Iris
feeo Lyrics

Oh Iris
Addressing someone named Iris, expressing a sense of familiarity and fondness

There was a time
Referring to a specific point in the past

When we braided our hair
Engaging in a shared activity, possibly symbolizing bonding and unity

And dreamed of Atlantis
Having dreams and aspirations of a mythical and idealized place

Reams of rich coloured thread
Representing a multitude of vibrant and colorful possibilities

Hanging from our palms
Symbolizing the potential and creativity within their hands

As we plaited
Engaging in the act of weaving and intertwining

Just floating in that magic time
Feeling weightless and consumed by a sense of wonder and enchantment

Where nothing else mattered
Being fully immersed in the present moment, with no distractions or concerns

Oh
Expressing a sudden realization or emotional response

The sun shone
Highlighting a period of brightness and positivity

And we would grow
Experiencing personal growth and development

With every heartbeat
Connecting their growth to the rhythm of their hearts

Playing those future-soul songs
Engaging in music that evokes a sense of hope and longing for what lies ahead

Just lying in my garden
Finding solace and peace in a personal and tranquil space

Painting pictures of freedom
Expressing their desire for liberation and self-expression

In a technicolour daydream
Imagining a vivid and vibrant world that transcends reality

Of a world to which we'd run
Envisioning escaping to a better and more exciting world

And how we'd dream
Recalling their shared dreams and aspirations

Of white tents
Imagining a nomadic and adventurous lifestyle

And blue skies
Longing for a sense of freedom and openness

And red desert scenes
Envisioning vibrant and captivating landscapes

And how we'd flee
Fantasizing about escaping from their current circumstances

In our minds to crystalline lagoons
Mentally escaping to serene and clear bodies of water

And dark rolling seas
Imagining vast and mysterious oceans

We always said the world's for roaming
Believing in the endless opportunities for exploration and adventure

We know how futile life is
Recognizing the transience and impermanence of existence

And if there's meaning
Considering the possibility of finding purpose or significance

Wouldn't hesitate
Expressing a willingness to take immediate action

To run far to find it
Being ready to embark on a journey in search of meaning and fulfillment

Just to feel the sun
Desiring the tangible sensation of warmth and vitality

Upon our backs
Yearning for the sun's embrace and its positive influence

On a path ever-winding
Expecting that the journey to find meaning will be a continuous and unpredictable one

But how things change
Reflecting on the inevitable shifts and transformations in life

I put my roots down
Deciding to establish oneself in a specific place or situation

In this ghost town
Referring to their current environment as lifeless and devoid of vibrancy

I had other dreams to chase
Having redirected their focus and ambition towards different goals

Now I wonder where the time's gone
Questioning the passage of time and reflecting on how it slipped away

As I sit here
Describing their current state of being in a contemplative and stationary position

Cleaning drains
Engaging in mundane and unfulfilling tasks

While you're off
Contrasting their own stagnant situation with someone else's more exciting experiences

In distant landscapes
Imagining the other person exploring and immersing themselves in captivating environments

Catching perfect rolling waves
Visualizing the other person surfing and enjoying exhilarating moments

Can't you see?
Expressing a plea for the other person to understand their desire

How badly I want to join you
Conveying a strong yearning and longing to be a part of the other person's adventures

Step out of this great machine
Desiring to break free from the monotonous and demanding routine of life

But I'm stuck between dreams
Feeling trapped and conflicted between their current aspirations and their longing for something different

A slave to ambition
Feeling controlled and constrained by their own drive and desire for success

You know it
Assuming that the other person understands their struggle

Keeps me from feeling free
Acknowledging that their ambition prevents them from experiencing true freedom and contentment

Sometimes I like to drift
Admitting to a desire for aimlessness and relaxation

Just rolling with the tide you know
Embracing the natural flow of life and surrendering to its force

Just living to live
Finding value and meaning in simply existing

But I'm so caught up in this
Feeling entangled and consumed by their current circumstances

I've sold my soul
Having made sacrifices and compromises for the sake of their ambitions

To passion now
Referring to their dedication and commitment to their pursuits

There's nothing I can do
Feeling resigned and powerless to change their situation

Maybe I could run away
Considering the possibility of escaping their current life

Some place near the sea
Imagining a new location, close to the ocean, for their potential escape

I'm young, I could start again
Highlighting their youth and the potential for a fresh beginning

Could get lost in shades of blue and green
Immersing themselves in the calming and rejuvenating colors of nature

Maybe I would find
Considering the potential discoveries and revelations in their new life

A home
Longing for a sense of belonging and stability

Cloaked in lilac leaves
Imagining a serene and peaceful environment adorned with purple foliage

Spend my days in the sun
Desiring a life filled with warmth, happiness, and daylight

And find someone who loves me
Hoping to establish a loving and meaningful relationship

It could be so easy
Believing that a new life could bring simplicity and ease

I could be so happy
Imagining a future filled with joy and contentment

But would it fulfill me?
Questioning whether this new life would bring them true fulfillment

No no
Expressing a firm and definitive rejection

I don't think so Iris
Conveying doubt and skepticism about the proposed alternative

Iris
Addressing Iris once again, perhaps emphasizing the significance of their connection