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she's dead Lyrics


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We speak the language of a lost empire
To a sick man clinging to a mountain of fire
A second breath
A single thought to run down my neck
Sweating on the hand
That takes a leap of desire

All my lovers
All my lovers are dead
That takes a leap of desire
All my love, love, love, love, love,
Love, love, love, love, love, love, love
All my lovers are dead
That takes a leap of desire
That takes a leap of desire

The ship has sailed to hold your heart on fire
With the two sides held by a madness inside her
So hard to see I step back into the power of three
I feel the push push push
I take a leap out of me

All my lovers
All my lovers are dead
That takes a leap of desire
All my love, love, love, love, love,
Love, love, love, love, love, love, love
All my lovers are dead
That takes a leap of desire
That takes a leap of desire

I feel so free, oh
That takes a leap of desire
I feel so free, oh
That takes a leap of desire





I feel so free, oh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "1" by She's Dead explore themes of lost connections, desire, and liberation. The opening line "We speak the language of a lost empire" suggests a deep longing for something that no longer exists or is out of reach. The phrase "To a sick man clinging to a mountain of fire" creates a vivid image of someone desperately holding on to something destructive or chaotic.


The chorus, "All my lovers are dead," speaks to the singer's feeling of loss or disconnection from past relationships. This line could be interpreted in multiple ways - it could be a metaphor for failed romances or it could represent a part of themselves that they have left behind.


The verse "The ship has sailed to hold your heart on fire" illustrates the intensity of love and desire, with the line "two sides held by a madness inside her" hinting at the tumultuous nature of a passionate relationship. The reference to the "power of three" suggests a trinity of forces, possibly representing the complexity of emotions involved.


The repeated phrase "That takes a leap of desire" emphasizes the idea that to break free from the past and experience liberation, one must have the courage to take risks and fully embrace their desires.


Overall, "1" by She's Dead appears to be a contemplative song about lost love, the struggle to let go, and the need for personal growth and freedom.


Line by Line Meaning

We speak the language of a lost empire
We communicate using the knowledge and traditions of a civilization that no longer exists


To a sick man clinging to a mountain of fire
In contrast to someone who is physically ill, we are dealing with a person trapped in a dangerous and destructive situation


A second breath
A moment of relief or renewal


A single thought to run down my neck
A particular idea that sends shivers down my spine


Sweating on the hand
Feeling anxious or nervous


That takes a leap of desire
It requires a brave and passionate decision


All my lovers
Every person I have been romantically involved with


All my lovers are dead
All of them have passed away or are no longer in my life


The ship has sailed to hold your heart on fire
The opportunity or chance to ignite your passion or love has already passed


With the two sides held by a madness inside her
Due to her inner turmoil or mental instability, she is torn between conflicting emotions or decisions


So hard to see I step back into the power of three
The situation is challenging and confusing, forcing me to rely on the strength and wisdom of a group or collective


I feel the push push push
Experiencing a strong force or pressure driving me forward


I take a leap out of me
I make a bold and transformative action, breaking free from my own constraints or limitations


I feel so free, oh
I experience a profound sense of liberation and freedom




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: JONATHAN MERRIFIELD, LAURA PROCTER

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Nicholas Maddocks

As much as I want to admire the animation, I am plagued with questions:
Who are you?
who is she?
what is that?
what the heck is going on?
why did she kill the stuffed animal?
and how did it all lead to this?!

Bonus: and, can I go home now?



All comments from YouTube:

OldTimeyDragon

Honestly, I feel like this animation fits the audio better than the original scene.

postpone

@StrangerRoll https://youtu.be/D_A6gdlNh00 at 1:37

OldTimeyDragon

@Draško Popović true.

Draško Popović

@OldTimeyDragon it looks better but there is no context here

OldTimeyDragon

@Colton B That's fair.

Colton B

Maybe, but I don’t like how the lady looks

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TurboStart

She: dead
Him: sad
Her: These are the moments that make life worth living

TurboStart

You don't have to be like that

Lavetissene

Yep, thanks for describing what we just watched, we're all deaf and blind.

Jonah Vink

Her: glad

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