Bubbles
Tricky Lyrics


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The first hundred years are the toughest
On this bubble
An open sky, flying high
Take a bride, get some trouble

The first one will do
I'm just passing through
The second one needs more
I've been here before
I've been here before
I've been here before

Springtime falls, summer calls
You slip and slide until you hit December
Believe my eyes, they'll bleed you dry
If I wasn't a genius
I'd lose my temper

The first one will do
Just passing through
The second one needs more
I've been here before
I've been here before
want to make me weak while you cry
Not such a thing as peace till you die
Gotta go I get high
Gotta go I get high
Deceiver deceived us
And I deceived them
Carry my troubles home
Married with the humble home

The first hundred years are the toughest
I'm getting smothered




Life is just one bloody thing
After another

Overall Meaning

Tricky's song "Bubbles" is a melancholy and introspective piece that reflects on the struggles and challenges of life. The lyrics describe the ups and downs of existence, with the first hundred years being particularly difficult. The opening line "The first hundred years are the toughest on this bubble" suggests that life is fragile and fleeting, and that the first century is particularly challenging. The phrase "this bubble" could refer to the fragile nature of life, which can burst at any moment.


The lyrics then describe the cycle of life, with the seasons passing by until we reach December. The line "Believe my eyes, they'll bleed you dry" suggests that life can be draining and exhausting, and that we must be careful not to be consumed by its demands. The repetition of the line "I've been here before" suggests that life is cyclical, and that we often find ourselves in similar situations.


The song ends on a bleak note, with the line "Life is just one bloody thing after another." This suggests that no matter how hard we try, life will always be full of challenges and difficulties. The song is a poignant reminder that life is precious, and that we should cherish every moment.


Line by Line Meaning

The first hundred years are the toughest
Life is difficult and challenging, especially in the beginning


On this bubble
Life is temporary and fragile, like a bubble that can burst at any moment


An open sky, flying high
Freedom and optimism can lead to success and happiness


Take a bride, get some trouble
Committing to a relationship can be challenging and bring problems


The first one will do
One experience is enough to satisfy curiosity or interest


I'm just passing through
Life is temporary and there's always more to experience


The second one needs more
To fully understand or enjoy something, more exposure or attention is required


I've been here before
I have previous experience or knowledge of this situation


Springtime falls, summer calls
Seasons change and time keeps moving forward


You slip and slide until you hit December
Life can be unpredictable and full of ups and downs


Believe my eyes, they'll bleed you dry
Don't trust me, I may trick or deceive you


If I wasn't a genius
I am talented or intelligent, but that doesn't excuse bad behavior


I'd lose my temper
I would get angry or upset in certain situations


want to make me weak while you cry
You try to manipulate me while playing the victim


Not such a thing as peace till you die
Life is full of struggle and conflict, and peace is elusive


Gotta go I get high
I need to escape reality by using drugs or alcohol


Deceiver deceived us
Someone who lied or misled us was also fooled by others


And I deceived them
I tricked or misled someone else


Carry my troubles home
I bring my problems with me wherever I go


Married with the humble home
I am content with a simple and modest lifestyle


I'm getting smothered
I feel overwhelmed or suffocated by life's challenges


Life is just one bloody thing
Life is full of difficulties, pain, and struggle


After another
These challenges and struggles continue one after another




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: WAYNE BRADY, LINDA RENEE TAYLOR, RYAN LEIGH STILES, COLIN MOCHRIE, LAURA HALL

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Nick-E Nicole

This album is so perfect, composition wise and all the vocalists.

pazu

RIP Terry Hall, one of the greatest

Alina Zarańska

To jest jedna z moich ulubionych płyt, początkowo miałam ją na kasecie

2tonefootage

Springtime falls, summer calls You slip and slide until you hit December Believe my eyes, they'll bleed you dry if I wasn't a genius I'd lose my temper

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