It's Only Natural

Crowded House's song 'It's Only Natural' delves into the profound and inevitable nature of love and human connection. The lyrics explore the idea that certain emotions and desires are intrinsic to our being, much like natural phenomena such as ice melting or water boiling. The opening lines, 'Ice will melt, water will boil / You and I can shake off this mortal coil,' suggest that just as these physical processes are unavoidable, so too is the bond between the singer and their beloved. This connection is described as something 'bigger than us,' indicating its overwhelming and all-encompassing nature.

The chorus, 'It's only natural that I should want to be there with you / It's only natural that you should feel the same way too,' reinforces the theme of inevitability in love. The use of the word 'natural' implies that these feelings are not forced or contrived but are instead a fundamental part of human experience. The song also touches on the comfort and ease that comes with being with someone who understands you deeply, as seen in the lines, 'You've seen me at my worst / And it won't be the last time I'm down there.' This suggests a relationship built on acceptance and mutual understanding.

Furthermore, the song acknowledges the uncertainties and fears that come with love, as expressed in the lines, 'But we'll be shaking like mud, buildings of glass / Sink into the bay, they'll be under the rocks again.' Despite these fears, the singer remains confident in the naturalness of their desire to be with their partner. The repeated assertion that 'It's only natural' serves as a comforting reminder that love, with all its complexities and challenges, is an inherent and beautiful part of life.