Long Hot Summer
Tom Middleton Lyrics
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Why I've even been out walking
They tell me that it helps
But I know when I'm beaten
All those lonely films
And all those lonely parties
But now the feeling is off-screen
An' the tears for real not acted, anymore
I'm all mixed up inside
I want to run but I can't hide
And however much we try
We can't escape the truth and the fact is
Don't matter what I do
It don't matter what I do
Don't matter what I do
Don't matter what I do
Don't matter what I do
'Cause I end up hurting you
One more covered sigh
And one more glance you know means goodbye
Can't you see that's why
We're dashing ourselves against the rocks of a lifetime
(In my mind different voices call)
What once was pleasure now's pain for us all
(In my heart only shadows fall)
I once stood proud now I feel so small
(I don't know whether to laugh or cry)
The long hot summer just passed me by
The lyrics of Tom Middleton's song "Long Hot Summer" depict a person who feels lost and trapped in their life. The singer talks about playing the role that society expects them to play and pretending to be happy, even though they feel defeated inside. The person has tried to find solace in various activities, such as walking, watching films, and attending parties, but nothing seems to work. They have also tried to distance themselves from their problems, but they realize that it is impossible to escape the truth.
The singer is aware that their actions are hurting someone close to them, and they feel guilty about it. They express that no matter what they do, they continue to make the same mistakes that cause pain to the person they care about. The person is conflicted and desires to "run" and "hide" from their problems, but they are unable to. At the end of the song, the person reflects on the long hot summer that just ended, and they feel like they missed out on something important.
Overall, the song represents the struggle of an individual who is trying to cope with their problems and find their way in life. The lyrics suggest that it is challenging to escape one's issues, and the person may feel like they are stuck in a rut. The song portrays a sense of hopelessness and despair that is relatable to many people.
Line by Line Meaning
I play out my role
I am following the path that I am supposed to take
Why I've even been out walking
I have tried to change my surroundings to feel better
They tell me that it helps
People advise me that walking could make me feel good
But I know when I'm beaten
But deep down, I know that it doesn't help me anymore
All those lonely films
I used to watch movies alone
And all those lonely parties
I had been to parties alone, wishing to find solace
But now the feeling is off-screen
But this time, I am experiencing it in real
An' the tears for real not acted, anymore
I am genuinely shedding tears now
I'm all mixed up inside
I am confused and lost internally
I want to run but I can't hide
I desire to escape this state, but I cannot
And however much we try
Even if we strive to change things
We can't escape the truth and the fact is
We cannot escape the reality, and the truth is unavoidable
Don't matter what I do
No matter what I do
It don't matter what I do
It doesn't matter what I do
Don't matter what I do
It still doesn't matter what I do
Don't matter what I do
Irrespective of what I do
Don't matter what I do
My actions bear no significance
'Cause I end up hurting you
As a result, I end up hurting you
One more covered sigh
Another concealed breath
And one more glance you know means goodbye
One more look, indicating that we are leaving each other for good this time
Can't you see that's why
Can't you see the reason behind it
We're dashing ourselves against the rocks of a lifetime
We are continually facing major challenges in our lives
(In my mind different voices call)
I hear various voices in my head
What once was pleasure now's pain for us all
Our past pleasures have become painful for everyone
(In my heart only shadows fall)
My heart is only filled with darkness
I once stood proud now I feel so small
I used to be confident, but now I have lost all my confidence
(I don't know whether to laugh or cry)
I am so emotional that I cannot decide whether to laugh or cry
The long hot summer just passed me by
The hot summer season has passed away, but I did not get to utilize and enjoy it
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAUL JOHN WELLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Zylice Liddell
- He read all the comics as he was growing up.
- He watched the movies since the beginning and loved them.
- He held multi-day long ‘Loki’ & ‘Marvel’ lectures for the entire cast and crew even going to Owen’s house several days in a row to help him prepare for his role as ‘Mobius.’
- He learnt Norwegian and sang in it as well as study Norse lore to prepare for his role in the first Thor movie.
- He asked the composer, Natalie Holt to put certain music tracks into particular scenes
- He was a ‘special executive producer’ on the show since he has such passion and knowledge of Marvel!
Angelica
I can't imagine an MCU without Loki
Sawris
and Iron Man ;/
It not even my Final Form
so true, MCU without loki would be so boring. it would be like watching Black Widow and Hawkeye on repeat in different alterations.
D Burns
loki is in MCU everywhere and anytime.... :(
Thato Manaka
@Sawrisiron man hadn't been in thr mcu since 2019
Adel Seifeddine
We just might because they benched him now with Loki 2x6 and for god knows when we're gonna see him again, if any. Which is sad, because I love the magic people of MCU and look how they did Wanda and Dr. Strange :(
Jayson Jay
It's like they're born for this roles. Hugh Jackman as Wolverine. Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool. Robert Downey as Ironman and Tom Hiddleston as Loki.
Mike_Gusta
I know it's not MCU, but don't forget Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow.
3Sixgod
@Mike_GustaSamuel Jack as Nick Fury.
SuNNy KuTTan
And chris hermsworth as thor...