Perfect Perfume
Scented Memories: A Poetic Journey of Love and Rebellion
Lyrics
when i was i child i smelled flowers because i like how they smell
As a child, the speaker enjoyed the fragrance of flowers due to their pleasant scent.
but now i need only scent of your body
The speaker now finds fulfillment in the scent of their lover's body, considering it the only thing they truly understand and desire.
the only thing i know so well
The scent of the lover's body is a familiar and intimate aspect that holds significant importance for the speaker.
and when i go home on the last bus
While returning home on the last bus, the speaker reflects on moments when their iPod is out of battery, leading to boredom.
when my ipod dies and i get bored
During moments of idleness on public transport, the speaker observes expressionless faces and experiences frustration.
i look at the blank faces and get mad
The scent of the lover serves as a reminder of past experiences and emotions, contrasting with the indifference of others.
your smell reminds me of the things that we had
The speaker acknowledges the disapproval of classmates but is unbothered, paralleling their attitude with that of their lover.
you know my classmates don't like me
Classmates express dislike towards the speaker, labeling them as strange, yet the speaker remains indifferent to such opinions.
they always say that i'm weird as fuck
The speaker emphasizes their nonchalant attitude towards the negative perceptions of others, echoing the attitude of the lover.
i've never cared at all just like you
Similar to the lover, the speaker has never cared about societal judgments or opinions.
they will never know how much i like you
The depth of the speaker's feelings for the lover is hidden from their classmates, preserving the intimacy of the connection.
and when we go out everyone is looking at us
When the couple goes out, they attract attention and scrutiny, resembling the attention received by movie stars.
cuz we are looking like movie stars
Despite societal judgments, the speaker believes in the unique and special nature of their relationship with the lover.
no matter what they say i know how special you are
The speaker remains confident in the lover's uniqueness, dismissing any negative comments from others.
and when i was a child
A repetition of the earlier mention of the speaker's childhood association with the scent of flowers.
i smelled flowers because i liked how they smell
Reiteration of the childhood enjoyment of the fragrance of flowers, emphasizing the change in preferences over time.
but now i don't need it
The speaker declares a lack of need for the scent of flowers, signifying a shift in desires and priorities.
i will never need it again
The speaker affirms that the preference for the lover's scent is permanent, indicating they will never need the fragrance of flowers again.
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