Discover the poetic beauty in ‘Imperfect Tense’ by A. Turner. 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 A. Turner or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
Naked and retched and retching on a hotel bathroom floor,
Somewhere in the City
Three days no sleeping,
Not eating, not feeling good anymore
Drenched in sweat and self-pity now,
It’s not a pretty sight
What to say in my defense, I was imperfect tense
Used to have such balance, but I don’t know where it went
So won’t you be my present sense
Breaking, I’m shaking, it’s taking a long long time
To come down off this murderous medication
Trying to remember, my reasons for running myself
Into the ground with such dedication
What to say in my defense, I was imperfect tense
Used to have such balance, but I don’t know where it went
So won’t you be my present sense, sense
‘Cause it’s not meant to be
I am lost at sea
So mermaids sing to me
Of the better times and the things that can be
Like the diamonds in the Mediterranean sea
Or the beatings and sleeping and times that I took
And of washing the drink and the drugs from my blood
And I’ve nothing to say in my defense
I’m far from perfect I’m still tense
They say that love can change you once
Please say that love can change me once
Come on change me