What The Water Gave Me – English Lyrics

• By: Florence + The Machine

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the poetic depths of "What The Water Gave Me" by Florence + The Machine! This enchanting song offers a rich tapestry of evocative English lyrics, perfect for language learners. You'll explore advanced vocabulary, metaphorical expressions, and the nuanced emotional power of English songwriting. Its themes of nature's overwhelming force and poignant human experiences make it a compelling and memorable piece to deepen your understanding of English through music.

[English]

Time it took us

To where the water was

That's what the water gave me

And time goes quicker

Between the two of us

Oh, my love, don't forsake me

Take what the water gave me

Lay me down

Let the only sound

Be the overflow

Pockets full of stones

Lay me down

Let the only sound

Be the overflow

...

And oh, poor Atlas

The world's a beast of a burden

You've been holding up a long time

And all this longing

And the ships are left to rust

That's what the water gave us

So lay me down

Let the only sound

Be the overflow

Pockets full of stones

Lay me down

Let the only sound

Be the overflow

'Cause they took your loved ones

But returned them in exchange for you

But would you have it any other way?

Would you have it any other way?

You couldn't have it any other way

'Cause she's a cruel mistress

And a bargain must be made

But oh, my love, don't forget me

When I let the water take me

...

So lay me down

Let the only sound

Be the over flow

Pockets full of stones

Lay me down

Let the only sound

Be the overflow

So lay me down

Let the only sound

Be the overflow

Pockets full of stones

Lay me down

Let the only sound

Be the overflow (yeah)

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