Human Nature
Toro Y Moi Lyrics
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Across the night-time
The city winks a sleepless eye
Hear her voice
Shake my window
Sweet seducing sighs
Get me out
Four walls won't hold me tonight
If this town
Is just an apple
Then let me take a bite
If they say
Why, why, tell 'em that is human nature
Why, why, does he do me that way
If they say -
Why, why, tell 'em that is human nature
Why, why, does he do me that way
Reaching out
To touch a stranger
Electric eyes are everywhere
See that girl
She knows I'm watching
She likes the way I stare
If they say
Why, why, tell 'em that is human nature
Why, why, does he do me that way
If they say
Why, why, tell 'em that is human nature
Why, why, does he do me that way
I like livin' this way
I like lovin' this way
Looking out
Across the morning
The city's heart begins to beat
Reaching out
I touch her shoulder
I'm dreaming of the street
If they say
Why, why, tell 'em that is human nature
Why, why, does he do me that way
If they say
Why, why, tell 'em that is human nature
Why, why, does he do me that way
I like livin' this way
The lyrics of "Human Nature" explore the idea of living in the moment and embracing our human desires. The first verse describes the feeling of restlessness and the urge to escape from mundane routines. The city is personified as awake and alive, represented by the "winks a sleepless eye" and "sweet seducing sighs" that shake the singer's window. The notion of freedom is further emphasized with the desire to take a bite out of life in "If this town/Is just an apple/Then let me take a bite."
The second verse delves into the idea of craving connection and validation. The singer's desire to touch a stranger and the electric eyes that are everywhere represent our innate desire for human connection. The final verse is more introspective and reflective, with the singer dreaming about the possibilities of the future as they reach out and touch the shoulder of a woman. Through this romantic encounter, the singer finds satisfaction in living and loving in their own way.
Overall, the lyrics of "Human Nature" highlight the universal human desire for freedom, connection, and individuality. The song encourages us to embrace our desires and live fearlessly in a world that is always awake and alive.
Line by Line Meaning
Looking out
Observing my surroundings
Across the night-time
During the evening
The city winks a sleepless eye
The city never sleeps
Hear her voice
Hearing a beautiful sound
Shake my window
The sound is so powerful that it shakes the window
Sweet seducing sighs
The sound is alluring and captivating
Get me out
I want to leave this place
Into the night-time
To venture out during the night
Four walls won't hold me tonight
I feel trapped in this space
If this town
Referring to a small place
Is just an apple
If it’s as small as an apple
Then let me take a bite
I still want to explore it
If they say
If someone questions
Why, why, tell 'em that is human nature
It's natural to behave a certain way
Why, why, does he do me that way
Why is he treating me like this?
Reaching out
To extend my hand towards something
To touch a stranger
To touch an unknown person
Electric eyes are everywhere
The city is filled with vibrant energy
See that girl
Noticing a woman
She knows I'm watching
She can sense I'm looking at her
She likes the way I stare
She finds my gaze attractive
I like livin' this way
I enjoy my lifestyle
I like lovin' this way
I enjoy my romantic relationships
Looking out
Observing my surroundings
Across the morning
During the early hours of the day
The city's heart begins to beat
The city becomes alive
Reaching out
To extend my hand towards something
I touch her shoulder
I touch someone's shoulder
I'm dreaming of the street
I have fantasies about the city streets
Contributed by Samantha L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Daniiiinoon
This is still my Favorite cover EVER!!!!! I know this song now for more than 9 years or so.. still love it!!!
@shakirazanders3794
I’m not gonna lie you kept me calm through high school ………. When I listened to this I was in another world I mean I love human nature anyways u just make it a lil better 🙏🏾💕 I’m most def a fan lol
@Craniacs
2 YEARS LATERS! WHO IS LISTENING TO THIS IN 2020???
@FabioLopesdaSilvaBnegao
Listening to that in 2021 and ever!
@128yeahman
I see you got good music taste and good humor 👌
@Fafashx
2023
@eddiepachanco4298
2023 broooss
@TippyMcTipperson
You listen to Toro Y Moi? You've immediately shot up to favorite YouTuber status.
@emilygene17
Still my jam after 11 years ❤ 2023
@Craniacs
Who still is listening to this in 2018?