All This And Heaven Too

Florence + The Machine's song 'All This And Heaven Too' delves into the complexities of human emotions and the struggle to articulate them. The lyrics poignantly express the idea that the heart has its own language, one that is difficult to translate into words. This language is conveyed through subtle gestures, sighs, and even grand deeds, yet remains elusive and hard to grasp fully. Despite the singer's education and attempts to understand and express these feelings, the words often escape her, returning damaged and inadequate.

The chorus emphasizes the singer's desperation to comprehend and articulate these emotions, even if only for a moment. She would give everything, including heaven, to understand the meaning of the word that encapsulates her feelings. This longing is a central theme, highlighting the frustration and yearning that come with trying to make sense of complex emotions. The repetition of the chorus underscores the depth of this desire and the futility she feels in her attempts.

The song also touches on the inadequacy of language to capture the full spectrum of human emotions. The singer laments that her stumbling phrases and scrawled words never amount to the profound feelings she experiences. This sentiment is encapsulated in the line, 'Words were never so useful,' suggesting that some emotions are beyond the reach of language. The song concludes with the idea of a new, uncharted language of the heart, one that the singer is only beginning to discover. This exploration of emotional expression and the limitations of language makes 'All This And Heaven Too' a deeply resonant and introspective piece.