Golden Bells
Echoes of Longing: Golden Bells' Melodic Tale
Lyrics
Only half as much of me is you
Expressing that only a part of the speaker is connected or committed to the other person.
Only half as much of me is you
Reiterating the idea that the speaker is only partially invested in the relationship.
I should probably run away from it
Contemplating the idea of distancing oneself from the relationship or situation.
It's not my style to under commit
Stating that the speaker is not inclined to be insufficiently committed; prefers a more wholehearted approach.
Only cause I'm lonely we will see
Suggesting that the speaker may consider the relationship only due to loneliness.
Only cause I'm lonely we will see
Repeating the notion that the relationship is influenced by the speaker's loneliness.
Light the way to the olive tree
Metaphorically describing a path to a peaceful place, perhaps symbolizing resolution or clarity.
Hand in hand my mind and me
Indicating unity between the speaker's mind and self, possibly emphasizing self-reflection.
Golden bells are ringing merrily
Introducing an image of joy and celebration with "Golden bells" ringing.
But do you care for me
Presenting doubt about the other person's feelings, questioning if they care for the speaker.
All these days have they been just a dream
Raising uncertainty about the reality of the experiences shared in the relationship.
Or do you care for me
Repeating the inquiry about the other person's care or affection.
Only half as much of me is here
Highlighting the speaker's partial presence or emotional investment in the relationship.
Only half as much of me is here
Reiterating the theme of incomplete commitment or connection.
I've never seen fire, but I've seen rain
Reference to not having experienced certain intense emotions or situations, like fire.
A soggy lookin pilgrim to bear your pain
Depicting the speaker as a pilgrim carrying emotional burdens for the other person.
If only I could see beyond the day
Expressing a desire to foresee the future or gain clarity about what lies ahead.
If only I could see beyond the day
Repeating the wish for a clearer perspective beyond the current circumstances.
I would tell you to run away
If clarity were possible, the speaker would advise the other person to distance themselves.
I would tell you to run away
Reiterating the hypothetical suggestion to the other person to run away for their well-being.
Golden bells are ringing merrily
Recalling the imagery of joy and celebration with "Golden bells" ringing.
But do you care for me
Reiterating the doubt about the other person's care or concern for the speaker.
All these days have they been just a dream
Persisting uncertainty about the reality of shared experiences in the relationship.
Or do you care for me
Repeating the inquiry into the other person's feelings, questioning if they truly care.
All these days
A standalone expression possibly emphasizing a passage of time or reflection on past days.
Without out shame
Suggesting a period without guilt or regret, possibly reflecting on a phase devoid of negative emotions.
Do you care for me
Reiterating the central question of whether the other person cares for the speaker.
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