Here's my breakdown of the key themes and possible meanings: *Lifestyle and Habits* - *I take my whiskey neat / My coffee black and my bed at three* symbolizes his preference for things that are straightforward, unfiltered, and perhaps unconventional. These choices reflect a desire for experiences that are authentic and potent, mirroring his approach to life. reflecting a broader inclination towards facing life’s complexities head-on. - This contrasts with the other person’s lifestyle, which he perceives as too “sweet” basically living in a fairytale avoiding life’s hard and uncomfortable truths or perhaps lacking the depth and authenticity he craves. *Emotional Maturity and Incompatibility* - The repeated line, *You’re too sweet for me* suggests that the person in question has a disposition or outlook on life that is too childlike, naive, sugar-coated, or simply too different from his. This sweetness is juxtaposed with his preference for the "neat" and "black" aspects of life, implying an ability to handle life’s bitterness which he finds more authentic or relatable. - The lyrics also touch on the idea of living fully but differently. The other person is described with a positive almost pure imagery ( *bright as the morning / As soft as the rain* ), yet he feels he cannot fully align with this perspective. This refrain suggests not just a difference in taste but a deeper emotional and philosophical incompatibility. The “sweetness/purity” here could imply a naivety or gullibility in the other person’s approach to life, which doesn’t resonate with his more seasoned or perhaps cynical perspective. The song suggests a maturity in embracing life’s bitter days, indicating a resilience and depth of character that he values and identifies himself with. *Acceptance of Differences* - Despite these differences, there's an undercurrent of respect and perhaps affection for the other person's way of being. He seems to understand and appreciate the qualities of the other person maybe they aren't this childlike naive person maybe they're just high on life *If you’re drunk on life, babe / I think it’s great* but acknowledges a fundamental mismatch in their approaches to life and relationships. *Reflection on Life and Death* - *But who wants to live forever babe* suggests a contemplation of mortality and the ways people choose to experience life. He opts for a more immediate, perhaps hedonistic approach, while still recognizing the validity of the other person's more sheltered or cautious way of living. I wouldn't say his singing a love song or a rejection song, it's a mature acceptance of their incompatibility and differences
Ooooh I like this meaning feel the line “as sweet as a grape, if you sit in a barrel maybe I’ll wait” sells it, almost sounds like he’s speaking about fermenting fruit so it turns into alcohol or in this case maturing
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@@TaylaShrader-yy2yz You don't have to be able to write a song to be able to criticize the song. I'm Sure There are things you have opinions on that You can't do.
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the wedding bells in the background of this song is agonizingly beautiful
HOZIER DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!!
Has he ever?
I don’t think he’s capable of it 😭💙
this man turns the female gaze into music
I'm the female gays and I'm still enthralled. Sing his stuff with my wife all the time.
RIP to your views because I’m just listening to this on repeat all day
Same here!
Me too!!!
Lmao same
Same lol
Same
Thank you father hozier
Here's my breakdown of the key themes and possible meanings:
*Lifestyle and Habits*
- *I take my whiskey neat / My coffee black and my bed at three* symbolizes his preference for things that are straightforward, unfiltered, and perhaps unconventional. These choices reflect a desire for experiences that are authentic and potent, mirroring his approach to life. reflecting a broader inclination towards facing life’s complexities head-on.
- This contrasts with the other person’s lifestyle, which he perceives as too “sweet” basically living in a fairytale avoiding life’s hard and uncomfortable truths or perhaps lacking the depth and authenticity he craves.
*Emotional Maturity and Incompatibility*
- The repeated line, *You’re too sweet for me* suggests that the person in question has a disposition or outlook on life that is too childlike, naive, sugar-coated, or simply too different from his. This sweetness is juxtaposed with his preference for the "neat" and "black" aspects of life, implying an ability to handle life’s bitterness which he finds more authentic or relatable.
- The lyrics also touch on the idea of living fully but differently. The other person is described with a positive almost pure imagery ( *bright as the morning / As soft as the rain* ), yet he feels he cannot fully align with this perspective. This refrain suggests not just a difference in taste but a deeper emotional and philosophical incompatibility. The “sweetness/purity” here could imply a naivety or gullibility in the other person’s approach to life, which doesn’t resonate with his more seasoned or perhaps cynical perspective. The song suggests a maturity in embracing life’s bitter days, indicating a resilience and depth of character that he values and identifies himself with.
*Acceptance of Differences*
- Despite these differences, there's an undercurrent of respect and perhaps affection for the other person's way of being. He seems to understand and appreciate the qualities of the other person maybe they aren't this childlike naive person maybe they're just high on life *If you’re drunk on life, babe / I think it’s great* but acknowledges a fundamental mismatch in their approaches to life and relationships.
*Reflection on Life and Death*
- *But who wants to live forever babe* suggests a contemplation of mortality and the ways people choose to experience life. He opts for a more immediate, perhaps hedonistic approach, while still recognizing the validity of the other person's more sheltered or cautious way of living.
I wouldn't say his singing a love song or a rejection song, it's a mature acceptance of their incompatibility and differences
Ooooh I like this meaning feel the line “as sweet as a grape, if you sit in a barrel maybe I’ll wait” sells it, almost sounds like he’s speaking about fermenting fruit so it turns into alcohol or in this case maturing
You literally hit everything on the head,
It’s just helps me to fall asleep so much like fairytale ❤❤❤
I literally am screaming I was waiting for this to release I’ve been listening to this on loop for hours
this is literally incredible i’ve been making everyone i know listen to this all day
Lol
The story of Bitter and Sweet. Opposites opposed.
Fuel for the rest of my work day gf was so excited for this to release today
I love this song it’s on repeat for me❤❤
This is my life right now. Turned upside down
BRO IVE WAITED ALL WEEKK TYYYY
god im boutta be so fucking annoying
this comment is my everything
Gonna listen to this every single day!
March 23, 2024. Today im dropping this comment to let you know that im gonna be a big shot artist soon. My songs will be bangers shortly. And when that happens, I'll make sure to slide back here and leave a comment, so that all you guys who believed in me can be proud. I wish you all the best and don't mistake my confidence for arrogance. Peace out 🙏🏼🤍
Wish you the best!!🎉🎉
🫶🫶
Definitely. ❤it is going to happen. ❤❤
I wish you the absolute best of luck on your journey my friend
28 march 2024 hi 👋
THAT BAAAAAAAAAAASSSSSSS
Wake up with this in my head then gotta listen before I leave the house. Then put it on in the car 😂
They thought I was annoying when I blasted Hamilton on repeat? Just wait for this 😪
Crying fainting passing out
ความรักของเรามันหวานเกินไป
This song is too good
What a masterpiece😊
How many is he still keeping under the sleeves? Some of the best are not released.
Damn the background kept scratching my screen to remove dust 😂😂😂
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On repeat on day 2 and i know the sosng by heart💚 #freepalestine
THIS IS SO FUCKING GOOD LIKE ITS EVERYTHING
everyone is going to hate me from this day on..
YAAAAYYYYWYYEB
Am I here because of Hozier, or am I here because of Quin?😂
1:03, 2:42, 3:48
Where in the ether !? The violinist understood the assignment
Lacanzonestupenda❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
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I like how it sounds like a 14-year-old wrote lyrics for a poetry contest.
And I’m eating it up 100%
@@Yourrrr I bet you are
the shade is crazy
@@Contagious_D lemme see u write a song bud
@@TaylaShrader-yy2yz You don't have to be able to write a song to be able to criticize the song. I'm Sure There are things you have opinions on that You can't do.
Sonuvabitch. I heard this song was from Dean Winchester's POV, and DAMN(!), it's so true!!