Pavey came to prominence in 2013 season of The Voice Australia. She used Simon & Garfunkel's Scarborough Fair / Canticle as her audition piece and immediately wowed both the judges and the audience alike. Pavey released one LP and an EP under her own name, but in August 2015 revealed she would be releasing music under the Vera Blue pseudonym.
Vera Blue's first EP Fingertips was released 13th May 2016 and has so far yielded two singles, Hold and Settle
Rushing Back
Vera Blue Lyrics
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I never opened up, took it all in and now I'm running out of time
Sometimes I dream about going back, keeping all the things I left behind
But now I know you can't change the past, way too young to know the reason why
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
I feel the gravity pulling me faster than it ever has before
When I was seventeen, nicotine loving had me rushing out the door
I try to hold it back, take a breath, looking at old pictures on the floor
But I hear everything telling me, you don't have the time you gotta go
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
All the years, all the issues
All the eyes I have looked into
The stages and the love
All comes rushing back at once, ah
I always let the days slip away, I should have been making up my mind
I never opened up, took it all in, and now I'm running out of time
Sometimes I dream about going back, keeping all the things I left behind
But now I know you can't change the past, way too young to know the reason why
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back (I always)
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back (I always)
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
In Vera Blue's song "Rushing Back," the lyrics delve into themes of nostalgia, regret, and the fleeting nature of time. The song reflects on the singer's realization that they have let time slip away without making important decisions or fully embracing their experiences. They express a longing to go back and keep the things they have left behind, but also acknowledge that it is impossible to change the past. The repetition of the phrase "rushing back" emphasizes the overwhelming rush of memories and emotions that flood the singer's mind.
The first verse suggests that the singer has been passive and indecisive, allowing the days to slip away without taking action or making up their mind. They feel the weight of their missed opportunities and the realization that time is running out. The line "way too young to know the reason why" conveys a sense of youthful naivety and a lack of understanding about the consequences of their actions.
The second verse introduces the idea of nostalgia and the pull of the past. The singer reflects on their teenage years and the allure of reckless behavior, represented by the mention of nicotine addiction and rushing out the door. They try to hold onto these memories but are reminded by everything around them that they need to move forward.
The chorus repeats the phrase "rushing back" as a mantra, emphasizing the overwhelming nature of the memories and experiences that flood their mind. The lyrics capture the power of nostalgia and how it can consume one's thoughts and emotions. The bridge adds another layer to these feelings, highlighting the accumulation of years, relationships, and experiences that all come rushing back at once.
Overall, "Rushing Back" is a reflective and introspective song that explores the passage of time, missed opportunities, and the yearning to hold onto the past. It captures the bittersweet emotions that arise when reminiscing about the journey of life.
Line by Line Meaning
I always let the days slip away, I should have been making up my mind
I consistently waste time, neglecting to make decisions and now I realize the consequences
I never opened up, took it all in and now I'm running out of time
I failed to fully experience and appreciate life, and now I feel the pressure of time running out
Sometimes I dream about going back, keeping all the things I left behind
Occasionally, I long to return to the past and hold onto the things I left behind
But now I know you can't change the past, way too young to know the reason why
Now I understand that the past cannot be altered, but at that time I was too young to comprehend why
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
All the memories and emotions flood back intensely
I feel the gravity pulling me faster than it ever has before
I sense a strong force pushing me forward at an accelerated pace
When I was seventeen, nicotine loving had me rushing out the door
During my teenage years, my addiction to nicotine compelled me to constantly leave and seek fulfillment
I try to hold it back, take a breath, looking at old pictures on the floor
I attempt to suppress these overwhelming feelings, taking a moment to reflect on past memories
But I hear everything telling me, you don't have the time you gotta go
However, I hear a persistent voice reminding me that there is no time to waste, urging me to move on
All the years, all the issues
Reflecting on the accumulation of years and the various challenges I've faced
All the eyes I have looked into
Remembering all the people whose gaze I have met
The stages and the love
Recalling the experiences of performing on stages and the love I have encountered
All comes rushing back at once, ah
Everything resurfaces simultaneously, overwhelming me
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back (I always)
The flood of memories and emotions intensifies, reminiscent of my previous patterns
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
Everything from the past rushes back with great force and intensity
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back (I always)
Again, the memories and emotions overwhelm me, echoing my consistent experience
And it all comes rushing back, rushing back
Once more, everything floods back aggressively
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Celia Pavey, Eric Dubowski, Harley Edward Streten, Sophie Cates
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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