Lyrics
Temperamental blue skies
Refers to unpredictable or moody emotional states symbolized by blue skies.
and faded love
Describes love that has faded or lost its intensity over time.
Choking back the white lies
Expresses the struggle to conceal or suppress dishonesty.
and talking tough
Suggests putting on a brave front or adopting a resilient attitude.
Boys should never cry I hear that silly echo in my head
Addresses societal expectations that discourage boys from showing vulnerability.
But something's in my eyes streaming from the last things that you said
Describes tears caused by recent hurtful words, challenging gender norms.
But then I stop and turn around
Pauses to reflect and reconsider the situation.
Cause I feel safe
Indicates a feeling of safety, possibly from self-reflection or a change in perspective.
And it seems a little strange
Acknowledges an unusual or unexpected sense of security.
It's a funny thing to say
Comments on the paradoxical nature of feeling safe in a challenging situation.
But maybe this is OK
Suggests accepting the current state as potentially acceptable or tolerable.
Transcendental new smiles
Describes joyful and profound smiles with spiritual or transformative qualities.
and wasted youth
References time misspent in youth, possibly regretting past decisions.
Another night of hard miles
Alludes to a challenging period, symbolized by hard miles traveled.
To call a truce
Suggests a desire to end conflicts or disputes.
Good things never last. the sad songs keep ringing in my ears
Reflects on the impermanence of good things, with sad memories lingering.
Fighting off the past
Struggles against the influence of past experiences and memories.
Learning good things just don't disappear
Realizes the persistence of valuable lessons learned over time.
The mystery has come unwound
Describes the unraveling of a mystery or unresolved issues.
I slowly lay this armor down
Symbolizes a willingness to let go of emotional defenses or barriers.
Cause I feel safe
Reiterates the sense of security, possibly reinforced by personal growth.
And it seems a little strange
Acknowledges the peculiarity of feeling safe in a changed emotional landscape.
It's a funny thing to say
Reflects on the paradox of finding comfort in an unexpected situation.
But maybe this is OK
Repeats the idea of accepting the current state as potentially okay.
I feel safe
Reaffirms the feeling of safety, emphasizing its significance.
And it seems a little strange
Acknowledges the continued peculiarity of the situation.
It's a funny thing to say
Reiterates the paradox of feeling okay in challenging circumstances.
But maybe this is OK
Repeats the acceptance of the current state as potentially tolerable.
Maybe this is OK
Affirms the possibility that the current state might indeed be acceptable.
Maybe this is OK
Repeats the affirmation that the current situation may be deemed okay.
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