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.
Well I thought I'd seen it all
From beginning to the end
Yeah I was the great pretender
Always alone again
Well a light came shining in
When you took my breath away
Now I know I've waited all my life
To do what I feel today
So tell me I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
'cause I can't hold back these tears I cry
And you never looked more beautiful tonight
(Oh whoa)
So if I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
Don't wake me up I'm so alive
Wish you could see what I see
Through these eyes of mine
Now we're standing face to face
I can hear the words we're saying
This is now and will be forever
In this moment we could stay
So tell me I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
'cause I can't hold back these tears I cry
And you never looked more beautiful tonight
(Oh whoa)
So if I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
Don't wake me up I'm so alive
Wish you could see what I see
Through these eyes of mine
Whoa whoa oh
So don't wake me up
Don't let me down
My heart beats for love
And love lifts me higher
Right into the clouds
I'm flying so high
With tears in my eyes
And I have never, ever felt this alive
So tell me I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
'cause I can't hold back these tears I cry
And you never looked more beautiful tonight
(Oh whoa)
So if I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
Don't wake me up I'm so alive
Wish you could see what I see
Through these eyes of mine
So don't wake me up
Don't let me down
My heart beats for love
And love lifts me higher
Right into the clouds
I'm flying so high
With tears in my eyes
And I have never, ever felt so alive
From beginning to the end
Yeah I was the great pretender
Always alone again
Well a light came shining in
When you took my breath away
Now I know I've waited all my life
To do what I feel today
So tell me I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
'cause I can't hold back these tears I cry
And you never looked more beautiful tonight
(Oh whoa)
So if I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
Don't wake me up I'm so alive
Wish you could see what I see
Through these eyes of mine
Now we're standing face to face
I can hear the words we're saying
This is now and will be forever
In this moment we could stay
So tell me I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
'cause I can't hold back these tears I cry
And you never looked more beautiful tonight
(Oh whoa)
So if I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
Don't wake me up I'm so alive
Wish you could see what I see
Through these eyes of mine
Whoa whoa oh
So don't wake me up
Don't let me down
My heart beats for love
And love lifts me higher
Right into the clouds
I'm flying so high
With tears in my eyes
And I have never, ever felt this alive
So tell me I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
'cause I can't hold back these tears I cry
And you never looked more beautiful tonight
(Oh whoa)
So if I'm dreaming
(Oh whoa)
Don't wake me up I'm so alive
Wish you could see what I see
Through these eyes of mine
So don't wake me up
Don't let me down
My heart beats for love
And love lifts me higher
Right into the clouds
I'm flying so high
With tears in my eyes
And I have never, ever felt so alive
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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.
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Ed Sheeran
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Page
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
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