High as a Kite

Elevated Emotions: Unraveling the Meaning Behind Travis' 'High as a Kite'
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Lyrics

I'm high high high as a kite

Feeling extremely euphoric or elated, like being high as a kite.

I'm high high high as a kite

Reiteration of the intense feeling of being high and carefree.

And I just might try and do it tonight

Expressing the possibility of taking some action while in this elevated state, likely something spontaneous.

But only when the time is right

Qualifying the decision to act impulsively, indicating that it will only happen under suitable circumstances.


I'm low low low as you go

Conveying a contrasting feeling of being low or down, possibly experiencing sadness or melancholy.

I'm low though I've been here before

Acknowledging familiarity with this emotional low, suggesting a recurring experience.

If I go any lower you know

Expressing the potential to sink even lower emotionally, with a hint of warning or concern.

I'm gonna tell you that the time is right

Indicating an intention to communicate when the emotional state reaches a certain point, emphasizing the importance of timing.


I thought today the grey would all go away

Anticipating a positive change in the emotional state, expecting the grayness or dullness to fade away.

That the blue was there so roses were red

Suggesting that the presence of the color blue symbolizes optimism and the potential for positive outcomes.

But instead the red has gone to his bed

Contrasting the expectation of red roses with the reality of the color red fading away, possibly indicating disappointment.

Oh no

Expressing a sense of concern or realization about the unexpected turn of events.


I'm high high high as a kite

Returning to the theme of being high as a kite, reiterating the intense and elevated emotional state.

I'm high high high as a kite

Continuing the expression of euphoria and carefree feelings.

And I just might try and do it tonight

Repeating the idea of considering taking action while in this heightened state, with emphasis on timing.

But only when the time is right

Restating the condition that any impulsive action will only occur when the time is right.


Yeah I just might try and do it tonight

Reiterating the possibility of taking action tonight but emphasizing the importance of the right timing.

But only when the time is right

Reiterating the condition that any impulsive action will only happen when the time is deemed appropriate.

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