Tidal Wave
The Nick Hexum Quintet Lyrics
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I will remember what it took to get you in my arms
You got soul and heart for days
You're a mystery trapped in a maze
You got a way to always keep me guessing
You got pages that I've never seen
We fell together like a dream
You got a way to make me learn my lesson
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When the sunshine hits your face
I get a feeling everything's okay
I'm in all the way
And if we sleep in after noon
'Cuz I can't resist you
You're a tidal wave
Yeah the water knocked me down
And the current pulled me out
You're a tidal wave
I was driftin' like a castaway
Right off the coast of passed away
The loaner of the sea
No one to rescue me
I was floatin' without a boat
Just a few more days and that's all she wrote
I almost cashed in
Then you came in
Tidal wave knocked me over
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Oh so potent
Like a shot straight to the vein
Pulled in slow motion
Thought my chance was swept away
So do what you're doing
'Cuz I was in ruins
Let's just ride the wave
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The song "Tidal Wave" by The Nick Hexum Quintet is a love song that describes being overwhelmed by the depth of the singer's feelings towards their lover. The lyrics begin with the singer stating that if the world were to fall apart, they would always remember the effort it took to be with their lover. The lover is described as having "soul and heart for days" and being a mystery trapped in a maze. The singer expresses that they are always surprised by their lover and how they always keep them guessing.
The chorus of the song focuses on the imagery of a tidal wave, which has several meanings. Firstly, the tidal wave represents the overwhelming feeling of love that the singer experiences. Secondly, it can also represent the unexpected and unpredictable nature of the singer's relationship with their lover. The verse after the chorus talks about the singer feeling lost, like a castaway in the sea with no rescue in sight. The singer describes that they were just about to give up when their lover came and saved them from drowning.
Overall, "Tidal Wave" describes a person's roller coaster journey of emotions that is caused by their powerful love for their partner.
Line by Line Meaning
If ever the world should fall apart
In times of chaos, I'll remember what it took to have you with me.
I will remember what it took to get you in my arms
I'll cherish the effort it took for us to be together.
You got soul and heart for days
You have a deep and caring character.
You're a mystery trapped in a maze
You're an enigma I'm eager to discover.
You got a way to always keep me guessing
You surprise me in delightful ways.
You got pages that I've never seen
There's still so much to explore about you.
We fell together like a dream
Our connection is something from a storybook.
You got a way to make me learn my lesson
You help me grow wiser through our experiences.
Tidal wave knocked me over
You've had a powerful impact on me.
When the sunshine hits your face
In your presence, life is filled with joy.
I get a feeling everything's okay
You bring peace and comfort to my life.
I'm in all the way
I'm fully committed to our relationship.
And if we sleep in after noon
We're happy to spend lazy days together.
'Cuz I can't resist you
I'm deeply attracted to you.
You're a tidal wave
You're a force to be reckoned with.
Yeah the water knocked me down
Your influence has left me breathless at times.
And the current pulled me out
Your impact has taken me to new and exciting places.
I was driftin' like a castaway
I felt lost and alone before I met you.
Right off the coast of passed away
I was close to giving up.
The loaner of the sea
I was on my own in life.
No one to rescue me
I felt like there was no hope for me.
I was floatin' without a boat
I had no direction or purpose.
Just a few more days and that's all she wrote
I was close to giving up before we met.
I almost cashed in
I nearly gave up on finding someone like you.
Then you came in
You changed my life for the better.
Oh so potent
Your impact on my life is intense and powerful.
Like a shot straight to the vein
Your presence in my life is addictive and thrilling.
Pulled in slow motion
Our love story unfolded gradually and beautifully.
Thought my chance was swept away
I felt like I'd missed my chance at happiness.
So do what you're doing
Keep being yourself, because I love you for who you are.
'Cuz I was in ruins
I was a broken person before I met you.
Let's just ride the wave
Let's enjoy the journey of life together, no matter what comes our way.
Writer(s): Timothy Pagnotta, Nicholas Lofton Hexum
Contributed by Miles B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.