Lyrics
I notice you
The speaker acknowledges the presence of someone.
When did they all go
The speaker wonders about the absence of others.
I sold my house
The speaker metaphorically expresses a significant change by mentioning selling their house.
Stay when the tide goes
Encouraging someone to stay during difficult times, symbolized by the tide going out.
It's ok
A reassurance or attempt to comfort someone in a situation.
I notice how you talk to me
The speaker notices how they are being communicated with by another person.
Notice my flaws
The speaker is aware of their own imperfections or shortcomings.
Tell me how things used to be
Requesting information or reminiscing about past experiences.
It's all stained
Describing a situation that feels permanently marked or tarnished.
I need to wipe my face clean
Expressing a desire or need to start fresh or to cleanse oneself emotionally.
You know some things used to be done differently
Recognizing that things were done differently in the past.
I'm getting older
Acknowledging the passage of time and the aging process.
You say it's fine though
Receiving reassurance from someone about the aging process.
Am I playing my cards right
Questioning one's decisions or actions, seeking validation or guidance.
Me and the devil
Mentioning a symbolic or metaphorical association with the devil, possibly indicating inner struggles.
It's ok
A repeated reassurance or attempt to comfort someone.
I notice how you talk to me
Similar to line 7, noticing how communication is directed towards the speaker.
You know some things used to be done differently
A repetition emphasizing the recognition of changes in past behaviors or situations.
Notice my flaws
Reiterating awareness of personal imperfections or flaws.
Tell me how things used to be
A repeated request for information or reminiscing about past experiences.
It's all stained
Repeating the description of a situation that feels permanently marked or tarnished.
I need to wipe my face clean
Reiterating the desire or need to start fresh or to emotionally cleanse oneself.
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