Open Your Eyes
Revelations of Shattered Love
Lyrics
(Open your eyes, don’t open your eyes, don’t open your eyes, open your eyes baby)
Expresses a contrast between openness and closure, suggesting a choice or decision.
Thought I was starting to
Reflects on the beginning of something, possibly a relationship or personal journey.
It never gets better so soon
Acknowledges that positive changes may take time and patience.
I thought you were somebody new
Addresses the discovery of someone believed to be new or different.
Running from open doors to closed rooms, worn shoes and old perfumes
Describes a journey with challenges, transitions, and memories.
I guess I was changing for you
Admits personal growth or change influenced by another person.
Take my hand and play the game
Invites someone to join and engage in a metaphorical game or experience.
Could you get off the stage?
Suggests a desire for someone to step down or step away from a situation.
You’re like singing in the rain
Compares the person to the joy of singing in the rain, but notes constant challenges.
But it's raining everyday
Highlights the persistent difficulties faced every day.
Breathing fine and I tell myself that it’s all in my mind
Addresses inner struggles and attempts to convince oneself that challenges are psychological.
But everybody tries
Acknowledges that everyone attempts to cope with difficulties.
(Open your eyes, don’t open your eyes, don’t open your eyes, open your eyes baby)
Reiteration of the opening line, emphasizing the theme of choice or decision.
I can take you to, if I let go of you (You)
Suggests the possibility of guiding or leading someone somewhere.
I could see the sky, only word I need is goodbye
Expresses a willingness to let go and find freedom, possibly through saying goodbye.
Open my eyes
Declares a readiness to face reality or truth.
Can’t even bear to see you
Expresses difficulty in facing the person or the truth.
I take a look and I guess I’m not so surprised
Realization that a situation is not surprising upon closer inspection.
You’re wearing those ripped jeans I like
Observation of the person's appearance and a reference to a shared preference.
And yeah, “You look so cool”
Quotes a compliment received and reflects on playing a role for the person.
And I said I'd play your pretty fool
Expresses a reluctance to continue playing a role or waiting for someone.
I can’t keep on waiting for you
Declares an unwillingness to wait indefinitely for someone.
(Open your eyes, don’t open your eyes, don’t open your eyes, open your eyes baby)
Reiteration of the opening line, emphasizing the theme of choice or decision.
I can take you to, if I let go of you (You)
Suggests the possibility of guiding or leading someone somewhere.
I could see the sky, only word i need is goodbye
Expresses a willingness to let go and find freedom, possibly through saying goodbye.
Open my eyes
Declares a readiness to face reality or truth.
(Ooh)
Interjection, possibly indicating an emotional response or realization.
I could see the sky, only word I need is goodbye
Reiterates the willingness to let go and find freedom through saying goodbye.
Open my eyes
Declares a readiness to face reality or truth, echoing the theme of the song.
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