Lyrics
Tell me why my rose has thorns of gold
The speaker questions why their metaphorical "rose" has thorns made of gold, symbolizing beauty with underlying difficulties.
Pleasing to the eye but not to hold
Although visually pleasing, the rose is not something the speaker can physically embrace or hold due to its thorns.
Why is it that I can not let go
The speaker wonders why they cannot detach themselves from the situation or relationship represented by the rose.
Bleeding but I swear I'm in control
Despite the pain (bleeding), the speaker asserts that they are in control of the situation, possibly emotionally or mentally.
So
Introduces a transitional element or change in the speaker's thoughts or emotions.
Play your role
Encourages someone to play their assigned role, suggesting a desire for cooperation or understanding.
Tell me are we crazy
The speaker questions the sanity of the situation or relationship.
Let me make this easy
Expresses a desire for clarity or simplicity in the situation.
Tell me why the rain brings me peace
The speaker questions why rain, typically associated with gloom, brings them peace.
Pouring down so I can finally sleep
Rain is welcomed as it allows the speaker to find solace and finally sleep.
Slipping in and out or so it seems
Describes a state of fluctuation between consciousness and unconsciousness, possibly reflecting inner turmoil.
I prefer to dream than reality
The speaker expresses a preference for the escape provided by dreams over the challenges of reality.
So
Similar to line 5, indicates a shift or transition in the speaker's thoughts or emotions.
Set me free
Requests liberation or release from the perceived constraints or difficulties.
Tell me are we crazy
Reiterates the earlier question about the sanity of the situation or relationship.
Let me make this easy
Reiterates the desire for simplicity and clarity in the situation.
Tell me are we crazy
Restates the question regarding the sanity of the situation or relationship.
Let me make this easy
Reiterates the desire for simplicity and clarity.
Come and go
Suggests a cycle of coming and going, possibly reflecting the transient nature of relationships.
Start with me
Encourages starting anew, possibly signaling a fresh perspective or approach.
Tell me are we crazy
Repeats the question about the sanity of the situation or relationship.
Let me make this easy
Reiterates the desire for simplicity and clarity.
Tell me are we crazy
Repeats the question about the sanity of the situation or relationship.
Let me make this easy
Reiterates the desire for simplicity and clarity.
Tell me
A direct plea for an answer or insight into the perceived madness of the situation.
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