Flash Lyrics
I'm a flash, oh, you were blinded by the love I had
I'm a flash, the light could only get in through the cracks
[Chorus]
And you've gotta do the right thing, do the right thing, baby
You're the white swan in the photograph
Do the right thing, do the right thing, baby
You're the white swan in the photograph
[Verse 2]
When they crashed the helicopters in my heart, it ripped
Cut in half, you saw me lying there bleeding to death
[Chorus]
And you had to do the right thing, do the right thing, baby
You're the white swan in the photograph
Do the right thing, do the right thing, baby
You're the white swan in the photograph
[Bridge]
Now I stand on the stage
I forget my lines to your play "Satan's Imagination"
And a voice in my head's causing suicide searching for any way to remember them
[Chorus]
And you've got to do the right thing, do the right thing, baby
You're the white swan in the photograph
Do the right thing, do the right thing, baby
You're the white swan in my photograph
About
The story follows two lonely souls who meet on a rainy night in a bustling city. Both are tired of the monotony of their lives and yearn for an escape from reality.
In a magical instant, their eyes meet, and the world seems to stand still. In that flash, they feel an instant and deep connection. They recognize each other as kindred spirits and decide to leave everything else behind to follow that feeling.
During a night filled with adventures, they immerse themselves in a bubble of happiness and freedom. They stray away from the noise of the city and venture into a nighttime landscape of bright lights and twinkling stars. Together, they discover a small corner of tranquility and bliss where time stands still.
However, like a flash, reality starts to fade. As the sun rises on the horizon, their encounter comes to an end. Despite their resistance, they must return to their everyday lives.
As they each walk away, the memory of that fleeting yet powerful encounter lingers in their hearts. They hold onto that experience as a treasure, a reminder that somewhere, at some point, they found a glimpse of heaven amidst the chaos.
The song “Flash” by Cigarettes After Sex encapsulates this story of a brief but significant encounter, inviting listeners to reflect on the transience of happiness and the importance of living in the present moment.
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