The One I Love

R.E.M.'s Melodic Reflection: Love, Loss, and the Flames Within
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Lyrics

This one goes out to the one I love

This song is dedicated to the person I love.

This one goes out to the one I've left behind

It is also for the person I've parted ways with.

A simple prop to occupy my time

Describing a simple distraction used to pass the time.

This one goes out to the one I love

Reiterating that this song is for the one I love.


Fire

Repetition of the word "Fire," suggesting intensity or passion.

Fire

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This one goes out to the one I love

Again, emphasizing that this is for the person I love.

This one goes out to the one I've left behind

Reiterating that it's also for the person left behind.

A simple prop to occupy my time

Referring to a simple prop as a way to occupy the singer's time.

This one goes out to the one I love

Stating once more that this song is for the one I love.


Fire (she's comin' down on her own, now)

The repetition of "Fire" possibly represents an emotional or relational crisis.

Fire (she's comin' down on her own, now)

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This one goes out to the one I love

Expressing dedication to the person the singer loves.

This one goes out to the one I've left behind

Reiterating that it's also for the one left behind.

Another prop has occupied my time

Introducing another distraction or prop taking up the singer's time.

This one goes out to the one I love

Once again, emphasizing that this song is for the one I love.


Fire (she's comin' down on her own, now)

Continuation of the repetition of "Fire," suggesting an ongoing emotional intensity or crisis.

Fire (she's comin' down on her own, now)

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Fire (she's comin' down on her own, now)

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Fire (she's comin' down on her own, now)

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