Paris
We Singing Colors Lyrics
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They think their problems are going to perish
In time they realize
It is not like that
Why all the people always move to Paris?
They're dreaming of a better life
In the end all you hear from them is
"Je ne comprends rien!"
Why all the people always move to Paris?
They think their problems are going to perish
In time they realize
It is not like that
Why all the people always move to Paris?
They're dreaming of a better life
In the end all you hear from them is
"Je ne comprends rien!"
Can you open your eyes and tell me
Those people aren't your friends?
Can you open your eyes and tell me
One day it's gonna end
With all those French trips
Love gets stranger too
Why all the people always move to Paris?
They meet some French and get married
And then they realize
That their accent sucks!
Why did you have to move to Paris?
Eiffel Tower's full of Japanese
Now I am alone here
In my hometown
All their dreams
They become French words
Can you open your eyes and tell me
Those people aren't your friends?
Can you open your eyes and tell me
One day it's gonna end
Can you open your eyes and tell me
Those people aren't your friends?
Can you open your eyes and tell me
One day it's gonna end
With all those French trips
Love gets stranger too
The lyrics to "Paris" by We Singing Colors address the idea of people moving to Paris to escape their problems and find a better life. The song explores the reality behind this romanticized notion as the lyrics reflect a sense of disillusionment towards Paris. The repetition of the line "Why all the people always move to Paris?" highlights the confusion and wonder of why so many people flock to this one city. The lyrics express that people are dreaming of a better life, but ultimately, they find out that Paris does not solve their problems.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of isolation as the singer admits to feeling alone in their hometown after their friends have all moved away. The line, "In the end, all you hear from them is 'Je ne comprends rien!'" expresses the difficulty of fully assimilating into a new culture and language. The lyrics are critical of those who move to Paris solely for its romanticized reputation and not for the right reasons, questioning why people are so easily drawn to the idea of a better life in a far-off city.
Overall, the song "Paris" by We Singing Colors exposes the harsh realities of a city often idealized in popular culture. It speaks to the complexities of human nature and desire for a better life, ultimately highlighting that the grass isn't always greener on the other side.
Line by Line Meaning
Why all the people always move to Paris?
People often relocate to Paris in search of a solution to their problems.
They think their problems are going to perish
They believe that the city will solve their issues.
In time they realize
Gradually they become aware that things are not as they seem.
It is not like that
Their assumption proves to be false, and they feel disappointed.
They're dreaming of a better life
They long for a life that is free from their current problems.
In the end all you hear from them is
Eventually, people who move to Paris frequently end up exclaiming the phrase 'Je ne comprends rien!'
Can you open your eyes and tell me
Could you tell me with honesty and clarity?
Those people aren't your friends?
The individuals you relocated with are not true friends.
One day it's gonna end
Your time in Paris will eventually come to a conclusion.
With all those French trips
Frequent trips to France.
Love gets stranger too
Even romantic relationships feel more complicated.
They meet some French and get married
People fall in love with locals and decide to settle down with them.
That their accent sucks!
Realizing that they cannot speak the language fluently.
Eiffel Tower's full of Japanese
Tourists from Japan crowd the Eiffel Tower.
Now I am alone here
The person has been abandoned as his friends moved on to different surroundings.
In my hometown
He/She is now living in their native town without anybody to share their experience.
All their dreams
Their aspirations and longings.
They become French words
It slowly fades into allure of their new environment and blend into the local culture.
Contributed by Daniel F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.