Golden Lights
December Memories: Love, Regret, and Golden Lights
Lyrics
Um, dois, três, quatro
Counting off in Portuguese, setting the scene or rhythm
Do you bring her breakfast in bed every morning?
Questioning if the person treats their current partner the same way
Is it with her now that you are being charming?
Asking if the charming behavior is directed towards the current partner
When you leave while she's still sleeping,
When leaving before she wakes up
Do you write her a cute ticket
Wondering if they leave a sweet note for their partner
with the message that she'll read and feel in love?
The note creates a feeling of love when read by her
Cause December is coming
Noting the arrival of December, a time for memories
And it's bringing back the memories
Recalling past memories associated with golden lights and Christmas trees
The golden lights and Christmas trees
Reflecting on past experiences shared during this time of year
But you're living them with her this year
Observing that the partner is sharing these moments with someone else this year
Does she make you laugh when you are feeling nervous?
Questioning if the new partner brings joy during anxious moments
Does she read your mind without you even noticing?
Wondering if the new partner understands without explicit communication
When she doesn't have a jacket, do you give her your own sweater?
Asking if the person cares for the new partner in difficult situations
Cause you used to love how you clothes looked on me
Referencing how the person used to admire their clothing on the speaker
Cause December is coming
Reiterating the approach of December and the associated memories
And it's bringing back the memories
Recalling the nostalgic feelings of golden lights and Christmas trees
The golden lights and Christmas trees
Reflecting on past experiences during this time of year
But you're living them with her this year
Noting that these moments are now being experienced with someone else
I saw you started walking
Observing the other person moving forward in life
And I wanted you to stop but
Expressing a desire for the person to halt their actions
Instead I went and showed you the way
Admitting to showing the person a direction while they were leaving
With your foot already out the door
Realizing the other person's intention to leave
I realized it was all my fault
Recognizing responsibility but feeling too proud to admit fault
But I'm way to proud to tell you I was wrong
Being too proud to apologize or acknowledge the mistake
Whenever I go out now
Personal change in behavior, not carrying protection against the cold
I never bring a jacket
Choosing not to bring a jacket when going out
So there's a chance you'll see me
Expressing the hope of encountering the person to receive their warmth
And give me your sweater...
Desiring to receive the partner's care and comfort
And give me your sweater
Repeating the desire to receive the partner's warmth
Do you bring her breakfast in bed every morning?
Repeating the question regarding morning routines with the current partner
Is it with her now that you are being charming?
Asking if the current charming behavior is directed towards the current partner
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