Hide & Seek
The Gentleman Lyrics


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I`m watching at my feet as I stumble
I`m learning to walk again
As I was born again
Have I told you that

I`m learning how to speak and laugh
Is my posture right
I reached my limits
Acted like a king
At least I think so

Have I told you how you guide me
No, I must stay quiet
I must stay low
Except in all
In everything, I must glow

I`m trembling,
No, I`m shaking
I want it all to disappear
But when you ask me
I don`t know what I mean

I`m breathing resentlessly
I`m going unstoppably
I shout before I sleep
Lead the battle with those to whom I won`t speak

Lead me lead me
Say you forgive me
Hide me hide me
Say that you love me
Take me shake me
Stop that scilence
Careful don`t break me

My head is in the box
I refuse to leave
My fantasies are dirty
Which I never dare to live

Nature, nature
I have to make room in my memory
I must learn the pattern
I must find a key or I`ll disappear
Disappear

Lead me lead me
Say you forgive me
Hide me hide me
Say that you love me
Take me shake me




Stop that silence
Careful don`t break me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Hide & Seek" by The Gentleman's Song depict a sense of personal growth and self-discovery. The opening lines suggest a metaphorical rebirth, as the singer learns to walk and speak again. They acknowledge their own limitations, perhaps reflecting on past mistakes or shortcomings but also expressing a sense of newfound confidence. The phrase "acted like a king" implies a belief in their own abilities and potential.


The next stanza portrays a conflict between the desire to share their experiences and emotions and the need to remain quiet and humble. The singer references being guided by someone, possibly a mentor or a significant other, but feels the necessity to keep their thoughts and feelings hidden. This tension between self-expression and restraint is apparent as they assert their need to shine and be noticed.


The third stanza reveals a sense of turmoil and uncertainty within the singer. They describe trembling and shaking, wanting everything to disappear. When asked about their desires or intentions, they cannot provide a clear answer, suggesting a struggle with self-understanding or a lack of direction. The repetition of the phrase "I don't know what I mean" emphasizes this confusion.


The final stanza evokes themes of forgiveness, love, and vulnerability. The singer pleads to be led, forgiven, and loved, while also fearing the potential consequences. They feel trapped, with their "head in the box," and refuse to leave their comfort zone, even though their fantasies remain unfulfilled. The mention of nature and the need to "make room in my memory" suggests a desire for personal growth and understanding, implying that without it, the singer may risk losing their sense of identity or fading away.


Overall, "Hide & Seek" explores the journey of self-discovery, the struggle between self-expression and restraint, and the fear of vulnerability and potential consequences. The lyrics reflect a sense of longing for guidance, forgiveness, and love while also highlighting the importance of personal growth and finding one's own voice.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm watching at my feet as I stumble
I am observing my own mistakes and failures


I'm learning to walk again
I am in the process of starting fresh and rebuilding myself


As I was born again
I am experiencing a transformative rebirth


Have I told you that
Did I mention this to you before?


I'm learning how to speak and laugh
I am discovering how to express myself and find joy


Is my posture right
Am I presenting myself correctly?


I reached my limits
I have pushed myself to my maximum capacity


Acted like a king
I have behaved with confidence and authority


At least I think so
Or at least that's what I believe


Have I told you how you guide me
Have I mentioned how you provide me with direction and support


No, I must stay quiet
No, I need to remain silent


I must stay low
I must keep a low profile


Except in all
Except in every aspect


In everything, I must glow
I must shine and radiate positivity in everything I do


I'm trembling
I'm feeling intense fear or anxiety


No, I'm shaking
No, I am shaking with nerves or fear


I want it all to disappear
I desire for everything to vanish or go away


But when you ask me
However, when you inquire about it


I don't know what I mean
I am uncertain or confused about my own intentions or feelings


I'm breathing resentlessly
I'm breathing without any resentment or bitterness


I'm going unstoppably
I'm moving forward without any obstacles or hindrance


I shout before I sleep
I vocalize my thoughts or emotions before going to bed


Lead the battle with those to whom I won't speak
I engage in conflicts with people with whom I do not communicate


Lead me lead me
Take me as the leader, guide me


Say you forgive me
Tell me that you grant me forgiveness


Hide me hide me
Conceal or shelter me from harm


Say that you love me
Express your love towards me


Take me shake me
Capture my attention, shake me to my core


Stop that silence
End the state of silence or absence of communication


Careful don't break me
Be cautious not to damage or harm me


My head is in the box
I am mentally trapped or confined


I refuse to leave
I am determined not to depart or move from my current situation


My fantasies are dirty
My daydreams or desires are illicit or improper


Which I never dare to live
Which I never have the courage to experience


Nature, nature
The natural world, the essence of existence


I have to make room in my memory
I need to allocate space in my mind to remember


I must learn the pattern
I need to grasp the underlying structure or sequence


I must find a key or I'll disappear
I must discover a solution or I will vanish or fade away


Disappear
Cease to exist or be seen




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Marko Hraščanec

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