Fall of '82
The Shins Lyrics
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But I didn't go through what you must have in those early days
You had to be strong at such a very young age
A new life from lemonade
So won't you listen to me now
There's something I never told you
And I'm about to try
You moved back in with us in the fall of '82
I fell into dark times and you were there to help me through
You told me that a downturn would eventually improve
And you were right, so I'm thanking you
So won't you listen to me now
There's something I never told you
And I'm about to try
See you were my lifeline when the world was exploding
Footholds eroding
Had you never been my friend
I wouldn't be quite what you see
I wouldn't be the man I am
Sister you've known me (Sister you've known me)
Lost in a strange world (Sister you've known me)
What has it shown me (Sister you've known me)
What has it gone through (Sister you've known me)
Sister you've known me (Sister you've known me)
Been lost in a strange world (Sister you've known me)
But has it shown me (Sister you've known me)
What has it gone through (Sister you've known me)
October chill in that old dusty town
Halloween came, I was still feeling down
Mama, lost my sweet tooth, what's the point in going 'round?
Your boy is losing count
Maybe try the lost and found
The song Fall of '82 by The Shins is a heartfelt tribute to a sister who supported the singer during a difficult period in his life. The lyrics express the singer's admiration for his sister, who had to be strong at a young age and start a new life from scratch. The singer reflects on the tough times he went through in the fall of '82 and how his sister was his lifeline during those tumultuous times. He credits her with helping him overcome his dark times and showing him that things would get better.
Throughout the song, the singer expresses gratitude for his sister's unwavering support and admits that he wouldn't be the man he is today without her. The lyrics "had you never been my friend, I wouldn't be quite what you see" encapsulate his appreciation for her role in his life. The song's message is one of love, support, and the power of family to help us through difficult times in life.
Overall, Fall of '82 is a touching tribute to the bond between siblings and the important role that family plays in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I do relate to you in so many ways
I feel a strong connection with you because we have many similarities.
But I didn't go through what you must have in those early days
However, I recognize that I didn't experience the same things you did during that time.
You had to be strong at such a very young age
You had to exhibit great strength at a young age.
A new life from lemonade
Despite the difficulties you faced, you were able to make something good out of a bad situation.
So won't you listen to me now
Can you please pay attention to what I'm saying?
There's something I never told you
There's some information I haven't shared with you before.
And I'm about to try
I'm going to try to share it now.
See you were my lifeline when the world was exploding
You were my support system during a chaotic period in my life.
You moved back in with us in the fall of '82
At the time of this event, you came to live with us again in 1982.
I fell into dark times and you were there to help me through
During a difficult time in my life, you were there to provide me with assistance and guidance.
You told me that a downturn would eventually improve
You gave me hope by informing me that a negative situation would eventually get better.
And you were right, so I'm thanking you
Your prediction came true, and I'm expressing my gratitude to you for it.
Footholds eroding
The foundation of my life was crumbling beneath me.
Had you never been my friend
If we had never met and become friends,
I wouldn't be quite what you see
I wouldn't be the same person I am today.
I wouldn't be the man I am
I would not have developed into the person I currently am.
Sister you've known me (Sister you've known me)
You have known me well, my sister.
Lost in a strange world (Sister you've known me)
I have felt lost in an unfamiliar environment and you were aware of this.
What has it shown me (Sister you've known me)
Living in this world has taught me some significant lessons.
What has it gone through (Sister you've known me)
This environment has been through certain things as well.
October chill in that old dusty town
The month was October and the town was old and dusty.
Halloween came, I was still feeling down
Halloween arrived and I was still unhappy.
Mama, lost my sweet tooth, what's the point in going 'round?
I lost my desire for something that used to bring me joy so I questioned the purpose in continuing it.
Your boy is losing count
I'm starting to lose track of things.
Maybe try the lost and found
Perhaps I should look for what I've lost, where lost items are typically found.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JAMES MERCER
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Alicia TV
I do relate to you in so many ways
But I didn't go through what you must have in those early days
You had to be strong at such a very young age
A new life on lemonade
So won't you listen to me now
There's something I never told you
And I'm about to try
See you were my lifeline when the world was exploding
You moved back in with us in the fall of '82
I fell into dark times and you were there to help me through
You told me that a downturn would eventually improve
And you were right, so I'm thanking you
So won't you listen to me now
There's something I never told you
And I'm about to try
See you were my lifeline when the world was exploding
Footholds eroding
Had you never been my friend
I wouldn't be quite what you see
I wouldn't be the man I am
Sister you've known me
Lost in a strange world
What has it shown me
What has it gone through
Sister you've known me
Been lost in a strange world
But has it shown me
What has it gone through
October chill in that old dusty town
Halloween came, I was still feeling down
Mama, lost my sweet tooth, what's the point in going 'round?
Your boy is losing count
Maybe try the lost and found
lahudm
My brother is not the most expressive guy, and he just dedicated this song to me. I've never felt so happy in my life!
Blicky Blockity
What do you mean? Did he write it?
Alicia TV
I do relate to you in so many ways
But I didn't go through what you must have in those early days
You had to be strong at such a very young age
A new life on lemonade
So won't you listen to me now
There's something I never told you
And I'm about to try
See you were my lifeline when the world was exploding
You moved back in with us in the fall of '82
I fell into dark times and you were there to help me through
You told me that a downturn would eventually improve
And you were right, so I'm thanking you
So won't you listen to me now
There's something I never told you
And I'm about to try
See you were my lifeline when the world was exploding
Footholds eroding
Had you never been my friend
I wouldn't be quite what you see
I wouldn't be the man I am
Sister you've known me
Lost in a strange world
What has it shown me
What has it gone through
Sister you've known me
Been lost in a strange world
But has it shown me
What has it gone through
October chill in that old dusty town
Halloween came, I was still feeling down
Mama, lost my sweet tooth, what's the point in going 'round?
Your boy is losing count
Maybe try the lost and found
Resz7
One of those songs that I couldn't imagine my life without :)
Jonah Johnson
Favorite song on the album! Love the trumpet solo in it, too.
Deathryzer
it's a pretty cool song. I like the part where it goes..."had you never been my friend, i wouldn't be...etc", i play the song looking forward to that part.
onecrazywheel
A good song to get pumped up for getting back into electrical work! I ready to work tomorrow morning!
peter tort
ya i agree, the more i hear it the more i like it.
Sasha
Me and my boyfriend listen to this all the time :)
lemonjelly
Just heard this on Edge 102.1, such a good song!