Beach Foam
The Future Islands Lyrics
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Looking for something to see
As the beach rolls in, I swear
It's bringing something to me
Baby, one day I'll have what I want:
Someone to stand next to me
But until then, I'll just wait and watch
Beach foam baby
Midnight baby
Beach foam, beach foam baby
Midnight baby, midnight baby
Midnight
Standing on a shore somewhere
Looking for something to be
As the beach rolls in, I swear
It's bringing something to me
Baby, one day I'll have what I want
Baby, one day I'll follow the stream
But until then I'll just wait and watch
As the pull rolls into me
Beach foam baby
Midnight baby
Beach foam, beach foam baby
Midnight baby, midnight baby
Midnight
Beach foam baby, beach foam
Beach foam baby
Midnight baby, midnight baby
Midnight
The lyrics of "Beach Foam" by The Future Islands evoke an introspective mood that is perfectly complemented by the dreamy music. The song is about standing on a beach somewhere, looking out at the vast expanse of the ocean, and waiting for something to happen. The singer is waiting for someone to stand next to him, or for some sign that his life is headed in the right direction. He is looking for something to see or to be, and he feels that the pull of the waves is bringing him closer to that something.
The chorus of the song is a repetition of the words "beach foam baby" and "midnight baby". These words evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing, and they create a dream-like atmosphere. The lyrics are open to interpretation, but they seem to suggest that the singer is searching for meaning and purpose in his life, and that he is willing to wait for as long as it takes to find it. The repetition of the chorus is like a mantra, a reminder to keep looking, keep waiting, keep hoping, and keep dreaming.
Overall, "Beach Foam" is a beautiful and haunting song that captures the essence of longing and waiting. It is a reminder that life is not always easy, but that there is always hope for something better.
Line by Line Meaning
Standing on a beach somewhere
I am standing on a beach, searching for something new and meaningful.
Looking for something to see
Hoping to find something interesting or captivating to observe.
As the beach rolls in, I swear
As the waves of the ocean come towards me, I promise there's something inviting within them.
It's bringing something to me
I feel like there's something... something unexplainable that the ocean is carrying towards me.
Baby, one day I'll have what I want:
Someday, I'll get what I truly desire.
Someone to stand next to me
A person with whom I can spend quality time, and who will make me happy.
But until then, I'll just wait and watch
I will patiently wait without getting disappointed, observing the surroundings for something worth catching.
As the pull rolls into me
I will surrender to the tumultuous nature of waves, and let them take me wherever they deem fit.
Beach foam baby
Pristine and frothy foam on the shore where ocean meets land.
Midnight baby
The time of day when darkness engulfs everything and the world around me turns silent and still like my mind.
Beach foam, beach foam baby
The captivating landscape of a beach, where the soft, swirling foam meets the sand.
Midnight baby, midnight baby
The contemplative state of mind that comes with the silence of the night.
Beach foam baby, beach foam
The white, foamy waves that wash up onto the beach, providing an entrancing sensory experience.
Midnight baby, midnight baby
The quietness and stillness of the night, allowing for introspection and self-awareness.
Midnight
A reminder of the meditative state brought on by nighttime, where one can truly look inward in peace.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: John Gerrit Welmers, Samuel Thompson Herring, William Hugh Cashion
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
HowlinBEAST
Standing on a beach somewhere
Looking for something to see
As the beach rolls in, I swear
It's bringing something to me
Baby, one day I'll have what I want:
Someone to stand next to me
But until then, I'll just wait and watch
As the pull rolls into me
Beach foam baby
Midnight baby
Beach foam, beach foam baby
Midnight baby, midnight baby
Midnight
Standing on a shore somewhere
Looking for something to be
As the beach rolls in, I swear
It's bringing something to me
Baby, one day I'll have what I want
Baby, one day I'll follow the stream
But until then I'll just wait and watch
As the pull rolls into me
Beach foam baby
Midnight baby
Beach foam, beach foam baby
Midnight baby, midnight baby
Midnight
Beach foam baby, beach foam
Beach foam baby
Midnight baby, midnight baby
Midnight
Sogonrei***
This is one of my all time favorites of Future Islands. This song just can take my stress from 10 to 0. And Sam's voice is just so powerful and full of emotion. The visuals of the video are so fitting with the band being deep, and unique. ❤
Khaylia Yamaoka
I could never explain how much I love these guys and how much their music has helped me. Such a long time since I last enjoyed music this much.
clydieCSGO CSGO-CSGO-CSGO
Thank you for the wise words! you be safe
Joe Ayres
This song is an epic statement about life and I see it as nothing less. the pure emotion put into this song; it needs to be heard by everyone.
Rodolfo Cruz
I still can't believe Future Islands would have been called “Beach Foam”, the band's first song and my favourite, it's inexplicable to say what it feels like to listen to this on a beach with the waves pounding, sadly they didn't play it Beach Foam at the concert in Mexico City, i hope one day i can hear it live because that version is even more incredible
HALLEBOOYAH
This song is never gonna get old.
Sandra
So good to meet you Sam at #FI1000. Much love. Great to have you pick me out of the first row, remember my story and sing right into my eyes right at the right time. Those lyrics. You really are something special. Can't wait to see you again. This time, it will be hug instead of a handshake, my friend. Waiting patiently for the next tour. Take your time. We can wait. It's how Singles, and more importantly your own happiness, was made, by staying true to yourselves. Keep doing' yo thang. It inspires me. X
hsirebbig
Anyone who likes this song but hasn't heard him perform this on their Live At Amoeba video should watch that asap. He takes this song to a whole other fucking level.
Laura Baasch
Posssibly their best song to this day <3
Goran Čanković
Лепо звучи, а спот је урађен у стилу Психоделије са краја 60-их. браво.