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.
home
is this my home
been starting over
bathe in the water
time
time after time
i'm feeling so sorry
i run out of words to say
relieved
i'm so relieved
the table are turning
don't sacrifice this feeling
goals
there are no goals
there is no order
paid for in laughter
home
is this my home
been starting over
bathe in the water
is this my home
been starting over
bathe in the water
time
time after time
i'm feeling so sorry
i run out of words to say
relieved
i'm so relieved
the table are turning
don't sacrifice this feeling
goals
there are no goals
there is no order
paid for in laughter
home
is this my home
been starting over
bathe in the water
Lyrics submitted by antispacemonkey
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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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Yo La Tengo
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This song was originally written by a guy called Peter Gutteridge. He was one of the founders of the "Dunedin Sound" a musical scene in the south of New Zealand in the early 80s. From there it was covered by "The Clean" one of the early bands of that scene (he had originally been a member of in it's early days, writing a couple of their best early songs). The Dunedin sound, and the Clean became popular on american college radio in the mid to late 80s. I guess Yo La Tengo heard that version.
Great version of a great song,
Blue
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
“Blue” is a song about a love that is persisting in the discomfort of the person experiencing the emotion. Ed Sheeran reflects on love lost, and although he wishes his former partner find happiness, he cannot but admit his feelings are still very much there. He expresses the realization that he might never find another on this stringed instrumental by Aaron Dessner.
Punchline
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran sings about missing his former partner and learning important life lessons in the process on “Punchline.” This track tells a story of battling to get rid of emotions for a former lover, whom he now realized might not have loved him the same way. He’s now caught between accepting that fact and learning life lessons from it and going back to beg her for another chance.
I love being the first to comment on this song. The only reason I've heard this song is because it is now the opening music for the HBO series "Big Love", replacing "Wouldn't it be nice?"
I like this song very much and I think it is an excellent choice for "Big Love". The series portrays how difficult it can be for a polygamist family in Utah.
However, you don't have to be like the family in "Big Love" to experience some of the same difficulties. Examples might include blended families ("been starting over"), temptations ("don't sacrifice this feeling"), conflict on how the household should be run ("there is no order"), balancing work and home life ("is this my home"), a culture of blaming ("tables are turning"), and motivation ("there are no goals").
I would like to think that "bathe in the water" and "paid for in laughter" are positive messages in this song, although that is only one possible interpretation, of course.
"Bathe in the water" could mean how --when families are at our best-- we must metaphorically wash each other with forgiveness, and be able to forgive ourselves.
Once life has added some time and perspective, the growth (and sometimes the accompanying pain) are made easier by looking back and laughing at ourselves ("paid for in laughter").
Little correction -- the original theme was the Beach Boys song "God Only Knows," not "Wouldn't It Be Nice." But that's how I know this song, too, from Big Love. I like your interpretation, txnuke1201.