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Drowning in Dreams: Decoding Throwing Muses' StartLyrics
You're so right he can swim
You acknowledge his capability; he's adept at swimming.
He can breath underwater
He possesses the ability to breathe underwater.
I'm so light I'm so good
You feel weightless and competent. You take pride in being your father's daughter.
I'm all fathers' daughter
Reinforces the connection to your paternal lineage.
I know he won't roam
You trust in his fidelity; you believe he won't wander.
I know he won't roam
Repeated emphasis on trust and his commitment not to stray.
I'm so blonde, you're so hot
Commenting on appearances—your blonde hair and his attractiveness. Current situation feels ideal.
This could not be better
Expressing contentment, feeling that the present circumstances couldn't be better.
I'm sorry I can't talk
Apology for inability to engage in conversation due to feeling overwhelmed.
I can't think under pressure
Struggling to think clearly under pressure.
I've got nothing to say
Feeling speechless, having nothing significant to communicate.
I've got nothing to say
Reiteration of the lack of substantial thoughts or words.
I climb you as I grow older
Metaphorically climbing or growing more attached to someone as you age.
By fifty I'll ride on your shoulder
Envisioning a future where, at fifty, you'll rely on his support like one would lean on another's shoulder.
I'll start at his knees
You'll begin close to his knees, possibly indicating dependency or starting from a vulnerable position.
And I'll end in his dreams
Your presence will persist in his subconscious or dreams.
I'm so glad you could come
Expressing joy or satisfaction at his presence.
Now breath underwater
Encouraging him to breathe underwater metaphorically or to handle challenging situations.
I'm so glad he's so charmed
You're pleased that he's captivated or enchanted by you.
That I'll walk him back home
Commitment to escort him back home, symbolizing care and protection.
And I'll keep him in bed
Intention to keep him in a place of comfort and intimacy—bed.
I'll walk out the door
Deciding to leave the current situation or relationship.
And I'll live there instead
Choosing to live independently and away from the previously mentioned person.
I'll start at his knees
Reiteration of starting from a lower or dependent position, possibly indicating reliance or vulnerability.
And I'll end in his dreams
Your influence will persist in his thoughts or subconscious.
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