My Blood Is Full Of Airplanes
The Cinema Lyrics
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As all these words run, I'm out of breath from kicking cans at God
And I said, Jesus Christ
The nights are much too long
I'm tired of throwing bodies at the moon
I’m sure I will be caught soon
And then I had this dream I was fast as lightning
Flying in a suitcase over these islands
But this time I did, I'm not waking up
Get it right this time
I’m throwing lassos at the sky
Catching moments as big as my eyes
Intoxicating like, like we’re on a gold mine
Get it right this time
I'm throwing islands at your eyes
That’s right you got me practicing lies
Intoxicating like, like we’re on a gold mine
Cut the curtains fall around my head
Yesterday is dead, I can’t erase the stupid things I did
And I said Jesus Christ
The nights are much too strong
I’m tired of throwing bottles at the sun
I’m sure we won’t be here long
And then I had this dream I was fast as lightning
Flying in a suitcase over these islands
But this time I did, I’m not waking up
Get it right this time
I'm throwing lassos at the sky
Catching moments as big as my eyes
Intoxicating like, like we’re on a gold mine
Get it right this time
I'm throwing islands at your eyes
That’s right you got me practicing lies
Intoxicating like
And maybe I’ve been thinking about the molecules I’ve been breathing
And now my skin’s so soft it breaks with every breath I’m taking
And now my blood is full of airplanes and they’re flying me away
From all these God damn dirt bag neighborhoods
Saying don’t look back, don’t you dare look back at me
Alright this time
We’re throwing models at the sun
Won’t be here for too long
Intoxicating like, intoxicating
Get it right this time
I’m throwing islands at your eyes
That’s right you got me practicing lies
Intoxicating like, like, like
Get it right this time
I’m throwing lassos at the sky
Catching moments as big as my eyes
Intoxicating like
Don’t look back, don’t you dare look back now
Get it right this time
I’m throwing islands at your eyes
That’s right you got me practicing lies
Intoxicating like, like we're on a gold mine
The song "My Blood is Full of Airplanes" by The Cinema is about the desire to escape from a less-than-ideal situation and the struggle to find one's place in the world. In the opening lines, the singer is desperate to be free from the words that weigh them down, but they cannot seem to escape their fate. They long to be somewhere else, somewhere that is different from where they are, with each stanza expressing the desire to be someone other than themselves.
As the song progresses, the singer describes a dream in which they are able to escape their current reality and fly over islands at lightning speed. However, they eventually realize that they cannot keep living in a dream world and need to face their challenges head-on. The chorus repeats the phrase "Get it right this time" as a reminder to be more intentional and focused in their pursuit of happiness.
The lyrics take a darker turn in the final verse, with the singer acknowledging their regrets and past mistakes. They express a sense of hopelessness about being able to change their past and fear the inevitability of their future. However, they end with a sense of resolve, throwing "models at the sun" and committing to living in the moment and embracing the unknown.
Overall, "My Blood is Full of Airplanes" is a poignant and existential exploration of the human condition, particularly the struggle to find meaning and purpose in a chaotic and uncertain world.
Line by Line Meaning
Cut the cord that opens up my jaw
I need to stop speaking so freely and impulsively, and instead take control over my words.
As all these words run, I'm out of breath from kicking cans at God
I'm tired of feeling angry and helpless, and taking out my frustration on a higher power.
And I said, Jesus Christ
The nights are much too long
I'm tired of throwing bodies at the moon
I’m sure I will be caught soon
I feel stuck in endless nights of frustration and despair, and my attempts to rebel against the natural world will eventually have consequences.
And then I had this dream I was fast as lightning
Flying in a suitcase over these islands
But this time I did, I'm not waking up
I dreamt of escaping my problems and limitations, and this time I'm determined to make it a reality.
Get it right this time
I’m throwing lassos at the sky
Catching moments as big as my eyes
Intoxicating like, like we’re on a gold mine
I want to actively seize the opportunities and experiences that come my way and bask in their euphoric rush.
I'm throwing islands at your eyes
That’s right you got me practicing lies
Intoxicating like, like we’re on a gold mine
I'm putting on a façade to impress others and enjoy the feeling of being admired and desired.
Cut the curtains fall around my head
Yesterday is dead, I can’t erase the stupid things I did
I need to let go of the past and move on from my regrets and mistakes.
I’m tired of throwing bottles at the sun
I’m sure we won’t be here long
I'm tired of futilely fighting against the unstoppable forces of nature and recognize the fleeting nature of life.
And maybe I’ve been thinking about the molecules I’ve been breathing
And now my skin’s so soft it breaks with every breath I’m taking
And now my blood is full of airplanes and they’re flying me away
From all these God damn dirt bag neighborhoods
Saying don’t look back, don’t you dare look back at me
I've been contemplating the fragility of life and the impact of my surroundings on my physical and emotional health. I feel a strong need to escape my current environment and start anew, leaving everything behind.
Alright this time
We’re throwing models at the sun
Won’t be here for too long
Intoxicating like, intoxicating
I'm ready to take risks and live in the moment, knowing that life is short and uncertain.
Don’t look back, don’t you dare look back now
I'm determined to move forward and not dwell on the past or regret my decisions.
Contributed by Elena M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.