Walls
Tongue and Teeth Lyrics
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Turning one into all
The sky can unfold like a flower that blooms in the sun
Tuning all into one
Into and out of sleep with an open eye
Keep watch as the silver moon wanders through the night
A ray of sunshine rolling across the edge of time
Just look around the sky is bright as day
Turn in and out and off and slowly fade away
Your eyes cannot see what is waiting there beyond the wall
Turning one into all
The sky can unfold like a flower that blooms in the sun
Tuning all into one
Heard through another's ears many years ago
Sound waves emitting from origins unknown
Somehow we came back in just before we went outside
Reforming sheets of glass melting in ornate designs
Keep waking up into another dream
Drop in and out and off and slowly float up stream
Waves in and out of phase are now all I see
Forming the face of a man as he swallows the sea
He takes up space in time that can never be destroyed
Reforming ocean waves flow into an open void
You know which way is up before you fall
And after all this time it's been no time at all
Your eyes cannot see what is waiting there beyond the wall
Turning one into all
The sky can unfold like a flower that blooms in the sun
Tuning all into one
The lyrics of "Walls" by Tongue and Teeth describe the emotions felt by someone who has fallen deeply in love with another person who seems uninterested. The song begins with the singer feeling confident in their relationship, stating that they knew they would make it despite whatever obstacles were in their way. They express their admiration for the other person's personality, citing their style as a key factor in their attraction. However, as the second verse begins, it quickly becomes apparent that things have changed between them. The singer is left feeling abandoned and in need of the other person's presence. The bridge describes the strength of the relationship, comparing it to blood and blister, and noting that they are forever "within" the other person, despite their current distance.
The lyrics of "Walls" are about the insecurity and vulnerability that comes with loving someone who may not love you back. The song is full of contrasts: between the confidence of the opening lines and the despair of the closing lines; between the intimacy of the relationship and the walls that have been built between them; and between the hope of the singer and the reality of the other person's disinterest. The repetition of the word "alright" and the upbeat tempo of the song add a sense of urgency and desperation to the lyrics, emphasizing the singer's desire for resolution and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
The first time I saw you
When we first met and you were standing against the wall, I had a feeling that we could have a great future together
Back against the wall
You were physically standing against a wall when I first saw you
I knew we would make it
I had a strong feeling that we had the potential to build a successful relationship
Yeah we could have it all
We could have everything we desired together
I told you before boy
I have expressed this sentiment to you before
You know I like your style
I am attracted to your mannerisms
And I ain't going nowhere
I will be here for you no matter what
Lets breathe it out for a while
Let's relax and enjoy each other's company for some time
You're all that I wanted
You are the one I desired the most
But you just don't care
You seem indifferent towards me
And now that we parted
Since we have gone our separate ways
I need to feel you here
I long for your presence
The blood and the blister
Our relationship was intense and passionate
Yeah we were set to burst
We were at the brink of exploding with emotions
I'm forever within you
A part of me will always be with you
You know it could be worse
The current situation might not be ideal, but it could be even worse
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Leppy Casagemas
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@GoaTrance182
2023?
Greets From México! ✌😎
@tonywhitburn
I love how “Dianne” sounds like “dying”
@Roniel81
Listen to Hüsker Dü's song "Diane"
@MrThomyorkey
Banger. Can't get this song out of my head.
@ellejacobo1360
God. I hear "When we Met," the other day on NPR. Her voice is like silk. Thanks for the great mix. Love, love, love her so much.
@PileOfEmptyTapes
1981 called, it wants its window blinds back... ;)
But srsly, this is like the gooftastic version of the Banshees' "Christine". Love it.
@cantinadoburro
Hugs from Brazil, i love that song, it makes me feel like i was bichinho de matar com pedra :)
@SovietSoyouz
No final nós somos
@fransbisschops4522
best song of 2016!
@corkscrewfoley
This has a Pulp feel to them. I really like it.