little islands
slenderbodies Lyrics
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i get a bit of
emotion
im monotone
ooh ooh ohh
wanted a taste of above
aah aah aah
us against the world
theres just nothing left to do here
time to run over the bridges where well be just fine
you and i
you and i
distant noise of sirens
fade away on little islands
i dont want to be nobody else but me tonight
you and i
you and i
you tell me now
you tell me now
its been so long since you've been making these decisions
yet you want to now you want to now
i think its fine to be a little bit nonsensical
were riding out
riding out
finding places
I've been making
my mistakes out here with you
us against the world
theres just nothing left to do here
time to run over the bridges where well be just fine
you and i
you and i
distant noise of sirens
fade away on little islands
i dont want to be nobody else but me tonight
you and i
you and i
far gone distance
try to be the only one that listens
i want to be your only martyr
maybe if i can be there for you
i can learn to be myself again
far gone distance
try to be the only one that listens
i want to be your only martyr
maybe if i can be there for you
i can learn to be myself again
us against the world
theres just nothing left to do here
time to run over the bridges where well be just fine
you and i
you and i
distant noise of sirens
fade away on little islands
i dont want to be nobody else but me tonight
you and i
you and...
us against the world
theres just nothing left to do here
time to run over the bridges where well be just fine
you and i
you and i
distant noise of sirens
fade away on little islands
i dont want to be nobody else but me tonight
you and i
you and i
The song "Little Islands" by slenderbodies is a dreamy and introspective track that explores the themes of identity and the search for emotional connection. The opening lines of the song set the tone for this exploration, as the singer expresses the hope for a bit of emotion in an otherwise monotone existence. The following lines describe the desire to escape and find a taste of something more, while also acknowledging the fear of falling backwards that comes with taking risks.
The chorus of the song centers around the idea of "us against the world", a common expression of solidarity and support. However, in this context, it is coupled with a sense of resignation, as the singer acknowledges that there may be nothing left to do in their current situation but to run over the bridges to a better place. The use of the phrase "little islands" in the next verse adds to the sense of searching for a safe haven, away from the chaos of the city and the noise of sirens. The repetition of the words "you and I" throughout the song emphasizes the importance of this connection between two individuals in the midst of the wider world.
The bridge of the song serves as a moment of reflection for the singer, as they try to reconcile their desire to be there for someone else with the need to be true to themselves. The repeated lines of "far gone distance" and "try to be the only one that listens" point to a sense of isolation and the desire for emotional intimacy. The final repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea of the bond between two people against the backdrop of the wider world, highlighting the importance of finding a safe place and identity in the midst of it all.
Line by Line Meaning
oh im hoping
I have a strong desire
i get a bit of
to feel and experience
emotion
intense feeling
im monotone
lacking in emotion in my speech
ooh ooh ohh
sigh of longing
wanted a taste of above
I yearn for something beyond the ordinary
aah aah aah
expression of relief when falling
falling backwards
losing control and letting go
us against the world
our unity against everything else
theres just nothing left to do here
we have exhausted all options in this situation
time to run over the bridges where well be just fine
let's move to a better place and start anew
you and i
together, we can make it
distant noise of sirens
sounds of chaos in the background
fade away on little islands
escaping on small, peaceful areas
i dont want to be nobody else but me tonight
I want to be true to myself without pretense
you tell me now
asking to hear your thoughts
its been so long since you've been making these decisions
you have not had control for some time
yet you want to now you want to now
feeling ready to take charge once again
i think its fine to be a little bit nonsensical
it's okay to not always make sense
were riding out
let's face this together
finding places
seeking new and better environments
I've been making
taking responsibility for my mistakes
my mistakes out here with you
having support and guidance through my errors
far gone distance
a great distance apart
try to be the only one that listens
wanting to be a source of comfort and understanding
i want to be your only martyr
being willing to suffer for your sake
maybe if i can be there for you
helping you through difficult times
i can learn to be myself again
recovering my own identity and self-worth
us against the world
our bond prevailing against all odds
distant noise of sirens
chaos cannot penetrate our unity
fade away on little islands
losing ourselves in peaceful places
you and i
our partnership is all we need
Contributed by Dominic R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@obi-one-shinobistansolo3646
Dude I think they up there with passion pit
@normalname8768
The cover art is so beautiful
@astridhansen573
TOOK ME HOURS to find this song again. Damn
@danitodnl5396
I feel like i see a whole new life when listen to this
@r.a.d.d.a.d.7903
I fuckin love this noise🤙
@itatimiranda
su música es tan relajante,es perfecta.
@no-onehereshouldknowok9165
Very cool
@cc-cw1wi
lovechild of young the giant and passion pit
@shahihihihi
💛
@Ianmybeloved_
Genial