Hollow Eyes
Unveiling the Depths: Red Lorry Yellow Lorry's Hollow Eyes Meaning
Lyrics
I've seen that look I know those eyes
The speaker has observed a particular expression and recognizes the emotions conveyed in the eyes of someone.
I think this is a thin disguise
The speaker believes that the observed expression is a subtle attempt to conceal true feelings or emotions.
Alone at last, but no surprise
Despite being alone, the fact that the observed expression is not surprising suggests a consistent emotional state.
I'd seen it in those hollow eyes
The speaker has previously noticed the same expression in the eyes of the person, indicating a recurring emotional emptiness.
You should have seen them
Repetition emphasizes the importance of witnessing the described expression in the following lines.
You should have seen them
-You should have seen them
-You should have seen them
-An empty room an empty space
Describes a setting with emptiness both in the room and emotionally, highlighting a sense of loneliness or isolation.
But you can't really hide your face
Suggests that despite the emptiness, the true emotions on one's face are not entirely concealed.
I've seen that look of hate inside
The speaker has observed a hateful expression in the eyes of the person being addressed.
I've seen it in those hollow eyes
Reiterates the familiarity of the observed emotion, emphasizing its persistence in the person's eyes.
You should have seen them
Repetition reinforces the significance of witnessing the described expression in the subsequent lines.
You should have seen them
-You should have seen them
-You should have seen them
-This is the place where I have seen
Specifies a location where the speaker has observed the person hiding behind unfulfilled aspirations or shattered dreams.
You hide behind your sunken dreams
Describes the act of concealing true feelings behind dreams that have not been realized.
I had this feeling deep inside
The speaker acknowledges an internal feeling, possibly shared with the person being addressed.
You hid behind those hollow eyes
Reiterates the act of hiding behind a vacant expression, emphasizing the emotional emptiness in the person's eyes.
You should have seen them
Repetition underscores the importance of having witnessed the described expression in the preceding lines.
You should have seen them
-You should have seen them
-You should have seen them
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