Dreaming
waterpark Lyrics
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And no one says a thing
She wants to go out
But we never go out
So tell me a story
So I can get some sleep
I'm worn out
And sick and tired of always being down
That I land
The city lights fall on me
I know one thing
I'll be missing you
She never goes online
She never goes online
She never goes online
She never goes online
So tell me a story
Cause I can't sleep
So tell me a story
Cause I can't sleep
She never goes online
She never goes online
In Waterparks' song "Dreaming," the first stanza describes a situation where two people are together but not actively engaging with each other. They are sitting silently, and one person wants to leave but doesn't voice it. The other person is exhausted and unable to sleep, and in their tired state, they ask the other person to tell them a story. This may suggest they are seeking escapism or distraction from their everyday life.
The second stanza is more repetitive, with the repeated line "she never goes online." It could signify a disconnect from technology or social media, highlighting a desire to experience something outside of the virtual world. The chorus repeats the request for a story, showcasing a sense of longing and emptiness.
The last line of the first stanza, "I'll be missing you," is a callback to Puff Daddy's 1997 hit with the same name, which was a tribute to a friend who died. The line creates a sense of sadness and introspection, where the singer is reflecting on how they will feel when they leave the city.
Overall, the song may be about the search for human connection and feeling present in the moment, instead of constantly seeking distractions. By asking for a story, the singer is seeking a meaningful connection with someone else and a shared experience.
Line by Line Meaning
We sit for hours
We spend long periods of time in silence and company.
And no one says a thing
During our time together, no one speaks.
She wants to go out
She desires to leave and engage with the outside world.
But we never go out
We rarely exit the confines of our indoor surroundings.
So tell me a story
Please narrate me a tale.
So I can get some sleep
To help me find rest.
I'm worn out
I'm tired, both physically and mentally.
And sick and tired of always being down
I'm fed up with constantly feeling sad and downcast.
And the moment
As soon as I arrive.
That I land
When I reach my destination.
The city lights fall on me
I'm surrounded by luminous urban illumination.
I know one thing
I'm certain of one fact.
I'll be missing you
I'll be longing for your presence.
She never goes online
She doesn't use internet-based communication tools.
She never goes online
She seldom uses digital platforms to interact with others.
She never goes online
She infrequently connects to the World Wide Web.
She never goes online
She almost never logs onto the internet.
So tell me a story
Please narrate me a tale.
Cause I can't sleep
Because I'm unable to fall into a slumber.
So tell me a story
Please narrate me a tale.
Cause I can't sleep
Because I'm unable to rest.
She never goes online
She practically never uses the internet.
Contributed by Lincoln P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.