Lyrics
My beds are always empty
Expresses a sense of loneliness or emotional emptiness in the speaker's life, particularly in the context of relationships.
If you don't count the ghosts
Suggests that there are lingering memories or remnants of past relationships ("ghosts") despite the apparent emptiness.
'Cause I have those a plenty
Implies that the speaker has experienced many failed or haunting relationships, possibly leaving emotional scars.
And its name is rose
Introduces the concept of "Rose" as a symbolic representation of a significant person or the collective memories of past relationships.
Its name is rose
Reiterates and emphasizes the importance or impact of the symbolic figure "Rose."
So dear Rose, is home
Addresses "Rose" directly and suggests that this symbolic entity is considered a form of home or comfort.
The scent of skin
Associates the concept of home with sensory experiences, specifically the scent of skin, creating a vivid and personal connection.
Or is home somewhere
Raises the question of whether home is a physical place or a state of being, exploring the speaker's uncertainty about where they truly belong.
I've been
Suggests that the speaker is searching for a sense of home by reflecting on their past experiences and locations.
So I can trace back my tracks
Expresses the speaker's ability to revisit and analyze their past actions or experiences.
I can trace back my tracks
Reiterates the speaker's capacity to trace back and understand their own history or journey.
Relax in me, in me
Invites "Rose" to find relaxation or solace within the speaker, possibly seeking comfort and connection.
Should I be wanting it back
Ponders whether the speaker should desire the return of something ("it") from the past.
I can trace back my tracks
Reiterates the speaker's ability to trace back their own experiences or actions, reinforcing self-reflection.
I can trace back
Emphasizes the speaker's capability to understand and analyze their past, possibly for personal growth or understanding.
I need some of that
Expresses a desire or need for something unspecified, possibly related to the speaker's search for meaning or fulfillment.
Wander where my blood
Reflects on the speaker's curiosity about their own origins or family history, symbolized by the mention of blood.
Dark red some veins
Describes the physical characteristics of the speaker's blood, using dark red and veins as imagery.
Enough said
Suggests that enough has been conveyed or experienced, possibly indicating a sense of closure or completeness.
Not said
Highlights the significance of things left unsaid, adding a layer of mystery or unresolved emotions to the narrative.
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