Aftermath
Tricky (feat. Martina Topley-BIrd) Lyrics

Your eyes resemble mine, you see as no others can
The singer sees a resemblance in the eyes of someone they are addressing, suggesting a deeper connection between them.

Here inherit my kingdom, speak of our [my] people's plans
The singer asks the same person to take on their responsibilities and work towards fulfilling their shared goals and plans.

I'll be here for my baby, for my baby I'll be here [near]
The singer reassures their loved one that they will always be there for them, no matter what happens.

So many things I need to tell you, things you need to hear
The artist acknowledges that they have important things to share with their loved one, indicating that there are still things to be resolved or discussed between them.

It was a day like no other
The artist describes a significant event or moment in time that was unique and memorable.

Clocks [hanging off]
The singer notices a small detail, possibly disarray or damage caused by the event they just mentioned.

It was said they dropped the bomb
The singer alludes to a catastrophic event or disaster, possibly a nuclear attack or bombing.

And I walked out the door
The artist describes a reaction to the event they just mentioned, likely indicating a state of shock or disbelief.

Feeling lonely, [I see rain/as a ray]
The artist describes their emotional state after the event, using a metaphor to suggest a sense of isolation and despair.

Thinking of what was once
The artist reflects on the past, possibly ruminating on what could have been or what was lost.

So I go in search of people
The singer seeks out others in the aftermath of the event, possibly looking for comfort or support.

[Song of] the inhabitants
The artist describes encountering others who are similarly affected by the event, suggesting a shared experience of loss or tragedy.

The air is filled with chemicals
The singer notes the environmental effects of the event, possibly suggesting a hazardous or toxic aftermath.

So this is the aftermath
The singer acknowledges the reality of the situation they are in, likely still processing the aftermath of the event they just described.

Walking over rubble
The singer describes the physical environment they are in, likely caused by the event they just mentioned.

Which was once [cause's calf]
The artist notes the destruction or change that has occurred, using a metaphor to describe the previous appearance of the area they are in.

Down to the center
The artist describes their movement through the affected area, possibly indicating a journey towards the center of the destruction or chaos.

Which used to be central
The singer describes how the area they are in has changed or been affected by the event, using a metaphor to suggest that its previous importance or centrality is no longer there.

Just when I thought I was winning
The singer reflects on a previous state of mind or situation, possibly indicating a feeling of triumph or success.

Just when I thought I could not be stopped
The artist acknowledges a sense of invincibility or confidence that was lost after the event they just described.

How can I be sure
The artist questions their own certainty or confidence in the wake of the event, suggesting a state of uncertainty or doubt.

For once, there's someone for he, for she.
The singer highlights how someone else can help support and understand someone who went through a hard time after a disaster.

For once, there's someone for he, for me.
The singer suggests that someone can support and help oneself through a time of crisis