Novocaine
Tim Schou Lyrics


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My blood stream doesn't burn like it used to
And my hands don't quiver quite as much

Cause ever since you walked into the room
You changed my broken point of view

Even when the world goes down in flames
I can't feel a thing cause you're my novocaine
I can't feel a thing cause you're my novocaine

My temper doesn't tick like it used to
And my body doesn't shiver when I'm with you

Cause ever since you walked into the room
You changed my broken point of view

Even when the world goes down in flames




I can't feel a thing cause you're my novocaine
I can't feel a thing cause you're my novocaine

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tim Schou's Novocaine describe the transformative power of love on an individual's physical and emotional senses. The chorus of the song emphasizes the numbness felt by the songwriter in the face of external chaos due to the calming and soothing effect of love. The metaphorical use of the term "novocaine" helps to drive home this idea, as it is a painkiller that numbs physical sensations. The singer's ability to feel nothing through it even when the world is falling apart is an indication of how heavily he relies on the love he has attained to cope with the turmoil around him.


The verse then continues with the same theme of how love has transformed the singer's personality. The poet talks about how his blood no longer boils, and his temper doesn't tick like it used to. These descriptions indicate the earlier volatile and maybe harmful condition of his personality. The choice of words like "broken," "shiver," and "quiver" indicate that before the love, the singer was in a much fragile mental state. But, everything has changed ever since love has entered his life, and this shift in temper and trembling reactions can only be attributed to the love's impact in his life.


Overall, the song points to the idea that love can be the ultimate escape from the turmoil of the world. The chaos that can be overwhelming to an individual can be numbed and rendered insignificant by the new perspective and stability that love can provide.


Line by Line Meaning

My blood stream doesn't burn like it used to
I don't feel the same intense emotions as I used to


And my hands don't quiver quite as much
I'm not as nervous or anxious as I used to be


Cause ever since you walked into the room
My feelings changed the moment you entered the room


You changed my broken point of view
You helped me see things in a different, healthier way


Even when the world goes down in flames
No matter how bad things get


I can't feel a thing cause you're my novocaine
Your presence numbs any pain or negative emotion


My temper doesn't tick like it used to
I don't get as easily irritated as I used to


And my body doesn't shiver when I'm with you
I feel safe and calm around you


I can't feel a thing cause you're my novocaine
Your love and companionship are the only things that matter and give me comfort




Writer(s): Tim Schou, Gavyn Matthew Bailey, Jackie Hishmeh

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Comments from YouTube:

@MB-sp4tq

I just heard this song on the radio and I spent 20 minutes online trying to find it. So glad I did.

@TIMSCHOUONLINE

Hi Matilda. Glad you found your way to me. Stayed tuned for more music coming soon. :)

@Lauren-in4zu

found this on spotify! amazing song!!!

@BellaZadithya

same with me!

@NovaKane669

Beautiful song 💜

@yarasaleh9338

Wow I am speechless... this is absolutely my favorite song ever ♥️

@mmeowbellaa

I cannot get enough of this song. It speaks to me in volumes! Thanks Tim 😍

@moanabenice

This song is so beautiful, I can't even put it in words. It makes you feel something very deep, it's a bit sad but longing and hopeful, I don't know... Love it. Such a masterpiece🧡

@dannyaustin2553

He’s a amazing artist surprised he hasn’t exploded yet

@andreajohnson1336

This gives me goosebumps it's so good

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