Iris
Unveiling the Depths of Emotion: Iris by Valerie Broussard
Lyrics
And I'd give up forever to touch you
Expresses a willingness to sacrifice everything for the chance to physically connect with the person being addressed.
'Cause I know that you feel me somehow
Believes that there is a mutual understanding or connection with the person, even if not physically present.
You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be
Describes the person as the closest thing to heaven, suggesting an elevated emotional experience.
And I don't want to go home right now
Expresses a desire to stay with the person and not return home, indicating a strong emotional attachment.
And all I can taste is this moment
Focuses on the present moment, possibly savoring the current experience with the person.
And all I can breathe is your life
Describes an intense connection, where the person's life is an essential and sustaining element.
And sooner or later it's over
Acknowledges the inevitability of the relationship's end, emphasizing the importance of the present.
I just don't want to miss you tonight
Expresses a strong desire not to miss the person during the impending separation.
And I don't want the world to see me
Desires privacy and does not want the external world to witness personal vulnerabilities.
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
Anticipates a lack of understanding from the world, reinforcing the need for privacy.
When everything's made to be broken
Reflects on the fragile nature of everything, emphasizing the inevitability of brokenness.
I just want you to know who I am
Expresses a desire for the person to understand the true self, beyond societal expectations.
Can't fight the tears that ain't coming
Acceptance of emotional vulnerability, acknowledging the inability to suppress tears.
Or the moment of truth in your lies
Recognizes the difficulty in distinguishing truth from deception, especially in emotional moments.
When everything feels like the movies
Compares life experiences to movies, where heightened emotions are a central theme.
Yeah you bleed just to know you're alive
Highlights the significance of feeling alive, even if it involves pain or sacrifice.
And I don't want the world to see me
Reiterates the desire for privacy, avoiding external judgment and scrutiny.
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
Expresses doubt about the world's ability to comprehend personal struggles and emotions.
When everything's made to be broken
Repeats the theme of the inevitable brokenness of everything in life.
I just want you to know who I am
Reiterates the desire for the person to truly know and understand the speaker's identity.
And I don't want the world to see me
Emphasizes the desire for privacy and understanding, reiterating the reluctance to be seen by the world.
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
Repeats the sentiment of anticipating a lack of understanding from the external world.
When everything's made to be broken
Reiterates the theme of the inherent brokenness of life experiences.
I just want you to know who I am
Expresses a final plea for the person to truly know and acknowledge the speaker's true self.
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