I'm Waking Up To Us

Belle And Sebastian · Other Songs - Belle And Sebastian

i need someone to take some joy in something i do

you need a man who's either rich or losing a screw

you know i love you here's the irony

you're going to walk away intact

i think you never liked me anyway

you like yourself and you like

men to kiss your arse

expensive clothes

please stop me there

i think i'm waking up to us

we're a disaster

you don't want to know me

'cause you move in circles of the brave

where art defines their lives



she was the one love of my life, and i let her go

and if i look like death today,

then please let her know

i never wanted to do harm to her

i only wanted her to see

the beauty of the world surrounding her

but when she opened up her eyes

it's much too late

our chance has gone

she's with a guy

who takes the price for everything i ever showed her

digging all the fun

because she's older

i fed her with a spoon

i made her mother smile

i helped the kid survive



she was the one love of my life,

she showed me the road

i loved her dog, her steady gaze, the chapter is closed

i always wanted all the best for her

the best thing was to stay away

she grew up and she left the rest of us

and now the understanding's gone

i haven't changed, how could i?

i'm pretty much the same person

i cannot keep the anger hidden anymore

but lucky for you, you are not around

my anger turns to pity and to love

the season has arrived

I'm Waking Up To Us

Belle and Sebastian have long been celebrated for their introspective songwriting and delicate indie pop arrangements. 'I'm Waking Up To Us' continues the band's tradition of exploring intimate relationships through gentle melodies and thoughtful lyrics. While the track stands as a distinct recording, it reflects the group's enduring commitment to crafting emotionally resonant music that balances melancholy with hope. The song fits comfortably within their broader discography, showcasing the nuanced vocal delivery and understated instrumentation that have defined their sound since the mid-1990s. Listeners familiar with their earlier albums will recognize the familiar warmth and lyrical precision that characterize the band's work, making this a compelling addition to their extensive catalogue of songs about love and self-discovery.