Discover the poetic beauty in ‘Aeroplane’ by Admiral Twin. This lyric breakdown takes you on a journey through the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and the story they aim to tell. From clever metaphors to evocative imagery, we delve into the nuances that make this song a lyrical masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of Admiral Twin or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
Once upon a time
I was rattling around
Like a songbird that you prized
But it never made a sound
Someone told me not to come
They told me not to look
But you know I never take advice
And one time is all it took
I thought hey, I’d treat you like an aeroplane
I’d feed you clouds and vapor trails
We’d go for walks on Everest
We would sleep underneath
The watchful eye of the crescent moon
It might seem ludicrous
I know it sounds cliché
But when she walks into the room
She brings a brighter day
Can’t help but watch her every move
While I pretend to look away
Smitten, bound and gagged
But if I got the chance I’d say
I’d say, “Hey, I’ll treat you like an aeroplane”
I’ll catch you like a falling star
I’ll be your hero astronaut
And we’ll sleep underneath
The waterfall of the Milky Way
But if I wait a little while
I might find the nerve
To find the words to say to her
I find the timing’s right
To wait a little while, a little while
Perfect is a number
That you’re not allowed to say
So when she put me on the spot
I quickly coined a phrase
I said, “Hey, I’ll treat you like an aeroplane”
I’ll feed you clouds and vapor trails
We’ll go for walks on Everest
And we’ll sleep underneath the waterfall
Yeah, we’ll sleep underneath
The watchful eye of the crescent moon.