Drifting Thing
Navigating the Drift: Polar Bear Club's Captivating Journey
Lyrics
Forgive me my ties, connections and loose ends
Expressing a desire for forgiveness for past connections, relationships, and unresolved matters.
This is for the eyes buried in my neck
Referring to someone close with a metaphorical description of eyes buried in the neck, suggesting intimacy or closeness.
With a promise of the future, of the uncertain I play it so sure
Confidently navigating the uncertain future with a promise, possibly hinting at a self-assured attitude.
Our drifting thing will someday land
Anticipating a resolution or stability in the relationship, metaphorically described as a "drifting thing" that will eventually find its place.
And I could take you home
Expressing a willingness to take the other person home, suggesting a desire for a deeper connection or commitment.
The lights would twitch and blow
Describing a scenario where lights flicker and blow, possibly symbolizing uncertainty or instability in the relationship.
And you could finally see
Highlighting the opportunity for the other person to see the true essence of the relationship.
The "us" that we're supposed to be
Desiring to embody the ideal "us" that is expected or intended in the relationship.
When you picture me away, It's Alfie Elkins '66
When the person envisions the speaker being away, referencing a specific year (Alfie Elkins '66) as a time marker.
But you didn't see my face when all the kids dancing
Contrasting the previous image, the speaker reflects on a moment when a lively event brought down a place, suggesting a hidden side.
brought down that place
Acknowledging a specific emotional response (Alvy Singer) to the energetic atmosphere created by dancing kids.
I was more Alvy Singer
Identifying with a character (Alvy Singer) known for introspection and complexity.
Each time you put me on the train
Expressing a sense of uncertainty or diminishing confidence each time the speaker is put on a train.
I'm less and less sure you'll do it again
Suggesting doubt about the likelihood of being put on the train again in the future.
Don't do it again
An emphatic plea not to repeat the action of putting the speaker on the train.
'Cuz we could raise our flag
Imagining the possibility of raising a flag, symbolizing unity or a fresh start in the relationship.
First hem the tattered edge
Metaphorically mending and addressing past issues in the relationship.
Close our eyes and be
Envisioning a moment of shared intimacy by closing eyes and being in love at the age of seventeen.
In love at seventeen
Repeating the desire to close eyes and experience love at a young age, emphasizing the romantic ideal.
(Close) Close our eyes and be
Reiterating the theme of closing eyes and being in love at seventeen.
(Close) Close our eyes and be
Continuing the emphasis on closing eyes and experiencing love at a specific age.
(Close) Close our eyes and be in love at seventeen
Final repetition, reinforcing the desire to close eyes and be in love at the age of seventeen.
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