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.
The strands in your eyes that color them wonderful
Stop me and steal my breath
Emeralds from mountains and thrust towards the sky
Never revealing their depth
And tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated, I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above
I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
And rain falls angry on the tin roof
As we lie awake in my bed
You're my survival, you're my living proof
My love is alive and not dead
And tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated, I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above
And I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
And I've dropped out, I burned up, I fought my way back from the dead
Tuned in, turned on, remembered the thing that you said
And, I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
The greatest fan of your life
Stop me and steal my breath
Emeralds from mountains and thrust towards the sky
Never revealing their depth
And tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated, I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above
I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
And rain falls angry on the tin roof
As we lie awake in my bed
You're my survival, you're my living proof
My love is alive and not dead
And tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated, I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above
And I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
And I've dropped out, I burned up, I fought my way back from the dead
Tuned in, turned on, remembered the thing that you said
And, I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
The greatest fan of your life
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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.
Mountain Song
Jane's Addiction
Jane's Addiction
Jane's Addiction vocalist Perry Farrell gives Adam Reader some heartfelt insight into Jane’s Addiction's hard rock manifesto "Mountain Song", which was the second single from their revolutionary album Nothing's Shocking. Mountain song was first recorded in 1986 and appeared on the soundtrack to the film Dudes starring Jon Cryer. The version on Nothing's Shocking was re-recorded in 1988.
"'Mountain Song' was actually about... I hate to say it but... drugs. Climbing this mountain and getting as high as you can, and then coming down that mountain," reveals Farrell. "What it feels to descend from the mountain top... not easy at all. The ascension is tough but exhilarating. Getting down is... it's a real bummer. Drugs is not for everybody obviously. For me, I wanted to experience the heights, and the lows come along with it."
"There's a part - 'Cash in now honey, cash in Miss Smith.' Miss Smith is my Mother; our last name was Smith. Cashing in when she cashed in her life. So... she decided that, to her... at that time, she was desperate. Life wasn't worth it for her, that was her opinion. Some people think, never take your life, and some people find that their life isn't worth living. She was in love with my Dad, and my Dad was not faithful to her, and it broke her heart. She was very desperate and she did something that I know she regrets."
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/
Plastic Bag
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
“Plastic Bag” is a song about searching for an escape from personal problems and hoping to find it in the lively atmosphere of a Saturday night party. Ed Sheeran tells the story of his friend and the myriad of troubles he is going through. Unable to find any solutions, this friend seeks a last resort in a party and the vanity that comes with it.
“I overthink and have trouble sleepin’ / All purpose gone and don’t have a reason / And there’s no doctor to stop this bleedin’ / So I left home and jumped in the deep end,” Ed Sheeran sings in verse one. He continues by adding that this person is feeling the weight of having disappointed his father and doesn’t have any friends to rely on in this difficult moment. In the second verse, Ed sings about the role of grief in his friend’s plight and his dwindling faith in prayer. “Saturday night is givin’ me a reason to rely on the strobe lights / The lifeline of a promise in a shot glass, and I’ll take that / If you’re givin’ out love from a plastic bag,” Ed sings on the chorus, as his friend turns to new vices in hopes of feeling better.
I like this song. It was our song.. the guy I first "loved" and I miss being with him. He moved to Texas so I don't see him anymore. So we broke up. Every time i hear this song I start to cry, and its weird cuze the first week he was gone I listened to this song 50 times a day. My friend had to take my cd away cuze it hurt me to listen to it.
"Rain falls angry on the tin roof, As we lie awake in my bed You're my survival, you're my living proof My love is alive and not dead" Crei que lo perdir hasta que llegastes tu en mi vida otra vez, Mija. bm&s
I love and hate this song. I love it because its just a beautiful song and I'd like to think I'd say "I'll Be" to a girl some day. I hate it because it always reminds me of my ex-girlfriend and thats just something I could do without right now. Too many painful memories go along witht that.
I have a super stupid question. What does this song mean if your ex sends it to you and it's been 10 years since you dated and you are both still friendly (chats and emails a few times a year) and you are both happily married with kids? This is a person I dated for years and he broke up with me, broke my heart and married someone else. (Eventually I realized my life would be miserable with him because we are completely different.)
hmmmm... i dont have an answer to that... but i dont find it a stupid question.
hmmmm... i dont have an answer to that... but i dont find it a stupid question.
ethelmae: it means that there is potential for revival of a love. it means there is potential for destruction of families. Both in one.
ethelmae: perhaps it means that he wants you to know that he will always be there for you no matter how little or how much you talk. he may be saying he loves you but as a sister or best friend. if he was trying to get you back he probably would have picked a different song, layla by eric clapton perhaps, or something like that.
Every time I hear this song, I flash back to about 8 months ago about. Me and my boyfriend, just 2 weeks into our relationship, were at his brother's house alone. We'd made love for the first time together the night before. He had this CD and put it in the stereo and sang it to me. It fit the moment and him with all he's been through before. Ahh...good memories....
ive read a lot of these comments and i had to make an account to specify the meaning of the song. Edwin himself said in an interview it was a song he had written for a past girlfriend whos dream was to make it big in the Hollywood industry, and broke up with him to try and do so. ie; note "ill be the greatest fan of your life", saying where ever she ends up he'll be her greatest fan. so yes this is a break up song.
I love this song so much. Its sunch a great song and it means so much to me. It reminds me of my girlfriend and how much i love her and that she means the world to me.
I love this song. Though it's a love song sang buy a guy (and I'm a chica) it reminds me of an old friend. We haven't spoken in years but everytime I hear this song it makes me wanna call him up.
ahh this song is awesome. the words are great, but i love the guy's voice so much. its one of those songs that when you hear it you get chills... those songs are the best. i guess thats how i know that i really like a song~
This is such a beautiful song... if you really listen to the words and know them by heart, you can sort of daydream to this song... like you're slow dancing, or walking, or cuddling, with the love of your life! It makes me feel just so... content :)
This is a VERY beautiful song. It has been my favorite song since the first day I heard it. Edwin makes beautiful music.