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Oceans
Vallis Alps Lyrics
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The fight you gave, the fight I gave up
You burnt your lips 'cause you're unafraid
The light you gave, the light I gave up
Well I set it out in the fire blue
Your heart was in the valley too
In the desert I will carry you
And if this is the price to pay
You'll never look the other way
You'll never look the other way, oh
Catch me
Oh, my heart is steady
Oh, my light is growing
We're standing in oceans
(Hey) catch me
Oh, my heart is steady
Oh, my light is growing
We're standing in oceans
Oh, this is just the final game (hey)
The fight you gave, the fight I gave up
Dismiss the words your eyes betray
The light you gave, the light I gave up
If it's all I do
My heart beats true
With all I forgave
If this was ours again
I'd set it aflame, so
Catch me
Oh, my heart is steady
Oh, my light is growing
We're standing in oceans
(Hey) catch me
Oh, my heart is steady
Oh, my light is growing
We're standing in oceans
Catch me
Oh, my heart is steady
Oh, my light is growing
We're standing in oceans
The song "Oceans" by Vallis Alps depicts a relationship that is at its breaking point, with both parties having given up the fight. The first verse expresses the finality of the situation, as if it were the last day of the relationship, with both sides having given their all, but still coming up short. The second verse speaks to the sense of commitment that is still present, even though the relationship is dying. The idea that one person will "carry" the other through the desert speaks to the idea that even when love fails, there is still a sense of responsibility and protectiveness that lingers.
The chorus is a cry for someone to catch the singer in the midst of their turmoil. The line "my heart is steady, my light is growing" speaks to resilience and a sense of hope that despite the difficulties, the singer is still moving forward. In fact, they are "standing in oceans," a metaphor for both the overwhelming nature of their problems and the potential for growth and renewal.
Overall, "Oceans" is a moving and introspective song about the complexities of love and commitment. It explores the idea that even when a relationship fails, there is still a sense of responsibility and a desire to protect and care for the other person.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, this is just the final day
This is the last day of something.
The fight you gave, the fight I gave up
You fought while I gave up the fight.
You burnt your lips 'cause you're unafraid
You weren't afraid to take risks.
The light you gave, the light I gave up
While you shone bright, I lost my spark.
Well I set it out in the fire blue
I made it clear and visible.
Your heart was in the valley too
You also had a difficult time.
In the desert I will carry you
I will support you through tough times.
And if this is the price to pay
If there's a cost to doing this,
You'll never look the other way
You won't ignore it.
Catch me
Lend me support.
Oh, my heart is steady
I am calm.
Oh, my light is growing
I am gaining strength.
We're standing in oceans
We are in deep waters.
Oh, this is just the final game (hey)
This is the last chance to succeed.
Dismiss the words your eyes betray
Ignore the messages conveyed by your eyes.
If it's all I do
If this is all I accomplish...
My heart beats true
My emotions are genuine.
With all I forgave
Despite all I've forgiven.
If this was ours again
If we could have it again,
I'd set it aflame, so
I would burn it down.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: David Ansari, Parissa Tosif
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lloydtuazon8269
Most underrated artist out there, Vallis Apls will forever be my my hidden gem in music
@matornot
The one that got away...
@lucretsiablack3774
MOST UNDERATED OF ALL FREAK TIME!
@bimirabu
Finally got a chance to see Vallis Alps at their Seattle show. These two are SO amazing live--to be honest, at first I wasn't sure how it'd be, how the energy would translate to a live performance, etc. But the ambience, oh my gosh. You truly made my year. Thank you so much for all you do and keep making your soul-shaking music.
@vu4332
this song brings everyone to another world <3 nostalgic !!!
@saraaamber1661
Please, oh please NEVER stop creating. I am so in love with everything you create.
You mean the world to me <3
@auviance_tv
aaand they never put anything out again, RIP
@josephpeterson7365
Don’t know what you got til it’s gone
@frostyh81
DAMN, YOU'VE DONE IT AGAIN VALLIS ALPS THIS IS PURE, FANTASTIC, MAGIC. I love you.
@Snailmail78
Everything you've ever made is gold. I think this might be my new favorite song of yours. How is your level of quality so consistently incredible?