Unexpected
The View Lyrics
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Tack them into the frame for now, as I know that you'll be here.
It's not just me you know, there's a lot of ruined smiles,
And I remain so strong for them, even though,
I'm burst inside.
It was unexpected,
But I always should have known, That you would lead a shortened life coz your light was running low.
Felt I was one with you, and you reassured my head,
Didn't seem the same when you were lying in your bed.
No trips to our secret place since you left me on my own,
You said that you would never leave and your soul would linger on.
It was unexpected,
But I always should have known,
That you would lead a shortened life as your light was running low.
You should have told me when,
When you decided to give in.
I wasn't ready for the blow,
And now my sun has turned to snow.
Cut out your pictures now I know that you are near.
Tack them into the frame for now, as I know you won't be here
The View's song "Unexpected" is a poignant representation of grief and dealing with loss. The song speaks of the aftermath of losing someone close and depicts the intensity of emotions felt by the singer. The lyrics convey the pain of losing someone too soon, which has caught the singer off guard. The line, "It was unexpected, but I always should have known, that you would lead a shortened life because your light was running low" is a reflection on the inevitability of death and the vulnerability of life. The singer feels a sense of connection with the person who has passed away, and the loss has left him with a void that is hard to fill.
The singer reminisces on the times he shared with the deceased and how they used to visit their secret place, which they don't anymore since the person's departure. The singer is trying to cope with the loss, surrounded by people who have also been affected by the person's death. The line "It's not just me you know, there's a lot of ruined smiles, and I remain so strong for them, even though, I'm burst inside" speaks to the strength the singer tries to muster to support others, even if he's in tatters himself. He goes on to question the lack of warning, saying "You should have told me when, when you decided to give in. I wasn't ready for the blow, and now my sun has turned to snow," expressing his desire for warning, to prepare himself mentally for the reality that would hit him soon.
Line by Line Meaning
Cut out your pictures now, I know that you are near.
I feel your presence even though you're not physically here with me.
Tack them into the frame for now, as I know that you'll be here.
I want to make sure you're always a part of my life, even if it's just in pictures.
It's not just me you know, there's a lot of ruined smiles,
Your death has affected many people, not just me.
And I remain so strong for them, even though,
I try to stay strong for others, even though I'm struggling to cope.
I'm burst inside.
Inside, I'm devastated and falling apart.
It was unexpected,
Your death came as a shock.
But I always should have known,
Deep down, I knew your time was limited.
That you would lead a shortened life coz your light was running low.
Your life was cut short because you were running out of time.
Felt I was one with you, and you reassured my head,
I felt close to you and you always knew how to make me feel better.
Didn't seem the same when you were lying in your bed.
Seeing you in your final moments was not the same as our time together before.
No trips to our secret place since you left me on my own,
I haven't been back to our special spot since you passed away.
You said that you would never leave and your soul would linger on.
You promised me that you would always be with me and your spirit would live on.
You should have told me when,
I wish you had warned me that your time was running out.
When you decided to give in.
When you were ready to let go.
I wasn't ready for the blow,
I wasn't prepared for the impact of your death.
And now my sun has turned to snow.
My life has lost its brightness and has become cold and joyless.
Cut out your pictures now I know that you are near.
Even though I know you're gone, I still feel your presence and want to keep your memory alive.
Tack them into the frame for now, as I know you won't be here
I'm holding on to the pictures for now but I know you won't physically be here again.
Contributed by Juliana T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TheScunneredMan
Very good piece of music. Lyrics, tune and arrangement.
@TheDarkraver84
When I miss someone I listen to this lovely song.
@wizardflaps
"Very sad song .... and yet very beautiful ..."
@bhayleighwallace2399
this song is alot to me cause it's like a thing that happened to my mum but I love it even though the rough time xxxx (memorise)
@Charka41
love to hear a pretty sad song of the view, all of their songs make me so happy. but this one make's me think of people i love. dying to see the view again <3
@neonMETEOR
damn.. did i just cry to this song? i think i just did.. this is such a touching song.
@williamgillon3934
listening to them on headphones right now. pretty drunk. love them x
@Zebbadi
so beautiful lyrically :) i never really new this was a song on the album my mind kinda blanked it.. then i was reading the lyrics in the album cover... and its really beautiful :)
@jamescassidymusic8172
When I miss my mum I listen to this cheers kyle
@rudebox2507
what a song !!!! the view are brilliant!!