Always Midnight
Eternal Midnight Reflections: Pat Monahan's Tale of Love and Loss
Lyrics
Seems like it's always midnight
The feeling of constant darkness or emotional heaviness is prevalent.
Sweepin' up broken glass after every fight
Cleaning up the aftermath of conflicts, suggesting a tumultuous relationship.
But the sound of a train that I could have been on
Reflecting on missed opportunities, symbolized by a train that has departed.
Remindin' me that the last one's gone
The reminder of past losses, emphasizing the absence of a significant person.
With you it's always midnight
Continuing the theme of perpetual emotional darkness when together.
Are you blind?
Raising questions about the other person's awareness or understanding.
Can't you see me standin' here waitin' in line for you?
Expressing a sense of waiting and longing for the other person.
Are you mine?
Possibly questioning the depth of commitment and ownership in the relationship.
Not just when you wanna be over the top, are you?
Asking for consistency and authenticity in the other person's emotions.
Are you blind?
Reiterating the theme of the other person's apparent blindness or ignorance.
Don't you see me standin' here, won't you tell me what it is
A plea for communication and understanding of the situation.
I'm waiting to find?
Expressing a desire for clarity and answers in the waiting process.
You're right, I must be crazy
Acknowledging a sense of irrationality or confusion in the relationship.
You're out gettin' high, I'm here pretendin' I'm in love
Highlighting a contrast in behaviors, one seeking love while the other indulges in highs.
The sound of your heart, my head on your chest
Recalling moments of intimacy, perhaps now replaced by emotional distance.
Dropped your hands to your sides and gave up
Describing a moment of surrender or giving up on the relationship.
I'd rather be crazy than right tonight
Choosing emotional intensity over rationality in the current circumstance.
Are you blind?
Repeating the inquiry about the other person's perception or awareness.
Can't you see me standin' here waitin' in line for you?
Re-emphasizing the act of waiting for the other person.
Are you mine?
Questioning the depth and constancy of the connection.
Not just when you wanna be over the top, are you?
Desiring a commitment that goes beyond occasional intensity.
Are you blind?
Repeating the theme of the other person's potential lack of perception.
Don't you see me standin' here, won't you tell me what it is
Requesting the other person to acknowledge and explain the situation.
I'm waiting to find?
Expressing a continued need for understanding and resolution.
A way to get back to you, a way to get outta here
Searching for a way to reconnect and escape the current emotional state.
I don't wanna be alone at midnight anymore
Expressing a desire to avoid loneliness at midnight.
How do I get away? Wanna see you in the daylight
Expressing a wish to experience the relationship in the light of day.
I don't wanna be afraid of midnight anymore
Wanting to overcome the fear associated with the darkness or uncertainties of midnight.
But the sound of a train that I should have been on
Reiterating the idea of missed opportunities, possibly a recurring theme.
Remindin' me that the last one's gone
Reminding of past losses, reinforcing the sense of absence.
With you it's always midnight
Repeating the notion that with the person, it's always a metaphorical midnight.
Are you blind?
Asking again about the other person's awareness and perception.
Can't you see me standin' here, waitin' in line for you?
Re-emphasizing the act of waiting for the other person.
Are you mine?
Prompting a reflection on the depth and constancy of the connection.
Not just when you wanna be over the top, are you?
Seeking a commitment that transcends occasional intensity.
Are you blind?
Reiterating the theme of the other person's potential lack of perception.
Don't you see me standin' here, won't you tell me what it is
Requesting the other person to acknowledge and explain the situation.
I'm waiting to find?
Expressing a continued need for understanding and resolution.
With you it's always midnight
Reiterating the idea that with the person, it's always a metaphorical midnight.
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