Lyrics
I know it's over
The speaker acknowledges that the relationship is over.
You know it's over
Emphasizes mutual awareness of the relationship's end.
We're just goin' through the motions
Describes the current state as going through motions, suggesting emotional detachment.
But we're sailin' separate oceans world's apart
Illustrates the emotional distance between them, sailing separate oceans.
And you know it's breakin' my heart
Expresses the pain the speaker feels due to the breakup.
I was a dreamer
Describes the speaker as a dreamer, hinting at an idealistic outlook on the relationship.
You were a dreamer
Acknowledges the partner also being a dreamer, emphasizing shared aspirations.
But perfection is consuming
Notes the destructive nature of the pursuit of perfection in the relationship.
And it seems we're only human after all
Reflects on the human imperfections that affect the relationship negatively.
And we've both been takin' the fall
Indicates both individuals have experienced a downfall in the relationship.
But tomorrow
Looks ahead to a future day with a hint of optimism.
We'll run a little bit faster
Anticipates improvement, with a metaphor of running faster symbolizing progress.
Tomorrow
Reiterates the expectation of finding fulfillment in the future.
We're gonna find what we're after at last
Expresses hope in achieving long-desired goals.
Feelings that we left in the past
Mentions lingering emotions and experiences from the past.
There's romance in the sunset
Evokes a romantic atmosphere associated with the sunset.
We're boats against the current to the end
Uses the metaphor "boats against the current" to signify resilience in facing challenges until the end.
Maybe we're older
Contemplates the possibility of aging and a cooling of emotions.
Maybe we're colder
Acknowledges emotional distance and a disregard for solutions.
So we disregard solutions
Highlights a clinging to illusions despite acknowledging reality.
While we cling to our illusions once again
Suggests a repetition of patterns and holding onto past beliefs.
And we keep rememberin' when
Reflects on memories of better times in the relationship.
Seasons are changin'
Observes changes in seasons and reasons, implying the inevitability of change.
Reasons are changin'
Highlights that despite changes, the overall story or relationship persists.
But the story isn't ending
Suggests a sense of pretending to cope with the continuing situation.
So we find ourselves pretending one more day
Addresses the passage of time and the ongoing struggle to adapt.
While the years keep slippin' away
Acknowledges the gradual passage of years without significant positive change.
But tomorrow
Repeats the theme of looking forward to a better future.
We'll run a little bit faster
Reiterates the anticipation of improvement, emphasizing speed as a metaphor for progress.
Tomorrow
Expresses the hope of finally achieving desired outcomes.
We're gonna find what we're after at last
Conveys optimism about finding what has been sought after for a long time.
Feelings that we left in the past
References emotions and experiences from the past that linger.
There's romance in the sunset
Elicits a romantic ambiance associated with the sunset, emphasizing emotional significance.
We're boats against the current to the end
Reiterates resilience and determination, facing challenges in the relationship until the end.
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