Lyrics
My mother told me every breath
Emphasizes the significance of every breath as it holds the power of life and death, possibly suggesting the fragility of existence.
Holds the power of life and death
Reiterates the idea that each breath carries immense importance, underlining the gravity of the choices one makes.
My teachers warned me
References warnings from teachers, implying caution in expressing oneself, as words have consequences.
Watch what you sing
Advises to be mindful of what one sings, as the listener may take it seriously or be influenced by it.
Whoever's listening will believe
Suggests that words spoken or sung can be influential and may be believed by those who hear them.
Where can you suffer them
Ponders where one can endure suffering, introducing the theme of enduring hardship.
All behind that silver tongue
Highlights the idea of enduring suffering behind a deceptive "silver tongue," possibly referring to smooth-talking or deceitful communication.
Where can you suffer them
-All behind that silver tongue
-I'll hold you with my hands open
Expresses a desire to embrace someone openly, but there's an acknowledgment that they will seek refuge or hide when faced with challenges.
But you'll stay
-Hide beneath your branches
-When they sway
-You've sworn you'll never close the circuit
Addresses a promise not to close off emotionally, but the speaker observes that their determination is effective despite the pledge.
But I can see my will is working
-Conviction for breakfast
Mentions starting the day with conviction, suggesting a commitment to a particular mindset or belief system.
That's what I keep the hours fed with
-I'm heaven bent on keeping
Repeats the commitment to keeping someone happy, emphasizing a strong determination to maintain a positive atmosphere.
You smiling
-I'm heaven bent on keeping
-You smiling
-I'll hold you with my hands open
Reiterates the theme of wanting to hold someone but recognizing their tendency to retreat or seek shelter when faced with challenges.
But you'll stay
-Hide beneath your branches
-When they sway
-I'll hold you with my hands open
Echoes the sentiment of holding someone with open hands while acknowledging their inclination to hide during difficult times.
But you'll stay
-Hide beneath your branches
-When they sway
-You'll stay
Repeated emphasis on the person staying or hiding when faced with challenges, possibly symbolizing emotional withdrawal.
You'll stay
-You'll stay
-You'll stay
-I'll hold you with my hands open
Repeats the desire to hold someone openly, knowing that they will still seek refuge or hide during challenging moments.
But you'll stay
-Hide beneath your branches
-When they sway
-I'll hold you with my hands open
Reiterates the theme of holding someone with open hands, yet acknowledging their inclination to hide beneath the metaphorical branches during difficult times.
But you'll stay
-Hide beneath your branches
-When they sway
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