Talk
Tim Atlas Lyrics
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Even if I wanted to, at least I'm having fun with you
It's a never-ending cycle,
out of sight, out of mind
The ignorance can take it's tide
But let's be honest,
we pretend it's nothing, I know
'Cos we play and play and we play
and get up again
Hypocrites may defend
'cos if we got time when we gonna talk?
Her costumes are hiding
behind the screen in front of me
To make a choice or disagree, disagree
Eloquent disasters, leaves us with a green light
To be at all without the fight
So let's be honest, we pretend it's nothing,
I know, we're too busy to commit
'cos we play and we play and we play
and get up again
Hypocrites may defend
"cos if we got time when we gon' talk?
I know, we're too busy to commit
'cos we play and we play and we play
and get up again
Hypocrites may defend
"cos if we got time when we gon' talk?
In Tim Atlas's song "Talk," the artist explores the complexities of modern relationships and the struggles that come with communicating in a fast-paced world. The opening line "Girl couldn't stop the noise" suggests that there is a lot of background noise and distractions that make it difficult for the artist and his partner to communicate effectively. However, despite this, the artist acknowledges that he is enjoying himself with his partner.
The chorus of the song highlights the issues that arise from a lack of communication in a relationship. The artist notes that they pretend that there is nothing wrong, but in reality, they are too busy playing around to commit to addressing any issues. The line "hypocrites may defend" suggests that they are aware of their own hypocrisy but are still struggling to find the time to talk.
The second verse of the song further highlights the challenges of communicating in a world dominated by screens and social media. The artist notes that his partner's costumes are hiding behind the screen, and it is difficult to make a choice or disagree when they are not speaking face-to-face. The line "eloquent disasters, leaves us with a green light" suggests that even when they do communicate, it is not always successful, and they are left with a sense of confusion rather than clarity.
Overall, "Talk" is a poignant exploration of how difficult it can be to communicate effectively in a world full of distractions and background noise. The artist acknowledges the challenges but also highlights the importance of finding time to address issues and communicate honestly with a partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl couldn't stop the noise
The situation was so loud and chaotic that the girl was unable to halt the commotion.
Even if I wanted to, at least I'm having fun with you
Although I may want to escape the chaos and noise, being with you is enjoyable.
It's a never-ending cycle, out of sight, out of mind
The unending cycle of noise and chaos can lead to living in ignorance, forgetting about the issues at hand.
The ignorance can take its tide
Being ignorant of a problem can cause it to grow and become more difficult to manage.
But let's be honest, we pretend it's nothing, I know
Despite the problem being present, we often pretend it does not exist or is insignificant.
We're too busy to commit
Due to our busyness or unwillingness to deal with the problem, we are unable to devote time to address the issue.
'Cos we play and play and we play and get up again
We engage in distractions and activities to avoid facing the problem, but it will still be there when we return.
Hypocrites may defend
Some people may defend this behavior, even though they know it is hypocritical.
'cos if we got time, when we gonna talk?
We never seem to have the time to address the issue, therefore, when will the discussion take place?
Her costumes are hiding behind the screen in front of me
She hides behind her costumes and personas, often presenting a facade instead of her true self.
To make a choice or disagree, disagree
She struggles to express her opinions or make decisions, instead defaulting to disagreeing with others.
Eloquent disasters, leaves us with a green light
Our articulate communication breakdowns lead us to give up or surrender, rather than push forward and pursue a solution.
To be at all without the fight
We hope to solve the problem without putting forth much effort or conflict.
Contributed by Ella F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.