Elephian
The Dead Flowers Lyrics
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The smell of smoke seeps through the room, the room in which I stand
You don't seem to like the chair that your back is perched against
You don't seem to be that aware
That bit, that bit I understand
And now it's time for you to bed a smile comes across
Green robe covers like a pin soaked in a pennywise pocket gin
You think I'm lucky not to pay the rent, you think I've fallen for a fool
That bit, that bit I understand
With watered eyes you look an angel, that bodies shaking through the floor
I know that I've caused all your sorrow I know you should have gotten more
It's not something I ever planned It's not some evil I've had before
There's just one thing I can't understand
Why would you ever want a man
The Dead Flowers's song "Elephian" is a deeply emotional and introspective piece that explores the complexities of a troubled relationship. The lyrics speak of a situation where the singer seems to be witnessing their partner's self-destructive behavior, represented by holding a burning match against their own palm. The smoke seeps through the room, symbolizing the toxic energy that has been created between the two of them. The singer seems to be trying to understand their partner's behavior, but is unable to fully do so, as they are not "that aware".
As the song progresses, the singer reflects on their own shortcomings and perceived good fortune. They are seen as lucky not to pay the rent, but are also viewed as a fool by their partner. It is evident that the relationship is fraught with tension and perhaps even resentment. The singer acknowledges that they are the cause of their partner's sorrow, but also states that it was never something they had planned. The line "there's just one thing I can't understand, why would you ever want a man" speaks to the singer's confusion as to why their partner would choose to continue being with them, despite the difficulties in their relationship.
Overall, "Elephian" is a powerful and poignant expression of the highs and lows of love and relationships. It is a song that touches on themes of self-reflection, regret, and the complexities of human emotion.
Line by Line Meaning
You hold the match still burning up against the palm of your hand
You’re holding the lit match against your hand as if to test your pain tolerance
The smell of smoke seeps through the room, the room in which I stand
The odor of burning fills the room I’m in
You don't seem to like the chair that your back is perched against
You seem uncomfortable in the chair you’re sitting on
You don't seem to be that aware
You don’t appear to be fully present or conscious of your surroundings
That bit, that bit I understand
I recognize that aspect, I can relate to it
And now it's time for you to bed a smile comes across
As it’s time for you to sleep, you grin
Green robe covers like a pin soaked in a pennywise pocket gin
Your green robe looks like it’s damp from being soaked in cheap gin
You think I'm lucky not to pay the rent, you think I've fallen for a fool
You believe I’m fortunate not having to pay rent and that I’m gullible
You always were hard on you
You’ve always been hard on yourself
With watered eyes you look an angel, that bodies shaking through the floor
Your teary-eyed face looks angelic, but your body is trembling so hard that it feels like an earthquake
I know that I've caused all your sorrow I know you should have gotten more
I’m aware that I’m responsible for your pain and that you deserved better
It's not something I ever planned It's not some evil I've had before
I didn’t intend for this to happen, it's not a wickedness I've possessed previously
There's just one thing I can't understand
There’s one thing I can’t comprehend
Why would you ever want a man
Why would you ever desire a man in the first place
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