I Would Swim
Emotional Depths Unveiled: Backyard Games' Poetic Journey
Lyrics
I pour my guts out every single night
The singer expresses deep emotions, being open and honest every night.
And cough my lungs up in the morning
The physical toll of expressing emotions is highlighted, possibly through tears or intense feelings.
I'm trying to tell you the stories from my life
The singer aims to share personal life stories, avoiding being perceived as uninteresting.
I don't want you to think I'm boring
The singer wants to ensure they are not seen as dull or unengaging.
I know that you've got more money than you've got time
Recognition of the listener's wealth, suggesting a desire for equality in a relationship.
But I want me to buy tonight
The singer desires to take the initiative and pay for something, perhaps to assert independence.
I know I'm usually joking all the time
The singer usually uses humor but acknowledges a sincere moment, admiring the listener's appearance.
But you look pretty in this light
A compliment on the listener's appearance, possibly in a romantic setting.
I would swim better than I ever did
Expresses a hypothetical scenario of improved swimming skills tied to a romantic connection.
If I could hold you in my arms
The desire to embrace the listener, suggesting intimacy and emotional connection.
And I would swim better than I ever did
Reiteration of the improved swimming ability linked to a romantic context.
If I was saving your life
Hypothetical situation where the singer's swimming ability is tied to saving the listener's life.
That glass table behind the house
Description of a memorable location with bonfires and Christmas lights.
It shined with old bonfires and Christmas lights
The setting is portrayed as vibrant and nostalgic, filled with positive memories.
And all the alcohol and drugs we tried
Reference to past experiences with alcohol and drugs, suggesting a wild or reckless phase.
Will live forever in my mind
The impact of past experiences on the singer's memory is emphasized.
And I regret what I said to you that night
Regret expressed for something said during a specific night, possibly fueled by alcohol.
Well, I was drunk and you were right
Admission of being intoxicated and acknowledgment of the listener being correct.
Drinking whiskey and staying up all night
Description of a night spent drinking whiskey and staying awake to prevent a friend's potential harm.
To make sure my friend doesn't die
The singer prioritizes the well-being of a friend in a challenging situation.
I would swim better than I ever did
Repetition of the desire to swim better, connecting it to holding the listener in their arms.
If I could hold you in my arms
Reiteration of the desire to hold the listener, implying a strong emotional bond.
And I would swim better than I ever did
Repetition of the idea of improved swimming ability linked to saving the listener.
If I was saving your life
Reiteration of the hypothetical scenario where swimming is tied to saving the listener's life.
I would swim, I would swim
Expresses a repeated commitment to swimming, emphasizing dedication and sincerity.
I would swim better than I ever did
Repetition of the desire to swim better, tied to holding the listener in their arms.
If I could hold you in my arms
Reiteration of the wish to hold the listener, underscoring emotional connection.
And I would swim better than I ever did
Repetition of the theme of improved swimming ability linked to saving the listener.
If I was saving your life
Reiteration of the hypothetical scenario where swimming is associated with saving the listener's life.
I would swim, I would swim
Final repetition of the commitment to swim, emphasizing a persistent dedication to the relationship.
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