Some Of Us

Starsailor's song 'Some Of Us' delves into the complexities of human emotions and the various ways people cope with life's challenges. The opening lines, 'I heard you today / That isn't my name / You were fast asleep,' suggest a sense of disconnection and perhaps a longing for recognition or understanding. The protagonist seems to be grappling with their identity and seeking solace, as indicated by the line, 'Can I be the kid for your soul to keep?'

The chorus, 'Some of us laugh, some of us cry / Some of us smoke, some of us lie,' highlights the diverse coping mechanisms people employ to navigate their lives. This repetition underscores the universality of these experiences, suggesting that everyone has their own way of dealing with emotional turmoil. The phrase 'But it's all just a way that we cope with our lives' serves as a reminder that these actions, whether positive or negative, are ultimately attempts to manage the complexities of existence.

In the verse, 'I've grown to see / The philosophy of my own mistrust / We all have our faults / But mine come in waves / That you turn into rust,' the singer reflects on personal flaws and mistrust. The imagery of faults coming in waves and turning into rust suggests a corrosive effect on relationships and self-perception. The song concludes with a sense of resolution and acceptance, as the protagonist finds solace and acknowledges the transient nature of control and possession, 'My wondering soul found solace at last / I wanted to know how long it would last / She's losing control, she's coming down fast / The heart that I stole, I'm not giving back / Never giving back.' This ending implies a complex interplay of love, loss, and the desire for permanence in an impermanent world.