Skeletons – English Lyrics

• By: Yeah Yeah Yeahs
• Album: It's Blitz

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the ethereal soundscape of "Skeletons" by Yeah Yeah Yeahs, a captivating song that beautifully encapsulates raw emotion through its melancholic synth melodies and poignant lyrics. As you listen, pay attention to how simple, evocative English words like "love left dry" and "skeleton me" convey profound feelings of loss and vulnerability. This track offers a unique opportunity to experience the expressive power of English poetry in music, making it an excellent piece to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the language's emotional depth.

[English]

♪ LOVE, MY NAME ♪

♪ LOVE, LEFT DRY ♪

♪ FROST OR FLAME ♪

♪ SKELETON ME ♪

♪ FALL ASLEEP ♪

♪ SPIN THE SKY ♪

♪ SKELETON ME ♪

♪ LOVE, DON'T CRY ♪

♪ LOVE, DON'T CRY ♪

♪ LOVE, DON'T CRY ♪

♪ SKELETON ME ♪

♪ SKELETON ME-E-E-E-E-E-E ♪

♪ SOON COMES RAIN ♪

♪ DRY YOUR EYES ♪

♪ FROST OR FLAME ♪

♪ SKELETON ME ♪

♪ FALL ASLEEP ♪

♪ SPIN THE SKY ♪

♪ SKELETON ME ♪

♪ LOVE, DON'T CRY ♪

♪ LOVE, DON'T CRY ♪

♪ LOVE, DON'T CRY ♪

♪ SKELETON ME ♪

♪ SKELETON ME-E-E-E-E-E-E ♪

♪ SKELETON ME-E-E-E-E-E ♪

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
love /lʌv/ A1	noun - a strong feeling of affection verb - to have a deep affection for someone
skeleton /ˈskɛlɪtən/ B2	noun - the structure of bones that supports the body of a human or animal
cry /kraɪ/ A2	verb - to produce tears as a response to emotion
dry /draɪ/ A2	adjective - free from moisture or liquid
fall /fɔːl/ B1	verb - to drop down from a higher position
asleep /əˈsliːp/ B1	adjective - in a state of sleep
spin /spɪn/ B2	verb - to turn around rapidly
frost /frɒst/ B2	noun - a thin layer of ice that forms on cold surfaces
rain /reɪn/ A1	noun - water that falls from the sky in drops
sky /skaɪ/ A1	noun - the expanse of air over the Earth
flame /fleɪm/ B2	noun - the visible, gaseous part of a fire

Key Grammar Structures

• LOVE, MY NAME

  ➔ Vocative Case

  ➔ The phrase uses the vocative case to directly address 'LOVE' as if it were a person, emphasizing intimacy or emotion.

• FROST OR FLAME

  ➔ Coordination with 'or'

  ➔ The use of 'or' presents two contrasting options ('frost' and 'flame'), highlighting a dichotomy or choice.

• SKELETON ME

  ➔ Imperative Mood

  ➔ The phrase is in the imperative mood, acting as a command or plea, suggesting a transformation or vulnerability.

• LOVE, DON'T CRY

  ➔ Negative Imperative

  ➔ The negative imperative ('don't cry') is used to prohibit an action, here expressing comfort or reassurance.

• SOON COMES RAIN

  ➔ Future Tense

  ➔ The future tense ('comes') indicates an upcoming event, creating anticipation or inevitability.

• DRY YOUR EYES

  ➔ Imperative with Object

  ➔ The imperative ('dry') is paired with an object ('your eyes'), directing the action toward a specific target.

• SKELETON ME-E-E-E-E-E-E

  ➔ Extended Pronunciation

  ➔ The extended pronunciation ('me-e-e-e') emphasizes the word, adding emotional intensity or dramatic effect.