Push Upstairs

Significado de la letra

Tina, a woman living in Berlin, rarely leaves messages on the narrator's answering machine, but tonight, her voice is present and comforting. The narrator finds himself in a state of flux, feeling like he is on the market, where words and emotions flow rapidly between them, like a thin, salty membrane. The image of a seed and circles in the air conjure a sense of growth and potential between them.

The narrator contemplates the connection with Tina, feeling her intentions and smiles through the metaphorical cloud that separates them. The lyrics hint at a past version of the narrator, symbolized by a blonde woman who carries something significant, perhaps representing a previous self that has evolved.

There is a sense of push and pull in the lyrics, with references to pushing away, being pushed, and intentions of love intertwining with desire. The imagery of a blue plastic girl and a boyfriend blond adds a surreal quality to the song, as well as a reflection on relationships and identity.

The lyrics convey a sense of observation and introspection, with faces watching and being watched, blurring the lines between reality and perception. Ultimately, the repetitive nature of the chorus emphasizes the theme of pushing and pulling, love and desire, creating a dreamlike atmosphere in the listener's mind.