I got a couple of words to say
For all strong and silent types
Who don't talk to the girls they wanna love
Though it means their lives
I say this, ""It's time to get stark""
Yet the words don't come
Your eyes are blue as the coals that burn
In your black desire
I'll talk for you
Under the balcony in blue
I'll talk for you, I'll talk for you
For Cyrano de Bergers' Back
I'll have sympathetic years
To hear what your Roxanne will say
Though I love her 20 times more
I never say
I should be the erosion
Of color on your cheek
Instead I make your man a girl
In between your sheets
I'll talk for you
Ten hearts are beating true
This ain't a lie, this ain't behind
Cyrano de Berger's Back
I got a couple of words to say
For all you strong and silent types
Who don't talk to the girls they wanna love
Though it means their life
I should be the erosion
Of color on your cheek
Instead I'll make your man a girl
In between your sheets
I've got ten arms for you
Ten hearts are beating true
This ain't a lie


Lyrics submitted by jakeyifosho, edited by lewiss1990

Cyrano De Berger's Back Lyrics as written by John Doe Christine Cervenka

Lyrics © Reservoir Media Management, Inc.

Lyrics powered by LyricFind

Cyrano de Berger's Back song meanings
Add Your Thoughts

4 Comments

sort form View by:
  • 0
    General Comment

    I'm pretty sure that its "I should be the rouge of color on your cheek," and "Instead I'll make your man look good," but I could be mistaken on the latter.

    jigsawyouth666on May 13, 2008   Link
  • 0
    General Comment

    you havehave to watch or have read Cyrano De Bergerac to understand.but the gist of it is that cyrano loved his cousin who was roxanne and roxanne loved a man named christian and he(christian) loved her too. and so cyrano decided to help christian win her over which was successfully done and he ended up dying with out ever telling her that he loved her or even cared.

    Lovetoyouon July 18, 2008   Link
  • 0
    General Comment

    you havehave to watch or have read Cyrano De Bergerac to understand.but the gist of it is that cyrano loved his cousin who was roxanne and roxanne loved a man named christian and he(christian) loved her too. and so cyrano decided to help christian win her over which was successfully done and he ended up dying with out ever telling her that he loved her or even cared.

    Lovetoyouon July 18, 2008   Link
  • 0
    General Comment

    It's definitely "I should be the rouge of colour in your cheek" and "Instead I'll make your man look good"

    themountainman14on April 01, 2009   Link

Add your thoughts

Log in now to tell us what you think this song means.

Don’t have an account? Create an account with SongMeanings to post comments, submit lyrics, and more. It’s super easy, we promise!

More Featured Meanings

Album art
Son Şansın - Şarkı Sözleri
Hayalperest
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.
Album art
Cajun Girl
Little Feat
Overall about difficult moments of disappointment and vulnerability. Having hope and longing, while remaining optimistic for the future. Encourages the belief that with each new morning there is a chance for things to improve. The chorus offers a glimmer of optimism and a chance at a resolution and redemption in the future. Captures the rollercoaster of emotions of feeling lost while loving someone who is not there for you, feeling let down and abandoned while waiting for a lover. Lost with no direction, "Now I'm up in the air with the rain in my hair, Nowhere to go, I can go anywhere" The bridge shows signs of longing and a plea for companionship. The Lyrics express a desire for authentic connection and the importance of Loving someone just as they are. "Just in passing, I'm not asking. That you be anyone but you”
Album art
When We Were Young
Blink-182
This is a sequel to 2001's "Reckless Abandon", and features the band looking back on their clumsy youth fondly.
Album art
Head > Heels
Ed Sheeran
“Head > Heels” is a track that aims to capture what it feels like to experience romance that exceeds expectations. Ed Sheeran dedicates his album outro to a lover who has blessed him with a unique experience that he seeks to describe through the song’s nuanced lyrics.
Album art
Midnight
Ed Sheeran
“Midnight” is a song about finding a love that is so true that it provides a calming feeling through every storm. Ed Sheeran reflects on his good fortunes in landing someone with such peace and support and speaks of not fearing the dark days because he knows they’ll all end in the safety nets of her arms. “Well, good morning there / What a way to start the day / With everything laid bare,” Ed Sheeran sings in the first verse, enthusiastic to be waking up beside his woman. He apologizes for missing her calls in the second verse and promises to return them because for him, speaking to her is the most important thing. “Well, I get lost inside my head / In this chaos, you’re my calm / And I will find my feet again / ‘Cause еven the worst days of my life will always еnd / At midnight in your arms,” sings Ed Sheeran in the chorus, revelling in his good luck.