December Air
Wistful Reflections in December Air
Lyrics
December air
Reflecting on the atmosphere of December.
Always gets stuck in my hair
Describing how the cold air tends to cling to the speaker's hair.
And on my nose
Noting the presence of December air on the speaker's nose.
And in my clothes
Expressing how the cold air permeates the speaker's clothes.
Hands in pockets
Describing a posture with hands in pockets while walking.
On the side walking
Portraying the act of walking on the side of the street.
Down the street
Referencing a scene of walking down the street.
Fumbling with the cords
Indicating fumbling with cords, possibly symbolic of communication difficulties.
That kept you from having to listen to me
Implying that the cords prevented attentive listening.
You just wish it was warm
Expressing a desire for warmth in the cold December air.
You just wish it was warm
Reiterating the wish for warmth, emphasizing the longing.
You just wish it was warm
Emphasizing the persistent desire for warmth and companionship.
And you were with me
Connecting warmth with the desire for companionship.
The fireplace
Comparing the fireplace to a comforting grace.
Is like a grace
Highlighting the positive aspect of the fireplace until it diminishes.
Till it turns to coals
Describing the transition of the fireplace to coals, symbolizing fading warmth.
And the air grows cold
Portraying the chilling effect as the air gets cold.
And it's getting old
Suggesting weariness with the prolonged cold and discomfort.
You can't escape, run, hide—only wait
Conveying a sense of being trapped and having to endure until winter passes.
Until the winter's over
Encouraging patience until the winter season concludes.
You just wish it was warm
Reiterating the wish for warmth in the face of the cold.
You just wish it was warm
Emphasizing the persistent longing for warmth and comfort.
You just wish it was warm
Continuing the expression of the desire for warmth and companionship.
You just wish it was warm
Repeating the theme of longing for warmth and closeness.
But it can't be what it is not
Acknowledging the limitations of changing reality.
And it is not time for you to be
Suggesting that it is not the right time for the desired connection.
With me
Expressing the unfulfilled desire for companionship.
There's a season for everything
Introducing the idea of seasons, indicating a natural order and timing.
And you'll be with me
Concluding with the assurance that the desired connection will occur in its appropriate season.
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