And By Always
White Fence Lyrics
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Is it always wrong?
Don't you lay a diamond
In a crowd?
I see you always
And by always, i mean carefully
A childs square
That weight
The gold thats on your tongue
And i saw you
Love always taken
And by always, i mean carefully
And by always
I'll see it backwards
Like a ledge on a factory
A wishing pond
Is what i'm relying on
To skip through
And make it bottom down
And i'd be with you
And always treat you
And by always, i mean carefully
The lyrics of White Fence's song And By Always express the idea of being cautious and considerate in one's relationships with others. The opening line asks whether it is always wrong to "lay low," to be careful and not draw attention to oneself. The lyrics suggest that sometimes it is necessary to hold back and not reveal oneself fully, as if laying a diamond in a crowd, that might otherwise be lost or dulled in the noise and chaos of the world.
The song goes on to describe a "childs square" and a "golden tear," which could represent innocence and vulnerability, or perhaps preciousness and beauty. The weight of "gold on your tongue" suggests a certain richness or value in one's words or thoughts, but also perhaps a certain burden or responsibility that comes with speaking honestly and authentically. The singer sees someone always, but carefully, implying a sense of observation and caution in their relationship.
The lyrics in the chorus express a hope for a deeper connection with someone, "I'd be with you and always treat you," but also a sense of trepidation and carefulness, "and by always, I mean carefully." The final lines of the song convey a sense of longing and a desire to escape to a simpler, more peaceful place, represented by a "wishing pond."
Line by Line Meaning
To lay low
Is it always best to remain hidden and avoid attention?
Is it always wrong?
Or are there times when it's actually the right thing to do?
Don't you lay a diamond
Is it wise to display something precious in a crowded area?
In a crowd?
Where it could easily be lost or stolen?
I see you always
I notice your every move
And by always, i mean carefully
But I am cautious about how I approach you and perceive your actions
A childs square
An innocent object
Another golden tear is down
Another expression of sadness
That weight
The burden of emotions
The gold thats on your tongue
The value of your words
And i saw you
I observed your behavior
Love always taken
Fragile love that is easily lost
And by always, i mean carefully
So I tread cautiously in matters of the heart
And by always
Time and time again
I'll see it backwards
I'll reflect on the past
Like a ledge on a factory
As if it were a distinctive feature of a building
A wishing pond
A place of hope and desire
Is what i'm relying on
Where I place my trust
To skip through
To jump to the end goal
And make it bottom down
And see the results of my efforts
And i'd be with you
I want to be by your side
And always treat you
And I'll always respect you
And by always, i mean carefully
And I will exercise caution in all aspects of our relationship
Writer(s): TIM PRESLEY
Contributed by Sophia G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Dbusdriver71
This is really good. Why haven't I heard of 'white fence' before. Gonna take a person interest in them now.
@abbastarik8881
To lay low
Is it always wrong?
Don't you lay a diamond
In a crowd?
I see you always
And by always, i mean carefully
A child's square
Another golden tear is down
That weight
The gold that's on your tongue
And i saw you
Love always taken
And by always, i mean carefully
And by always
I'll see it backwards
Like a ledge on a factory
A wishing pond
Is what i'm relying on
To skip through
And make it bottom down
And i'd be with you
And always treat you
And by always, i mean carefully
@thomasrainbow
This song sounds like I first heard it in the late 60s but I wasn't alive then and then I heard it in 2013 like a boss. Yep.
@thejackcades
Amazing song
@invisibleboy3997
Wow really like these kids...Psychedelica always is in my comfort level.
@notisuno604
C,F,D chords sound so sick
@BrittM1028
I love you Tim <3
@Playback007able
12 string Rickenbacher always a good ax, just ask Roger McGuinn.
@michaelchen3565
:)
@greenman5555
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