In regards to the meaning of this song:
Before a live performance on the EP Five Stories Falling, Geoff states “It’s about the last time I went to visit my grandmother in Columbus, and I saw that she was dying and it was the last time I was going to see her. It is about realizing how young you are, but how quickly you can go.”
That’s the thing about Geoff and his sublime poetry, you think it’s about one thing, but really it’s about something entirely different. But the lyrics are still universal and omnipresent, ubiquitous, even. So relatable. That’s one thing I love about this band. I also love their live performances, raw energy and Geoff’s beautiful, imperfectly perfect vocals. His voice soothes my aching soul.
Take my photo off the wall
If it just won't sing for you
'Cause all that's left has gone away
And there's nothing there for you to prove
Oh, look what you've done
You've made a fool of everyone
Oh, well, it seems like such fun
Until you lose what you had won
Give me back my point of view
'Cause I just can't think for you
I can hardly hear you say
What should I do?
Well, you choose
Oh, look what you've done
You've made a fool of everyone
Oh, well, it seems like such fun
Until you lose what you had won
Oh, look what you've done
You've made a fool of everyone
A fool of everyone
A fool of everyone
Take my photo off the wall
If it just won't sing for you
'Cause all that's left has gone away
And there's nothing there for you to do
Oh, look what you've done
You've made a fool of everyone
Oh, well, it seems like such fun
Until you lose what you had won
Oh, look what you've done
You've made a fool of everyone
A fool of everyone
A fool of everyone
If it just won't sing for you
'Cause all that's left has gone away
And there's nothing there for you to prove
Oh, look what you've done
You've made a fool of everyone
Oh, well, it seems like such fun
Until you lose what you had won
Give me back my point of view
'Cause I just can't think for you
I can hardly hear you say
What should I do?
Well, you choose
Oh, look what you've done
You've made a fool of everyone
Oh, well, it seems like such fun
Until you lose what you had won
Oh, look what you've done
You've made a fool of everyone
A fool of everyone
A fool of everyone
Take my photo off the wall
If it just won't sing for you
'Cause all that's left has gone away
And there's nothing there for you to do
Oh, look what you've done
You've made a fool of everyone
Oh, well, it seems like such fun
Until you lose what you had won
Oh, look what you've done
You've made a fool of everyone
A fool of everyone
A fool of everyone
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This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
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@[Diderik:33655] "Your a holiday!" Was a popular term used in the 50s/60s to compliment someone on their all around. For example, not only are they beautiful, but they are fun and kind too ... just an all around "holiday".
I think your first comment is closer to being accurate. The singer/song writers state "Millions of eyes can see, yet why am i so blind!? When the someone else is me, its unkind its unkind". I believe hes referring to the girl toying with him and using him. He wants something deeper with her, thats why he allows himself to be as a puppet (even though for her fun and games) as long as it makes her happy. But he knows deep down that she doesnt really want to be serious with him and thats what makes him.
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How would you describe the feeling of being in love? For Ed Sheeran, the word is “Magical.” in HIS three-minute album opener, he makes an attempt to capture the beauty and delicacy of true love with words. He describes the magic of it all over a bright Pop song produced by Aaron Dessner.
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Ed Sheeran tells a story of unsuccessfully trying to feel “Amazing.” This track is about the being weighed down by emotional stress despite valiant attempts to find some positivity in the situation. This track was written by Ed Sheeran from the perspective of his friend. From the track, we see this person fall deeper into the negative thoughts and slide further down the path of mental torment with every lyric.
no offense, but its a little annoying how people come on to say how they like a song but dont try to interpret the song. isnt that what this sites for??
my interp: its either about some guy bein cheated on... and hes basically saying: if i cant make u happy anymore, just dont be with me. you cant persuade me to stay now.
or maybe its a person who was a close friend who fell for the other saying, "i cant help you to choose what you should do anymore... i thought i won you over but i lost you"
idk ... seems right to me... either one works fine for me but theyre probably not right because its like 2 different things in different parts of the song... but then again the lover could say, "i supported you this whole time and now i wont, i thought i had you, but i guess not"...idk if that makes too much sense ...oh well lol
Thank you. I was hoping to get some insite on what this song meaning is, but...
i think this song is about someone wanting someone quite alot but then it never happens and they just want there life back "take my photo off the wall" "give me back my point of view".. its like a situation where theres nothing left to say you just want to get on with your life.. its only what i think.. might be wrong though
Jet don't rip off the Beatles. The Beatles are a music era unto themselves. Their music is eclectic and original, and I don't think anyone ever sets out to sound like them. You can't copy them, and I don;t think Jet are trying to. They've been influenced by AC/DC, INXS, The Beatles, and thats why their music is reminiscent of that, but ultimately, its their own style.
This song reminds me of Let It Be by the Beatles, but not as good of course. It's still a good song. I think it's a song about a guy who was maybe cheated on. Thats why he looks like a fool and he is questioning whether he should stay with her.
man your interpretation is so skin deep
Thats funny you should say that cause when I first heard this song, I thought the lead singer was Julian Lennon. John Lennon's son. It wasn't until I found out that the band was Australian that I stopped believing it was.
I will never forgive myself for reading to the end of this. Most of the posts so far sound like this: "I want to make schwetty, schwetty love to the beatles." We get that the beatles are very good. Now get off it. If you didn't like this song you wouldn't be here. Kinda like you shouldn't be embarrased to be seen at K-mart because whoever sees you is there too. Unless they see you shopping while they are walking by- then you need to move. I still love you K-mart. I'm not sorry for that rant. Had to drop it like it's hot.
You guys are all liars because Jet actually wrote this song about my (insert story about past broken relationship here).
I like the lyrics about giving him back his point of view and him asking the other person to think for themselves and to choose on their own what to do. I think we have all at least once asked someone else to make a difficult decision for us and this is a nice reminder to not do that.
I think the song is a classic example of a person throwing away a really good relationship to go for the wrong guy or girl. The video really showcased the song's meaning.
I like the idea that this track is about a guy being cheated on. i'm gna go insane and try and claim you could read a political message out of this. in a world where politics is fast to jude before looking at the wider facts and figures, everyone 'out of the loop' so to speak is forced to stand behind decisions, it its wrong, everyone seems foolish... well, its an idea anyway. fantastic track though.
definately very beatles-esque
this song could be about someone just being depended on so much that they are just a tool for someone, he's kind of trying to say your loosing me now and i love you but you have to learn.
This song reminds me very much of the Beatles song "Sexy Sadie" on the White Album...some of the lyrics are the same, like "look what you've done" and "you've made a fool of everyone"...just listen to the song, and you'll see what I mean...
@beatlesfan4evr oh yes Sexy Sadie the song that George didnt want John to write it directly at the Maharaja or at all......blah yada blah yada yada....and Ringo didn't like the food! So they left Indiana 4 good