Her debut single First Light was released in October 2018.
Wake The City
Yorke Lyrics
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There's no choices in the end when you fall
I know that now
I should've warned you
All these words of heavy weight will pull you down
A lonely sound
I can see you're doing that, doing this
Second glance but no time to release
I don't want to wake the city
But I can't stand to see you go
Running through the streets, you're with me
I don't want to lose control
I don't want to wake the city
But I can't stand to be alone
Running through the streets, you're with me
I don't want to lose control
There's no forgiveness
There's no chance to say your piece before you fall
That's not my fault
Give me a minute
Need some space to understand the way it works
I know it hurts
One more chance to leave your reach
I can see you're doing that, doing this
Second glance but no time to release
I don't want to wake the city
But I can't stand to see you go
Running through the streets, you're with me
I don't want to lose control
I don't want to wake the city
But I can't stand to be alone
Running through the streets, you're with me
I don't want to lose control
Now I know what you need
Learn to grow without me
I don't want to lose control
Now you know how to breathe
Draining all my energy
I should've told you
There's no choices in the end when you fall
I know that now
In Wake The City by Thom Yorke, the singer expresses regret for not warning someone about the dangers that come with making heavy-weighted choices, and the ensuing loneliness that one might experience in their wake. The singer reminisces about a missed opportunity to warn their friend about the consequences of their actions, and how they should have advised them to leave the situation when they had the chance. The singer is grappling with their inability to control the circumstances and helplessness they feel as their friend heads toward their fall. The singer finds solace in having a companion to help them endure through the torment of watching their friend suffer.
The singer uses "Wake The City" to convey the theme of regret and powerlessness concerning a friend in trouble. The anxiety and pain felt by the singer as they watch their friend's life fall apart can be felt in the urgency of the lyrics. However, the singer also finds a glimmer of hope in having someone to share their burden with. The song seems to suggest that even though we might feel powerless in the face of tragedy, it's essential to find someone we can lean on for support.
Line by Line Meaning
I should've told you
I regret not warning you earlier
There's no choices in the end when you fall
Once you reach a certain point, you have no control over what happens
I know that now
I have learned from my mistakes
I should've warned you
I regret not telling you about the potential consequences
All these words of heavy weight will pull you down
Words carry immense power, and sometimes they can be harmful
A lonely sound
The feeling of being alone in your struggles
One more chance to leave your reach
You have one opportunity to distance yourself
I can see you're doing that, doing this
I recognize that you are trying to avoid me
Second glance but no time to release
A brief moment to pause, but no opportunity to stop what's happening
I don't want to wake the city
I don't want to make a scene or cause a disturbance
But I can't stand to see you go
I can't tolerate the idea of you leaving me
Running through the streets, you're with me
I'm feeling like you're right beside me, even if you're not physically present
I don't want to lose control
I'm afraid of losing my grip on the situation
But I can't stand to be alone
I don't want to face my struggles without anyone by my side
There's no forgiveness
There's no room for forgiveness or second chances
There's no chance to say your piece before you fall
You don't get the opportunity to speak your mind before things take a turn for the worse
That's not my fault
I'm not to blame for what's happening
Give me a minute
I need some time to process what's happening
Need some space to understand the way it works
I need some distance in order to come to terms with everything
I know it hurts
I understand that this situation is painful for both of us
Now I know what you need
I have a better understanding of what you require
Learn to grow without me
You must learn to thrive on your own, without my assistance
Now you know how to breathe
You have discovered how to overcome your obstacles
Draining all my energy
This situation is taking a toll on me
Writer(s): Andrew Macken, Grace Hughes
Contributed by Carter K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@JK001POPS
I found this song some time ago!!! I'm glad this song has a video... Addicted to your tune and voice... Never give up! You have a great talent!!
@daymeeedababy
Good to be here with you with 114 other subscribers. Let's wake this city
@MiFobz
117
@floppydiscz
Same!! But she still has 114 after so long
@daymeeedababy
Let's paint the city now!!!
@aidenater
I heard this song on the advert on TV for 9-1-1 and so glad I found it π
@TravisScheidecker
I remembered wake
@ashleighmakesart542
Canβt wait to see you perform tonight in Melbourne!!
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I love your songs and voice π»π»
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omg your SO GOOD!!!
I HEARD YOU AT RUELS CONCERT IN PERTH AND YOU'RE AMAZING!!
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