Lyrics
I wish I wouldn't disappear
I desire not to fade away or go unnoticed.
Just be present here
Expressing a wish to be fully present in the moment.
But I continue to paint
Despite the desire to be present, the speaker continues to create art.
I don't have the restraint
Admitting a lack of self-control or restraint.
To not dream about color scheme
Dreaming about the combination of colors.
What goes in between
Contemplating what exists between the dancing trees and the sky.
The dancing trees and the sky
Referencing elements of nature and its beauty.
It makes me wonder why
Expressing wonder about the beauty of nature.
The grass is always green
Reflecting on the idea that the grass is always greener elsewhere.
But the sky's not always blue
Noting that the sky is not always clear and perfect.
All the sunflowers beckon me
Mentioning sunflowers, possibly symbolizing beauty and admiration.
As I once enchanted you
Recalling a past enchantment with someone.
Why can't I be yellow too?
Expressing a desire to embody the color yellow.
I'm afraid I'm a shade of grey
Expressing fear of being a dull and fading presence.
That will fade away
Anticipating fading away, possibly in both mind and heart.
In my own head and your heart
Reflecting on one's thoughts and the emotions of another person.
So I can't help but start
Compelled to start something despite hesitation.
Picking up every brush I find
Actively engaging with artistic expression, picking up brushes.
Painting through my mind
Painting thoughts and emotions.
The vibrancy of our youth
Reflecting on the vibrancy of youth, possibly contrasting with reality.
Instead of facing the truth
Avoiding facing the truth or reality.
Maybe you asked for olive green
Suggesting a mismatch in expectations and what was given.
And all I gave was red
Describing a situation where the offered color does not match the request.
But this canvas in between
Highlighting a canvas that forgets and moves forward.
Forgets and cuts the threads
Emphasizing the ability to say hello despite past conflicts.
So I can say hello
Expressing a change in demeanor, not appearing mellow.
You won't see me as mellow
Claiming to be yellow in the speaker's mind.
Because I am yellow in my head
Blank line, possibly indicating a pause or reflection.
'Cause where the grass can be purple
Highlighting the possibility of unconventional beauty (purple grass).
I stop running in circles
Deciding to stop repeating patterns or behaviors.
You are there in the breeze right where I can see
Noting the presence of someone important and accessible.
And you wanna be yellow with me
Inviting someone to embrace the color yellow together.
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