Van Susans are signed to the independent label, Beatnik Geek Records and cite classic mid nineties/early noughties bands such as Jack’s Mannequin, Jimmy Eat World, Something Corporate, Dashboard Confessional, Jamie T and Incubus. Their line-up includes the usual lead/backing vocals, guitars, keyboards and the occasional sounds of a violin played by Holly. In the run up to their debut release, the band spent their days writing and touring relentlessly, performing at established venues like London’s Indigo 2 and Clapham’s Grand.
Van Susan’s debut EP, We Could Be Scenery was released back in May 2011 and showcases the band’s effortless ability to write killer hooks, big choruses and instantly sing-along, well crafted melodies. Their new album “Paused In The Moment” is available now.
Fireworks
Van Susans Lyrics
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I will soar across the sea
It will be you and me,
Again...
Nobody else knows me like you do
But after everything that has happened
And all the things that weve been through
After all this time
I wonder can I win you over
I want you to be mine
Cos we're two fireworks
We're lighting up the sky
We're shooting for the stars
They don't seem too high
I know I can survive
Without you by my side
Doesn't mean that I want to
I wont shine half as bright
Cos we're two fireworks
Lighting up the sky
Nothing seems too high
With you by my side
But like everything that goes up
It has to come back down
But after we explode
We wont have to touch the ground
Dance with me through the flames
I'll turn, you'll sway
And our colours will interchange
Over and over again
We're two fireworks
Burning through the sky
And you wont see me
You'll have to avert your eyes
But like everything that goes up
It has to come back down
But after we explode
We wont have to touch the ground
The song "Fireworks" by Van Susans is a love song about a couple trying to rekindle their relationship after going through difficult times. The lyrics suggest that the singer still cares deeply for their loved one, but is uncertain if they will be accepted back into their life. The theme of the song is aptly represented in the imagery of fireworks, which convey both the passion and volatility of their relationship. As the two "fireworks" dance and intertwine, there is an underlying feeling of uncertainty and the inevitability of their relationship somehow crashing down. The lyrics are emotional and express the difficulty of trying to repair a relationship that seems beyond repair.
The opening lines urge to "turn up the heat" and that the singer will "soar across the sea" with their loved one. They express a longing for the relationship to continue, and that the two of them will be together again. The next lines acknowledge the depth of the relationship between the two, and how no one else knows the singer like their loved one does. Despite the difficulties they have faced, the singer wonders if it's wrong to want their loved one back, hoping that they can be won over. There is a sense of hesitation and vulnerability, as the singer expresses their deep feelings and hopes for the future of their relationship.
Overall, "Fireworks" is a powerful love song that uses the metaphor of fireworks to represent the passionate yet volatile nature of the singers' relationship. It is a deeply emotional song that captures the rollercoaster-like nature of love and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Turn up the heat
Let's intensify this situation
I will soar across the sea
I will go to great lengths for you
It will be you and me, Again...
Let's rekindle our relationship
Nobody else knows me like you do
You understand me better than anyone else
But after everything that has happened
Recounting the past
And all the things that we've been through
Reflecting on our shared experiences
Is it wrong to want you back
Questioning the morality of our desires
After all this time
Despite the years that have passed
I wonder can I win you over
Pondering the possibility of reconciliation
I want you to be mine
Expressing a desire for a romantic relationship
Cos we're two fireworks
Metaphor for our passionate relationship
We're lighting up the sky
Our love is visible to the world
We're shooting for the stars
We have great ambitions for our relationship
They don't seem too high
Our goals are achievable
I know I can survive
I am strong enough to live without you
Without you by my side
Acknowledging the possibility of a separation
Doesn't mean that I want to
Despite being able to, I don't want to
I won't shine half as bright
You complete me and make me better
Dance with me through the flames
Let's face problems together
I'll turn, you'll sway
A metaphor for working together in harmony
And our colours will interchange
Our differing personalities will complement each other
Over and over again
Repeatedly, continuously, forever
Burning through the sky
Our love burns passionately
And you won't see me
Our love is blinding
You'll have to avert your eyes
Our love is too intense to look at directly
But like everything that goes up
Everything has a peak
It has to come back down
Things don't last forever
But after we explode
After we've peaked, ended things
We won't have to touch the ground
We won't crash, we'll come to a peaceful end
Contributed by Josiah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
gigglygoat
Words cannot explain how much I love this song! <3
joshua wells
best band in the world keep it going your awesome
mbrandon11
This is a great song :)
teenyweenywesty93
Fucking amazing guys. Keep it up. Love you xx
Anthony B
love it.
Emily Cross
on repeat ♡
john Hartil
Cracking stuff guys!!
rachf18
nice work guys :)
Robbie Lewis
Amazing song Guys
Sophie C
ahhh this is so good!