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”
Her lips and her dress, they're both ruby red
She tinks that's how you hide the pain you feel inside
And she comes out every night to soak up the neon light
Her perfume fill the air, people stop and stare, but...
Blue Rose is looking for the moon in someone's eyes
Blue Rose is willing to believe someone's lies
Now Blue Rose's petals have been crushed along the way
Oh, Blue Rose is just growing bluer everyday
One more drink, one more dance, you might be her only chance
She needs someone to hold when the night is growing old
And if you don't mind the thorns, she'll take you in and keep you warm,
Lying in the dark in a bed of broken hearts, 'cause...
Blue Rose is looking for the moon in someone's eyes
Blue Rose is willing to believe someone's lies
Now Blue Rose's petals have been crushed along the way
Oh, Blue Rose is just growing bluer everyday
She tinks that's how you hide the pain you feel inside
And she comes out every night to soak up the neon light
Her perfume fill the air, people stop and stare, but...
Blue Rose is looking for the moon in someone's eyes
Blue Rose is willing to believe someone's lies
Now Blue Rose's petals have been crushed along the way
Oh, Blue Rose is just growing bluer everyday
One more drink, one more dance, you might be her only chance
She needs someone to hold when the night is growing old
And if you don't mind the thorns, she'll take you in and keep you warm,
Lying in the dark in a bed of broken hearts, 'cause...
Blue Rose is looking for the moon in someone's eyes
Blue Rose is willing to believe someone's lies
Now Blue Rose's petals have been crushed along the way
Oh, Blue Rose is just growing bluer everyday
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