Hi Jessi and Kate,
Until hearing your discussion on "Sirens," I hadn't taken the time to really think critically about the lyrics. My first impression of "Sirens" was lukewarm. I did initially think "are the guys trying to go adult contemporary?" It took several listens for me to appreciate it.
I had initially interpreted the lyrics to be about trying to convince your loved one to stay and not end the relationship. I'm sure you can still interpret it in that sense, but as you guys discussed, their can be several other meanings than fear of a break up. Life is short, and the loss of a loved one can unfortunately be very sudden. I feared that was going to happen to me a little less than 2 years ago. After reading back over the lyrics and listening to the song yesterday, this line speaks volumes to me.
I pull you close, so much to lose
Knowing that nothing lasts forever
Knowing that nothing lasts forever
I've come to appreciate how fortunate I am to have someone that loves me the way my wife does. After our scare last year, I have a very difficult time of being away from her. This song now takes on a very different meaning to me.
Forced to endure, what I could not forgive,
Chris
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