Lyrics
The thing is I always do
The speaker consistently experiences a certain behavior or emotion.
Lose my breath when I see you
The sight of "you" causes the speaker to lose their breath, suggesting a strong reaction to your presence.
It's like the oxygen just dissipates
Comparing the effect to oxygen dissipating, emphasizing the intensity of the breathlessness.
When you take the room
Your presence dominates the space and attention when you enter a room.
But the Summers gonna fade
Anticipation of a change, possibly the end of a positive period.
Like the posters up on my wall
Reference to the inevitable fading of summer, using posters as a metaphor for passing time.
All the library books will fall
The passage of time is illustrated by the falling of library books, hinting at the transience of knowledge and experiences.
You've taken our words away
The impact of "you" is so profound that it silences or diminishes shared words.
During the heat wave
A specific period marked by intense heat, possibly symbolizing challenges or passionate moments.
We still had our fun
Despite challenges, there were enjoyable moments during the heat wave.
Sneaking out the back way
Secretive and adventurous behavior during difficult times.
Kissing in the alley
Physical closeness and intimacy in unconventional places.
Till the moonlight's gone
The duration of their intimate moments extends until the moonlight fades.
I see you like an ember in the dark
The person is described as a glowing ember in the dark, suggesting a source of warmth or light.
I could build my arc again
The speaker is willing to make a significant effort to rekindle a connection with "you."
Just to carry your sacred heart
An allusion to building something meaningful, possibly a relationship, to carry the other person's heart.
And feel the steam
Feeling the intensity of emotions or passion, represented by "steam."
During the heat wave
Reiteration of the challenging period of the heat wave, suggesting resilience and continuation of enjoyment.
We still had our fun
Despite difficulties, there were still enjoyable moments during the heat wave.
Sneaking out the back way
Continuation of secretive and adventurous behavior during challenging times.
Kissing in the alley
Repeated theme of physical closeness and intimacy in unconventional places until the moonlight fades.
Till the moonlight's gone
The duration of their intimate moments extends until the moonlight disappears.
During the heat wave
Reiteration of facing challenges during the heat wave but finding joy in those moments.
During the heat wave
Highlighting the persistence of joy and connection during difficult times.
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