Parade
Waterproof Blonde Lyrics


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Is there nothing left to say?
Does it fall into theory?
All the words get in the way
Neither one of us yielding

Like a stone thrown blind
Every breath bruise mine
Watch the process become decay

The wait is hard
And we'll all leave scared
While we're waiting for the parade

If it goes by fast
Such a thread of outcasts
There's no reason to be afraid

Can't we just pretend it's a game?
You win without protest
It always ends the same
There's no reason to confess

Lets not draw a line
Take it just in time
Maybe I'll win another day?

The wait is hard
And we'll all leave scared
While we're waiting for the parade

If it goes by fast
Such a thread of outcasts
There's no reason to be afraid

Waiting
Waiting
Waiting
Waiting

Waiting
Waiting
Waiting
Waiting

If I never come through
You will always pull through
If I never come through
You will always pull through

The wait is hard
And we'll all leave scared
While we're waiting for the parade

If it goes by fast
Such a thread of outcasts
There's no reason to be afraid





There's no reason to be afraid

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Waterproof Blonde's song Parade poignantly describe the uncertainty and apprehension that arise out of a romantic relationship that has lost its spark. The opening lines, "Is there nothing left to say? / Does it fall into theory? / All the words get in the way / Neither one of us yielding," convey the sense of confusion and frustration that often accompany a relationship that has run its course. The singer seems to be questioning whether there is any point in continuing the relationship or whether it is time to give up and move on.


The recurring metaphor of the parade is used to suggest a sense of inevitability and finality. The singer acknowledges that change is coming but it is a change that is beyond their control. The lines, "The wait is hard / And we'll all leave scared / While we're waiting for the parade" suggest that the singer is resigned to whatever the future holds but is still apprehensive about it. However, the line "There's no reason to be afraid" indicates that the singer is also trying to convince themselves that everything will be okay and that they should not fear the unknown.


The final lines of the song, "If I never come through / You will always pull through," suggest that the singer is trying to come to terms with the possibility of losing their partner. The repetition of the word "waiting" throughout the song creates a sense of suspended animation, as if the singer is stuck in an endless cycle of indecision and uncertainty. The song ends with a sense of resignation but also a glimmer of hope, suggesting that even though the future may be uncertain, people always find a way to make it through.


Line by Line Meaning

Is there nothing left to say?
Expressing a feeling of a lack of words to describe or convey the emotions in the situation


Does it fall into theory?
Questioning whether the situation is just a theoretical concept or actually happening


All the words get in the way
Feeling that words only hinder expressing the emotions and make it more difficult


Neither one of us yielding
Neither party willing to compromise, leading to a stalemate


Like a stone thrown blind
Feeling hurt and thrown off balance without any warning or understanding


Every breath bruise mine
Feeling deeply wounded with every action or word made by the other party in the situation


Watch the process become decay
Seeing the situation slowly crumble apart and die over time


The wait is hard
Expressing impatience and a struggle to endure the length of time it takes for things to happen


And we'll all leave scared
Feeling afraid of the outcome of the situation and how it will affect everyone involved


While we're waiting for the parade
Waiting for an event or situation that brings closure or resolution to the current problem


If it goes by fast
Expressing hope that the resolution or event comes quickly to avoid prolonged distress


Such a thread of outcasts
Referring to a group of misfits or outsiders experiencing the same kind of struggle


There's no reason to be afraid
Trying to reassure oneself that everything will be alright in the end and there is no need to be afraid


Can't we just pretend it's a game?
Suggesting to make light of the situation and treat it like a game to lessen the impact of its importance


You win without protest
Allowing the other party to win without resistance in order to avoid further conflict


It always ends the same
Feeling as though no matter what happens, the end result will be the same


There's no reason to confess
Not feeling the need to confession any wrongdoings or regrets to the other party


Lets not draw a line
Suggesting not to put a separation or boundary between the two parties


Take it just in time
Taking things as they come and handling them at the appropriate time


Maybe I'll win another day?
Considering the possibility of not winning now but having hope for success later on


Waiting
Repeating the word waiting to reinforce the feeling of anticipation and impatience


If I never come through
Considering the possibility of not succeeding in the situation


You will always pull through
Feeling reassured that the other party will always come out on top, even if this does not occur for oneself




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