
The person longs for intimacy and connection with the other person, and hearing their name being called is a symbol of that connection.
Just like the first time I need it all the same
The person is reminiscing about how the connection felt in the beginning and how important it is to feel that way again.
But you're so damn naïve, you blink but you won't breathe
The other person is oblivious to the artist's needs and is not reciprocating the same level of connection and emotion.
We're falling out so hold tight
Despite feeling a disconnect, the person still wants to hold on and try to salvage what's left of the relationship.
And I can't say I feel the same, anymore
The person has realized that their feelings for the other person have changed and they don't feel the same level of connection and attraction as before.
It's midnight
The late hour represents a sense of urgency and finality in the situation, enforcing the idea that things must be resolved or come to an end soon.
Show me what I mean to you
The person is asking for confirmation that they still hold a significant place in the other person's heart and mind.
You're watching my every move
The other person is hyperfocused on the person, always paying attention to their actions and words.
So I slide to the right, you're holding the light
The person is trying to distance themselves to see if the other person will come after them, but they still hold onto the hope that they will.
Every second I waste is another try
The person acknowledges that time is running out and every moment counts as a chance to make things right.
And I can't say I feel the same (woah)
Reiterating that the person no longer feels the same level of connection and emotion as before.
Writer(s): Guillaume Briere, Benjamin Lebeau
Contributed by Logan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.