This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
I was walking with my feet
A position fell over me
The harmony wall bleeding
The restless child was reading
I was swimming
Could hardly stand
The swimming hour was at hand
And the fishes they were feeding
The lambs they were bleating
I walk slowly
When I walk away from you
I'm feeling bad
I'm looking bad
I feel and look so bad
Some might say
Yours truly is soaking his head
There's apprehension
And inhibition
All contributions
To my attrition
And it happened long ago
These things these things
That make me walk so darn slow
A position fell over me
The harmony wall bleeding
The restless child was reading
I was swimming
Could hardly stand
The swimming hour was at hand
And the fishes they were feeding
The lambs they were bleating
I walk slowly
When I walk away from you
I'm feeling bad
I'm looking bad
I feel and look so bad
Some might say
Yours truly is soaking his head
There's apprehension
And inhibition
All contributions
To my attrition
And it happened long ago
These things these things
That make me walk so darn slow
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Holiday
Bee Gees
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@[Diderik:33655] "Your a holiday!" Was a popular term used in the 50s/60s to compliment someone on their all around. For example, not only are they beautiful, but they are fun and kind too ... just an all around "holiday".
I think your first comment is closer to being accurate. The singer/song writers state "Millions of eyes can see, yet why am i so blind!? When the someone else is me, its unkind its unkind". I believe hes referring to the girl toying with him and using him. He wants something deeper with her, thats why he allows himself to be as a puppet (even though for her fun and games) as long as it makes her happy. But he knows deep down that she doesnt really want to be serious with him and thats what makes him.
I Can't Go To Sleep
Wu-Tang Clan
Wu-Tang Clan
This song is written as the perspective of the boys in the street, as a whole, and what path they are going to choose as they get older and grow into men. (This is why the music video takes place in an orphanage.) The seen, and unseen collective suffering is imbedded in the boys’ mind, consciously or subconsciously, and is haunting them. Which path will the boys choose? Issac Hayes is the voice of reason, maybe God, the angel on his shoulder, or the voice of his forefathers from beyond the grave who can see the big picture and are pleading with the boys not to continue the violence and pattern of killing their brothers, but to rise above. The most beautiful song and has so many levels. Racism towards African Americans in America would not exist if everyone sat down and listened to this song and understood the history behind the words. The power, fear, pleading in RZA and Ghostface voices are genuine and powerful. Issac Hayes’ strong voice makes the perfect strong father figure, who is possibly from beyond the grave.
Just A Little Lovin'
Dusty Springfield
Dusty Springfield
I don't think it's necessarily about sex. It's about wanting to start the day with some love and affection. Maybe a warm cuddle. I'm not alone in interpreting it that way! For example:
"'Just a Little Lovin’ is a timeless country song originally recorded by Eddy Arnold in 1954. The song, written by Eddie Miller and Jimmy Campbell, explores the delicate nuances of love and showcases Arnold’s emotive vocals. It delves into the universal theme of love and how even the smallest gesture of affection can have a profound impact on our lives." https://oldtimemusic.com/the-meaning-behind-the-song-just-a-little-lovin-by-eddy-arnold/
Magical
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
How would you describe the feeling of being in love? For Ed Sheeran, the word is “Magical.” in HIS three-minute album opener, he makes an attempt to capture the beauty and delicacy of true love with words. He describes the magic of it all over a bright Pop song produced by Aaron Dessner.
I believe this song is about misjudging people. Disposition is the way people are, their essence and qualities. So a disposition fell over him, and things became the opposite of what they seemed. A normally restless child was patiently reading, the defensive armory wall was hurt and bleeding,
he was so surprised at these occurrences, his head was swimming.
And then soaking your head, people tell others to go soak their head when they believe the speaker has no idea what they're talking about.
So basically he made assumptions about a person based on his idea of their disposition, and he turned out to be wrong, and now he walks slower and takes his time to make assumptions about people.
Yup, that's my take away from this song.
/The armory wall was bleeding The restless child was reading/
To me, this indicates that his mental defenses are broken and a calm has come over him, all the while barely keeping afloat during his 'swimming hour'.
The effects have taken their toll, and are 'all contributions to my attrition'. The last lines are powerful, being so full of emotion, and confirming that this struggle has left a long-lasting physical imprint on him.
Great song, and one of my favorites from the album.