Open
ill.Gates & Captain Hook Lyrics
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As a last defense,
In the argument
That I can't start with you,
That I can't stop with you.
But I can't stop.
We're just managing,
We're not arguing.
It's your honesty.
You're led on again
But you'll get off again
You're seesawing
You're recharging.
I'm not a fast lover
I'm not a slow lover
I'm a half-fast lover.
The lyrics to ill.Gates and Captain Hook's "Open" explore the complexity of romantic relationships and the singer's struggle to fully commit to their partner. The first lines, "I'm always on the fence / As a last defense," suggest that the singer is hesitant to fully invest in their relationship because they are afraid of getting hurt. They then say that "I can't start with you, / That I can't stop with you. / But I can't stop," highlighting their internal conflict and desire to be with their partner despite their reservations.
The next lines, "We're just managing, / We're not arguing," indicate that the relationship is currently stable but not necessarily passionate or exciting. The singer recognizes that their partner's honesty is a positive quality, but also acknowledges that they have a tendency to be led astray and then bounce back. The final lines, "I'm not a fast lover / I'm not a slow lover / I'm a half-fast lover," seem to reflect the singer's uncertainty about their own romantic tendencies and their inability to fully commit to a fast or slow pace.
Overall, "Open" is a song that explores the nuances of romantic relationships and the complicated emotions that arise when one is afraid of getting hurt. The lyrics suggest that while the singer is hesitant to fully commit to their partner, they still appreciate and care for them deeply.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm always on the fence
I'm indecisive and unsure about my feelings
As a last defense,
As a final attempt to protect myself
In the argument
During our conversation
That I can't start with you,
That I can't initiate a relationship with you
That I can't stop with you.
That I can't end a relationship with you
But I can't stop.
But I can't resist you
We're just managing,
We're barely getting by
We're not arguing.
We're not fighting
And it's so obvious
It's clear to see
It's your honesty.
It's your openness and truthfulness
You're led on again
You're being deceived again
But you'll get off again
But you'll recover and move on again
You're seesawing
You're going back and forth
You're recharging.
You're regaining your energy
I'm not a fast lover
I'm not quick to fall in love
I'm not a slow lover
I'm not hesitant to love
I'm a half-fast lover.
I'm somewhere in between
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@Seanjls
this song may not have the anticipated drop you so long to hear but if you listen closely it has a very interesting arrangement. I believe it is kind of an old school approach to what we call dubstep today. I give ILL gates props for doing something different. It may not be full of synths and samples but it definitely has a vibe to it that is somewhat meditative and dark at the same time.
@IGroomsI
jesus bassnectar dropped this tune on new years and it was unbelievable
@jacksonbartlett8405
To anyone calling this song/ill.Gates bad at making music...I suggest you see him drop these tracks at a live show. You will see the truth.
@joeymccashland4420
I will always love this song. In December of 2012 I saw you perform with some of my friends in Baltimore. I tweeted you earlier in the day asking you to play this song. I was surprised when you actually responded later saying you would. And even if it was already a planned part of your set, I couldn't have felt more hyped when you did play it that night.
@cwhullhull88
fun to listen to skiing and stoned in fresh pow
@frenzy.618
why so little views? its an amazing tune ! :D
@sebas8462
This is what I call DUBSTEP <3
@LavaViper
Was really digging this in the Color Storm remixtape, thank you so much!
@jSWINofRP
DAMN THIS IS SICK
@PavelQuantologic
Shiiiiitt 2:45 what an energy rush coming up , amazing tune , quality :)