December
Weezer Lyrics


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Only love can ease the pain
Of a boy caught in the rain
Only hope will remember
Burning flame in December

Only love
Only love
Only faith can bring to life
One who falls by the wayside
Only trust can inspire
Soggy lungs to breathe fire

Only love
Only love

It's only natural
The moon is just half full
We give our best away
We give our best away

Only love

Only trust can inspire
Soggy lungs to breathe fire

Only love
Only love




Only love
Only love

Overall Meaning

In "December," Weezer reflects on the power of love, hope, faith, and trust to heal one's pain and to bring life and inspiration. The opening lines "Only love can ease the pain / Of a boy caught in the rain" suggest that a broken heart needs love to heal, to renew hope and optimism. "Only hope will remember / Burning flame in December" highlights the ephemeral nature of happiness and the need to cherish and preserve moments of joy and love.


The second verse underscores the importance of faith and trust in oneself and in others. "Only faith can bring to life / One who falls by the wayside" implies that faith is a call to action, to rise up from the ashes of failure and despair. "Only trust can inspire / Soggy lungs to breathe fire" is a metaphor for the power of trust to reignite passion and commitment, to fuel one's creative or emotional intensity. There is a sense of urgency and vulnerability in these lines, as the singer is seeking a way out of darkness, towards the light of love and hope.


Overall, "December" is a beautiful and introspective song that speaks to the complexity of human emotions and the need for connection and support. It reminds us that love is the greatest healer, the strongest motivator, and the purest expression of the human spirit.


Line by Line Meaning

Only love can ease the pain
Love is the only remedy for the pain and sadness in a person's heart


Of a boy caught in the rain
The metaphor of being caught in the rain represents feeling lost and hopeless


Only hope will remember
Hope is the key to not forgetting the good things in life


Burning flame in December
December serves as a symbol of darkness and the burning flame represents hope and light


Only faith can bring to life
Having faith is essential to overcoming tough times and becoming a better person


One who falls by the wayside
Someone who has hit rock bottom and seems to have lost their way


Only trust can inspire
Trust is the foundation for all successful relationships and can give someone the confidence they need to succeed


Soggy lungs to breathe fire
The metaphor of soggy lungs represents feeling suffocated and unable to breathe, but with trust they can breathe fire and become unstoppable


It's only natural
Things happen the way they're supposed to, and we must accept this as a natural occurrence


The moon is just half full
Life is not always bright and full, but even when it's just half full, there is still hope


We give our best away
People put in their best effort but sometimes it goes unnoticed or is not appreciated by others


Only love
Love is the most powerful force in the world


Only trust can inspire
Trust is needed to inspire people to reach their full potential


Soggy lungs to breathe fire
Through trust, people can rise above their difficulties and achieve greatness


Only love
Love is the most important thing we can give and receive in life


Only love
We should always choose love over hate or fear




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Rivers Cuomo

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