The Tide Is High Lyrics

Lyric discussion by kcat246 

Cover art for The Tide Is High lyrics by Blondie

I think this song is about how timing is important in how a relationship develops. The tide is high, meaning there are obstacles and it is rough right now, but she's hanging on and not going any where. Her love interest has other things in his life that are taking priorities over her and it hurts her. But she is going to fight for what she wants.