One and One
Love's Arithmetic: Navigating Division and Dreams in 'One and One'
Lyrics
One and one is one I hear
Expresses the belief that unity can be achieved.
But it breaks my heart to come so near
Feeling disheartened as unity seems close but unattainable due to obstacles.
And find division standing in our way
Obstacles or divisions obstruct the path towards unity.
As London burns I lie awake
Amid chaos and trouble (symbolized by London burning), experiencing sleeplessness.
And wrestle with this passive state
Struggling with a passive stance or inaction in the face of challenges.
But a broken heart is useless in these days
Realization that a broken heart is of no use in the current circumstances.
When I close my eyes to trouble
Finding solace by envisioning the partner when troubled.
Baby I see you
Visualizing the partner in times of distress.
And now I have the need to double
Feeling the urge to amplify efforts and actions for the partner.
Everything I do
An intensified commitment to actions related to the partner.
So I close my eyes and make a wish
Wishing fervently, hoping for a better future.
Yeah, dream a dream for me
Requesting the partner to dream of a future where unity and freedom prevail.
That one and one will someday be free
Hoping for a future where unity and freedom are achieved.
Oh boy I know
Acknowledging understanding or knowledge of a significant blow or hardship.
The crucial blow
The constant hardships faced daily.
They deal us every day
Personal acknowledgment of experiencing the hardship.
I feel it too
Sharing the emotional burden felt by both parties.
But need for you
The necessity of the partner's presence to alleviate sadness.
To chase your blues away
Desire for the partner to help dispel sadness.
But if my heart
Contemplation of personal emotional vulnerability.
Should come apart
If personal emotions become overwhelming.
My love should turn inside
Even if love turns inward due to personal struggles.
I'll understand
Acceptance and understanding of the partner's human nature.
You're just a man
Commitment to stand by the partner despite imperfections.
I'll still be on your side
Promising continued support for the partner.
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