"Close Your Eyes"
silver trees Lyrics
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I guess that's why I shouldn′t know.
Where it is while we're here killing time,
In time we'll know where we want it to go.
I′ve got a lot left to say.
I guess that′s why I shouldn't talk.
If everything I think got away
Will you love me or leave me or make me .
Some things to believe in between me and you.
You say, "just close your eyes" but I′m lookin' at you
Every time that I do.
Don′t say just close your eyes 'cause I'm lookin′ at you.
Every time - I do.
We′ve got a lot to believe in,
I don't think that′s too much to say.
Last night you fell asleep to the TV on my shoulder,
As my whole world changed.
Will you love me or leave me or make me .
Some things to believe in between me and you.
You say, "just close your eyes" but I'm lookin′ at you
Every time that I do.
Don't say just close your eyes ′cause I'm lookin' at you.
Every time - I do.
At first you flew by. The second one, too.
In a fraction of time I know just what to do with their [---].
Call her friends and they′ll make much ado.
Here they are waiting to walk down the room.
You say,
"Will you love me and keep me through every season,
Through sickness and health with you."
I say, "come close and close your eyes, now I see you."
Every time that I do.
So I′ll repeat the lines, shut my eyes, lean in too.
Now and forever, I do.
Don't say just close your eyes ′cause I'm lookin′ at you.
Every time - I do.
The lyrics of "Close Your Eyes" by Silver Trees express a sense of uncertainty and introspection in a relationship. The first verse suggests that the singer and their partner are in a stage of contemplation and confusion. The line "You've got a lot on your mind, I guess that's why I shouldn't know" indicates that the singer realizes their partner is going through something but feels unsure about delving deeper into their thoughts. There is a sense of waiting and hoping for clarity, as they say, "In time we'll know where we want it to go."
In the second verse, the singer acknowledges their own hesitance to communicate their feelings. They feel that if they were to express everything they think, their partner might perceive it as overthinking or being too intense. They fear that their thoughts may push their partner away, hence the line "If everything I think got away, afraid you'd think I'd been thinking too much."
The chorus brings up the theme of love and trust. The question of whether their partner will love them, leave them, or create a deeper connection ("make me something to believe in between me and you") underscores the uncertainty in the relationship. The partner suggests closing their eyes to find solace, but the singer finds it difficult because they are constantly looking at their partner. This implies that the singer is hesitant to fully trust and let go of their uncertainties.
The bridge introduces a contrast in time, with the mention of first and second instances. It suggests that in a short amount of time, the singer knows what to do with certain things or situations that arise. There is also a mention of others waiting to walk down the room, possibly referring to external influences or expectations on the relationship.
The final part of the song brings a resolution. The partner asks if the singer will love and keep them through all seasons, sickness, and health, and the singer responds by asking the partner to come close, shut their eyes, as they truly see them. The repetition of "Every time that I do" emphasizes their commitment and love. The song ends with the plea not to just close their eyes, as the singer is always looking at their partner.
Overall, "Close Your Eyes" explores the complexities of a relationship where both partners are grappling with uncertainty, communication issues, and the desire for love and trust.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got a lot on your mind.
You have many thoughts and worries occupying your thoughts.
I guess that's why I shouldn't know.
I understand that it's better for me not to know your thoughts.
Where it is while we're here killing time,
We are uncertain about our purpose while we pass the time.
In time we'll know where we want it to go.
Eventually, we will figure out our desired direction in life.
I've got a lot left to say.
There are still many things I want to express.
I guess that's why I shouldn't talk.
Perhaps that's why it's best for me to stay silent.
If everything I think got away
If all my thoughts were revealed
Afraid you'd think I'd been thinking too much.
I fear you would believe I have been overthinking.
Will you love me or leave me or make me .
Are you going to love me, abandon me, or shape me?
Some things to believe in between me and you.
We need to find common beliefs and values.
You say, "just close your eyes" but I'm lookin' at you
You tell me to close my eyes, but I continue to observe you.
Every time that I do.
Whenever I close my eyes.
Don't say just close your eyes 'cause I'm lookin' at you.
Please don't ask me to close my eyes because I am watching you.
We've got a lot to believe in,
We have many things to have faith in.
I don't think that's too much to say.
Expressing those beliefs is not excessive.
Last night you fell asleep to the TV on my shoulder,
Yesterday, you drifted off while resting your head on my shoulder with the TV playing.
As my whole world changed.
As everything in my life shifted dramatically.
At first you flew by. The second one, too.
Initially, you were in a hurry. The same goes for the second occurrence.
