Before
Embracing Vulnerability: James Blake's Before Unveils the Depths of Connection
Lyrics
I don't have to read into this
I don't have to analyze or overthink this
I don't have to lean into the kiss
I don't have to be hesitant about the kiss
You move me naturally
You affect me in a natural and genuine way
(Bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce)
(Repetition or emphasis through rhythmic expression)
You move me naturally
Reiteration of the impact being natural
You move me naturally
Repetition for emphasis
(Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday straight to the floor)
Days of the week leading to a carefree dance floor experience
Ooh, ooh, ooh
Expressing pleasure or excitement, possibly through vocalizations
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh
-I must be in pain 'cause I (bounce, bounce, bounce)
Physical movement (bounce) as a response to emotional pain
(Must be in pain 'cause I)
-I must be in pain 'cause I've never needed anyone before
Admitting to pain and the newfound need for someone
Well nothing's in vain 'cause I (ooh)
Nothing is in vain, indicating a positive outcome
Well nothing's in vain 'cause I
-Well nothing's in vain 'cause I've never had it as good before
-Before
Repetition of "Before," possibly referencing a past state
Before (ooh)
-(Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, straight to the floor)
Reiteration of the days leading to a dance floor experience
(Bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce)
(Repetition or emphasis through rhythmic expression)
I don't have to keep receipts any more
No need to keep proof, suggesting trust and intimacy
And I don't have to stand by the door
No need to wait by the door, indicating security
'Cause you're my family
Expressing a close emotional connection, considering someone as family
You move me naturally
Reiteration of being moved naturally
I don't
Interruption or unfinished thought
(Bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce)
(Repetition or emphasis through rhythmic expression)
Ooh, ooh, ooh
Expressing pleasure or excitement, possibly through vocalizations
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh
-I must be in pain 'cause I (bounce, bounce, bounce)
Physical movement (bounce) as a response to emotional pain
(I must be in pain 'cause I)
-I must be in pain 'cause I've never needed anyone before
Admitting to pain and the newfound need for someone
Well nothing's in vain 'cause I
Nothing is in vain, indicating a positive outcome
Well nothing's in vain 'cause I
-Well nothing's in vain 'cause I've never had it as good before
-Before
Repetition of "Before," possibly referencing a past state
Before
-Before (ooh)
-(Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, straight to the floor)
Reiteration of the days leading to a dance floor experience
Before
Repetition of "Before," possibly emphasizing a transformative experience
Before
-Before
-Before
-(Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, straight to the floor)
Reiteration of the days leading to a dance floor experience
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