Lyrics
Just he uses love for sex
Expressing that someone uses love primarily for sexual gratification.
And sure she uses sex for love
Indicating that someone uses sex in the hope of receiving love in return.
And they're both hoping for the best
Both individuals are optimistic and expecting positive outcomes in their relationships.
I also have that dream you're thinking of
The singer shares a common dream with the others, suggesting a shared desire or aspiration.
If we place a blindfold on our eyes
Metaphorically suggesting that when blind to certain aspects, things may appear the same, hiding true differences.
Iron and gold appear the same
Continuation of the metaphor, emphasizing the difficulty in distinguishing between valuable and common things.
It's intense hope that makes us try
Emphasizing that strong hope compels individuals to take risks and try despite difficulties.
So we go on and play the game
Acknowledging the persistence in playing the complex and challenging game of relationships.
And once again we get attached
Describing the tendency to form emotional attachments despite past experiences.
And think we've found the answer
Believing that the answer to the complexities of love has been found, even if temporarily.
Here we go again
Reiterating the cyclical nature of entering into relationships and facing challenges.
Ran into many walls
Experiencing obstacles or challenges in relationships.
But I know I'll get that answer
Expressing confidence in eventually finding the solution or answer despite difficulties.
Here we go again
Highlighting the recurring nature of entering into relationships despite past setbacks.
We loved not wisely but to well
Reflecting on past relationships, suggesting that love was expressed passionately but not always wisely.
We're hoping (s)he will be the one
Expressing the hope that the current or future partner will be the ideal one.
But we never learn from our mistakes
Observing a lack of learning from past relationship mistakes.
And based on beauty love soon dies
Asserting that love based solely on physical beauty tends to fade over time.
Then we make our move to separate
Describing the pattern of moving away or separating after the initial phase of a relationship.
Yes iron and gold appear the same
Reiterating the metaphor about the difficulty in distinguishing between valuable and common things.
But one is costly to obtain
Pointing out that obtaining one (iron or gold) is more costly, alluding to the challenges in finding genuine love.
And I'll be the only one to blame
Taking responsibility for potential negative outcomes in the relationship, suggesting self-awareness.
If I resist I know I'll gain
Anticipating personal growth or benefits if resisting certain temptations or actions.
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