In a fraction of time I know just what to do with their [---].
In an instant, I am aware of how to handle these situations.
Call her friends and they'll make much ado.
Contact her friends, and they will exaggerate the circumstances.
Here they are waiting to walk down the room.
They stand prepared to enter the room.
You say,
You express...
Will you love me and keep me through every season,
Will you love and support me through all the ups and downs?
Through sickness and health with you.
During both illness and good health.
I say, "come close and close your eyes, now I see you."
I suggest you approach me, close your eyes, and now I can see the real you.
Every time that I do.
Whenever I do so.
So I'll repeat the lines, shut my eyes, lean in too.
Therefore, I will repeat these words, close my eyes, and move closer as well.
Now and forever, I do.
From this moment until eternity, I am committed.
Don't say just close your eyes 'cause I'm lookin' at you.
Please don't tell me to close my eyes because I am observing you.
Every time - I do.
Each time I do.
Writer(s): Paul Johnson
Contributed by Liliana N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@claudiapatriciacaceres7151
You've got a lot on your mind.
I guess that's why I shouldn't know.
Where it is while we're here killing time,
In time we'll know where we want it to go.
I've got a lot left to say.
I guess that's why I shouldn't talk.
If everything I think got away
Afraid you'd think I'd been thinking too much.
Will you love me or leave me or make me .
Some things to believe in between me and you.
You say, "just close your eyes" but I'm lookin' at you
Every time that I do.
Don't say just close your eyes 'cause I'm lookin' at you.
Every time - I do.
We've got a lot to believe in,
I don't think that's too much to say.
Last night you fell asleep to the TV on my shoulder,
As my whole world changed.
Will you love me or leave me or make me .
Some things to believe in between me and you.
You say, "just close your eyes" but I'm lookin' at you
Every time that I do.
Don't say just close your eyes 'cause I'm lookin' at you.
Every time - I do.
At first you flew by. The second one, too.
In a fraction of time I know just what to do with their [---].
Call her friends and they'll make much ado.
Here they are waiting to walk down the room.
You say,
"Will you love me and keep me through every season,
Through sickness and health with you."
I say, "come close and close your eyes, now I see you."
Every time that I do.
So I'll repeat the lines, shut my eyes, lean in too.
Now and forever, I do.
Don't say just close your eyes 'cause I'm lookin' at you.
Every time - I do.
@joshuaangelobornilla1459
You've got a lot on your mind.
I guess that's why I shouldn't know.
Where it is while we're here killing time,
In time we'll know where we want it to go.
I've got a lot left to say.
I guess that's why I shouldn't talk.
If everything I think got away
Afraid you'd think I'd been thinking too much.
Will you love me or leave me or make me even see
Some things to believe in between me and you.
You say, "just close your eyes" but I'm lookin' at you
Every time that I do.
Don't say just close your eyes 'cause I'm lookin' at you.
Every time - I do.
We've got a lot to believe in,
I don't think that's too much to say.
Last night you fell asleep to the TV on my shoulder,
As my whole world changed.
Will you love me or leave me or make me even see
Some things to believe in between me and you.
You say, "just close your eyes" but I'm lookin' at you
Every time that I do.
Don't say just close your eyes 'cause I'm lookin' at you.
Every time - I do.
At first you flew by. The second one, too.
In a fraction of time I know just what to do
With the rest, call our friends and they'll make much ado.
Here they are waiting to walk down the room.
You say,
"Will you love me and keep me through every season,
Through sickness and health with you."
I say, "come close and close your eyes, now I see you."
Every time that I do.
So I'll repeat the lines, shut my eyes, lean in too.
Now and forever, I do.
Don't say just close your eyes 'cause I'm lookin' at you.
Every time - I do.
@131tris
It's sad that Silver Trees is underrated..my god this is pure😢😍
@navarrohb
TrisZ go check out canyon city. Same group new name
@ellimonade
TRUUUUUEEEEE!!
@mjtagzz4720
Best song for wedding.
@mediwits3446
this is only a few months earlier than ed sheeran's debut, i just cant accept the fact that, aargghhhh i know there's difference, but not big.
dang this band deserves more.
@katarkus
I can only agree with the previous comments. The songs are so incredibly sensitive and the voice sends a shiver through a skin. And not enough, the texts surpass all the others yet. I will strongly rotate the drum for this band. It would be nice if many would hear her wonderful songs.
@kevingill648
Only just found this, great music!
@gillianne4366
this is so underrated!!!!
@_karma_akabane_01
I am in love with this. Thanks!
@arisernsttabaque2664
I got LSS to this. Thank you ♥️