White Roses Lyrics – Glass Animals

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[Intro: Dave Bayley]
(White roses in the red dirt)
(You said it's so beautiful it--)

The intro sets up the imagery of white roses growing in red dirt, which symbolizes something beautiful emerging from a harsh environment. The beauty of this contrast is briefly mentioned but left incomplete, hinting at deeper emotions.

[Chorus: Dave Bayley]
White roses in the red dirt
You said it's so beautiful, it hurts
And I knew it and my heart burst
I said it was beautiful at first but
White roses in the red dirt
You said it's so beautiful, it hurts
And I knew it and my heart burst
You're so much more than I deserve but

The chorus reflects on the beauty and pain of the relationship. The "white roses in the red dirt" symbolize something striking and beautiful emerging from difficult circumstances. Despite initially seeing it as beautiful, the pain of the relationship caused the singer's heart to burst, recognizing that the partner is more than they feel they deserve.

[Verse 1: Dave Bayley]
Long ago, probably in a galaxy not far from home
I bet there's a version where we're happier
And I didn't have to find a way to go
Oh, wouldn't that be lovely? You would torture me
Whisper me the reasons that you hated me
Say it in the way that makes my knees go weak
And let me dangle from you like a piece of meat
Oh, wouldn't that be lovely?

In this verse, the singer imagines an alternate reality where they are happier together. They fantasize about a relationship where, despite being tortured emotionally by their partner, they still find it oddly endearing. The verse captures a sense of longing for a version of the relationship that never existed but feels idealized.

[Pre-Chorus: Dave Bayley]
But I think we're formed from old Lego
In a bedside drawer where the stray things go
And I think we're formed from old play-doh
That you stole one night from a corner store and

The pre-chorus uses playful imagery to describe the relationship as something pieced together from old, mismatched elements. Comparing the relationship to "old Lego" and "Play-Doh" suggests it’s made up of various bits and pieces, reflecting its imperfect and patchwork nature.

[Chorus: Dave Bayley]
White roses in the red dirt
You said it's so beautiful, it hurts
And I knew it and my heart burst
I said it was beautiful at first but

Repeating the chorus, the singer reaffirms the contrasting beauty and pain of the relationship. The recurring image of "white roses in the red dirt" emphasizes how something so beautiful also carries immense emotional weight and heartache.

[Verse 2: Dave Bayley]
One day you'll move on, put me in a drawer
I'll just be a ghost in photos on your phone
And you'll see a sunny side, shows I never liked
You can put them on, put the clap track in your life
'Cause I lose all your socks, I tremble when I talk
I veer left when I walk, really, this is what you want?
'Cause you'll find a better one, someone functional
And slowly, I'll dissolve into echoes in your walls

This verse reflects on the inevitability of moving on from the relationship. The singer imagines becoming a distant memory, just a “ghost” in old photos. They anticipate their partner finding someone better, while they become a fading echo in their former partner’s life, emphasizing feelings of inadequacy and loss.

[Pre-Chorus: Dave Bayley]
But I think we're formed from old Lego
In a bedside drawer where the stray things go
And I think we're formed from old Play-Doh
That you stole one night from a corner store and

Repeating the pre-chorus, the singer reiterates the relationship’s haphazard and imperfect nature, comparing it to playful but outdated objects. This repetition underscores the idea of a relationship made from mismatched and worn-out parts.

In this repeated chorus, the singer continues to reflect on the intense beauty and pain of the relationship. The recurring imagery of "white roses in the red dirt" reinforces the contrast between beauty and emotional suffering, acknowledging their partner’s worth and the emotional impact on them.

[Bridge: Dave Bayley]
But I'm a dreamer too, I'm a dreamer too
Paint over the sad bits, I know that you do, 'cause
Mmm, everlasting in a different moon
There's a perfect side to me and you

In the bridge, the singer admits to being a dreamer and suggests that both partners try to cover up the sad aspects of their relationship. Despite the difficulties, they imagine a perfect version of their relationship under a different, idealized reality, reflecting hope and idealism.

Repeating the chorus once more, the singer revisits the theme of beauty mingled with pain. The phrase "white roses in the red dirt" continues to symbolize the striking yet painful nature of the relationship, with the singer acknowledging their partner's exceptional worth compared to their own feelings of unworthiness.

[Outro: Dave Bayley]
(White roses in the red dirt)
(You said it's so beautiful, it hurts)
(White roses in the red dirt)
(You said it's so beautiful, it hurts)

The outro echoes the song’s main theme, emphasizing the recurring image of "white roses in the red dirt." This repetition reinforces the emotional weight and beauty of the relationship, highlighting its lasting impact and the pain it carries.

White Roses Song Credits & Production Details

Song Title	White Roses
Singer(s)	Glass Animals
Musician(s)	Dave Bayley
Lyricist(s)	Dave Bayley
Language	English

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