Listen & Forgive
Transit Lyrics


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Find me again
Like a rusted bike
In your backyard
And pull me from the debris
I'm covered up in dust and leaves.
We're lighting fires in July
To cleanse us of the heat
You beg, you plead,
You promise not to leave
You're just like everyone
You're just like everything
Smoke reaches for the stars
But settles for the glass
You tried your best to save your best for last
But now your time has passed
Now your time has passed
While living in your past.
We're lighting fires in July
To cleanse us of the heat
You beg, you plead,
You promise not to leave
You're just like everyone
You're just like everything
The only difference is
You listen and forgive.
Just take it all in
And I'll take it all back.
You only need to see
Fireworks once a year.
Just take it all in
And I'll take it all back.
Just take it all in
And I'll take it all back.
We're lighting fires in July
To cleanse us of the heat
You beg, you plead,
You promise not to leave
You're just like everyone
You're just like everything
We're lighting fires in July




Just take it all in
And I'll take it all back

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Transit's song "Listen & Forgive" convey a sense of longing and disappointment in relationships. The imagery of finding oneself like a rusted bike in someone's backyard suggests a feeling of being forgotten or discarded. The plea to be pulled from the debris, covered in dust and leaves, symbolizes a desire to be rescued and given attention.


The line "We're lighting fires in July to cleanse us of the heat" can be interpreted metaphorically. It speaks to the need for catharsis and release from the intense emotions and conflicts that arise within relationships. The singer is seeking a way to alleviate the pressure and tension in their connection.


The repeated phrase "You're just like everyone, you're just like everything" reflects a sense of disillusionment and frustration. It suggests that the singer has encountered similar patterns in relationships repeatedly, leading to a sense of disappointment and a lack of faith. However, the closing line "The only difference is you listen and forgive" provides a glimmer of hope. It implies that the singer sees a potential for growth and healing in this particular relationship, where open communication and understanding can lead to forgiveness and reconciliation.


Overall, "Listen & Forgive" delves into the complexities of relationships, highlighting the desire for connection and understanding while navigating the disappointments and challenges that arise.


Line by Line Meaning

Find me again
Reconnect with me


Like a rusted bike
Long forgotten and neglected


In your backyard
Within your familiar surroundings


And pull me from the debris
Rescue me from the wreckage


I'm covered up in dust and leaves.
Hidden and forgotten, buried by time


We're lighting fires in July
Seeking cleansing from our troubles


To cleanse us of the heat
To purify ourselves from the pressure


You beg, you plead,
Desperately imploring


You promise not to leave
Vowing to stay by my side


You're just like everyone
No different from others


You're just like everything
Indistinguishable from everything else


Smoke reaches for the stars
Aspiring for greatness


But settles for the glass
Settling for less than what was desired


You tried your best to save your best for last
You made an effort to make a significant impact


But now your time has passed
Your moment of opportunity has ended


While living in your past.
Being stuck in nostalgic memories


The only difference is
The sole distinction is


You listen and forgive.
You possess the ability to understand and pardon


Just take it all in
Absorb everything


And I'll take it all back.
I'll retract what I said or did


You only need to see
You only require witnessing


Fireworks once a year.
Explosive and momentous events that happen infrequently


We're lighting fires in July
We're seeking liberation and renewal


Just take it all in
Simply absorb everything


And I'll take it all back.
And I'll retract what I said or did


Just take it all in
Simply absorb everything


And I'll take it all back.
And I'll retract what I said or did


We're lighting fires in July
We're seeking liberation and renewal


To cleanse us of the heat
To purify ourselves from the pressure


You beg, you plead,
Desperately imploring


You promise not to leave
Vowing to stay by my side


You're just like everyone
No different from others


You're just like everything
Indistinguishable from everything else


We're lighting fires in July
We're seeking liberation and renewal


Just take it all in
Simply absorb everything


And I'll take it all back.
And I'll retract what I said or did




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