Anthem
The Clouds Lyrics
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Nothing fancy, just new
I want something I can explore
Give me a bit of you
I want something to fill my time
I don't have much to do
I want something that I can hold
Give me a bit of you
Something about the way you are
Is different to anyone else
You make me forget myself
I'm doing things I've never done before
Things I couldn't tell my friends
And here I go again
I want something larger than life
Too big, too good to be true
I want something no-one else has
Give me a bit of you
The Clouds’s “Anthem” expresses the desire to experience something new, to delve into unexplored territory, and to come in contact with the ineffable. The song begins with the singer's yearning for "something to think about, nothing fancy, just new." They want to uncover new ways of seeing and thinking about the world they inhabit. With "Give me a bit of you," they seem to suggest that the best exploration comes from connecting with and learning from others.
The chorus of the song shifts to the singer's experience with a person who is "different to anyone else." This individual's presence does not only impact the singer's thoughts but pushes them to explore new experiences they cannot share with their friends: "I'm doing things I've never done before / Things I couldn't tell my friends." This person, whoever they may be, makes the singer feel something greater than themselves, something larger than life itself.
The song concludes with the repeated chorus of wanting "something no-one else has," with the plea to "Give me a bit of you." The song suggests that the best way to get to something new is by building connections, learning from others, and experiencing things together. It's a reminder to seek out new experiences and embrace the unfamiliar.
Line by Line Meaning
I want something to think about
I'm looking for an idea, a concept, or a notion that will inspire me to reflect and ponder.
Nothing fancy, just new
I'm not asking for anything extravagant, just something that is novel and refreshing.
I want something I can explore
I'm seeking an opportunity to investigate, discover, and investigate something deeply.
Give me a bit of you
I'm asking for a piece of your personality, your knowledge, or your experience that you can impart to me.
I want something to fill my time
I have a lot of free time, and I want an activity or pursuit that can occupy my time and attention.
I don't have much to do
I'm bored, idle, and unengaged, and I'm seeking something that can stimulate me.
I want something that I can hold
I want something tangible, concrete, and physical that I can grasp, touch, or possess.
Something about the way you are
There is something distinctive, unique, or remarkable about your personality, behavior, or demeanor.
Is different to anyone else
You stand out from the crowd, and you exhibit qualities that are rare, unusual or distinctive.
You make me forget myself
Your presence, your conversation, or your influence has the power to make me lose track of time, concerns, and worries.
I'm doing things I've never done before
I'm stepping out of my comfort zone and exploring new territories, pushing my boundaries beyond what I'm used to.
Things I couldn't tell my friends
I'm experiencing activities, emotions or thoughts that are too personal or private to share with my peers.
And here I go again
I'm embracing the excitement, thrill, and risk of new experiences and embarking on another adventure
I want something larger than life
I crave for an experience or an objective that is grandiose, majestic or awe-inspiring.
Too big, too good to be true
I'm aware that my aspirations might be unrealistic, unattainable or improbable, but I want to pursue them anyway.
I want something no-one else has
I'm searching for an object, a skill, or a quality that is singular, unique or distinctive, and that nobody else possesses.
Give me a bit of you
I'm asking for a part of you, your essence, or your soul that can enrich my own life, and make it more fulfilling.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PATRICIA YOUNG
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