Feeding on a diet of The Pogues, Paul Kelly, and whatever else was playing, Joy cut his teeth performing at open mic nights in Melbourne. His style is folk music with pop influences. His songs capture the familiar pulse of everyday experiences in a unique and celebratory manner. His lyrics reach out to you and hold on for a moment.
Crashing Into You
Vance Joy Lyrics
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You were the brightest way
You dropped the stone into the well
We'd wait for the sound it made
When it got quiet, you could hear your heart
Tell me, what did it say?
I was a bird, you opened the cage
It felt like a clean white page
You came along
You light up my days, my personal sun
Showing me all the ways I could fall
You made me feel new
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
You came along
You light up my days, my personal sun
Showing me all the ways I could fall
You made me feel new
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
In Vance Joy's song "Crashing Into You," the singer expresses gratitude for their love interest who brought light into their life after a period of darkness. The lyrics paint the picture of two individuals who found each other at the right time and had an immediate, strong connection. The first verse describes how the person was able to help the singer break out of a negative headspace: "You were the one to visit my darkness / You were the brightest way."
The second verse highlights the impact the relationship had on the singer's emotional state: "You made me feel new / I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you / Baby, feel me crash." It's possible that the "crashing" here refers to the vulnerability and intensity of the feelings being experienced. The repeated plea for the love interest to "feel" the crash emphasizes the closeness and intimacy of their connection. The song overall is a joyful celebration of finding someone who brings out the best in you and fills your life with light.
Line by Line Meaning
You were the one to visit my darkness
You were the one who brought light into my life when I was struggling with darkness.
You were the brightest way
You were the brightest path for me to follow.
You dropped the stone into the well
You made an action that had a significant impact on our relationship.
We'd wait for the sound it made
We would both wait eagerly to see the result of your action.
When it got quiet, you could hear your heart
When everything else was still, you could hear your own emotions talking to you.
Tell me, what did it say?
I'm curious to know what your heart was feeling in that moment.
I was a bird, you opened the cage
I was trapped and you set me free.
It felt like a clean white page
I felt like I had a fresh start, a new beginning.
You came along
You entered my life and changed it in a big way.
You light up my days, my personal sun
You bring so much light and happiness into my life.
Showing me all the ways I could fall
You helped me explore new things and take risks, even if it meant falling down.
You made me feel new
You gave me a sense of renewal and a fresh perspective on life.
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
I am falling deeply in love with you.
Baby, feel me crash
I want you to feel the intensity of my emotions.
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
My love for you is so strong, it feels like I'm crashing into you.
Baby, feel me crash
I want you to feel the full force of my love.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JAMES KEOGH
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@rooksantino9388
You were the one to visit my darkness
You were the brightest way
You dropped a stone into the well
We'd wait for the sound it made
When it got quiet, you could hear your heart
Tell me, what did it say?
I was a bird, you opened the cage
It felt like a clean white page
You came along
You light up my days, my personal sun
Showing me all the ways I could fall
You made me feel new
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
You came along
You light up my days, my personal sun
Showing me all the ways I could fall
You made me feel new
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
@krocan246
I hope you all will someday find your personal sun.
@rafab.7839
thanks! still looking tho
@Ashleybmakingvideos
Well yes, that’s the goal
@silvy-limatthews1082
You too :)
@guadalupecerna9832
I have! It is Jesus Christ💖
@pennydls5073
This is what love feels like.. It feels like Vance joy.
@CharlieintheUniverse
Penny Dls that is the most beautiful metaphor tbh
@nancyclark3640
Agreed ❤
@rooksantino9388
You were the one to visit my darkness
You were the brightest way
You dropped a stone into the well
We'd wait for the sound it made
When it got quiet, you could hear your heart
Tell me, what did it say?
I was a bird, you opened the cage
It felt like a clean white page
You came along
You light up my days, my personal sun
Showing me all the ways I could fall
You made me feel new
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
You came along
You light up my days, my personal sun
Showing me all the ways I could fall
You made me feel new
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
I'm crashing, I'm crashing right into you
Baby, feel me crash
@OfficialJamesGardner
Alvin Jet Lingad thanks bro