Pictures of You Lyrics – The Cure
Pictures of You Song Lyrics
[Verse 1: Robert Smith]
I've been looking so long at these pictures of you
That I almost believe that they're real
I've been living so long with my pictures of you
That I almost believe that the pictures are all I can feel
[Verse 2: Robert Smith]
Remembering you standing quiet in the rain
As I ran to your heart to be near
And we kissed as the sky fell in, holding you close
How I always held close in your fear
[Verse 3: Robert Smith]
Remembering you running soft through the night
You were bigger and brighter and wider than snow
And screamed at the make-believe, screamed at the sky
And you finally found all your courage to let it all go
[Verse 4: Robert Smith]
Remembering you fallen into my arms
Crying for the death of your heart
You were stone white, so delicate, lost in the cold
You were always so lost in the dark
[Verse 5: Robert Smith]
Remembering you, how you used to be
Slow drowned, you were angels
So much more than everything
Hold for the last time then slip away quietly
Open my eyes, but I never see anything
[Bridge: Robert Smith]
If only I'd thought of the right words
I could have held on to your heart
If only I'd thought of the right words
I wouldn't be breaking apart
All my pictures of you
[Verse 6: Robert Smith]
Looking so long at these pictures of you
But I never hold on to your heart
Looking so long for the words to be true
And always just breaking apart
My pictures of you
[Outro: Robert Smith]
There was nothing in the world
That I ever wanted more
Than to feel you deep in my heart
There was nothing in the world
That I ever wanted more
Than to never feel the breaking apart
All my pictures of you
Pictures Of You Lyrics Explained
The lyrics of "Pictures of You" by The Cure depict a deep sense of longing and nostalgia for a lost love. The singer reflects on memories captured in pictures, expressing a profound emotional connection to the past. The verses unravel moments of joy, intimacy, and heartbreak, creating a vivid portrayal of a relationship that has slipped away. The recurring theme revolves around the impact of time on love and the struggle to hold onto fleeting moments.
[Verse 1]
In the first verse, the singer expresses the intense impact of constantly gazing at pictures of the beloved. There's a blurred line between reality and illusion, conveying the power of memories to shape one's perception of what is real. The repetition of "almost believe" suggests a yearning for the past and a struggle to reconcile it with the present.
[Verse 2]
The second verse paints a poignant picture of a moment in the rain, symbolizing the intensity of emotions. The sky falling in as they kissed signifies a moment frozen in time. The reference to holding close in fear speaks to the vulnerability and closeness shared in the face of life's challenges.
[Verse 3]
The third verse vividly describes the brightness and expansiveness of the loved one, contrasting with the make-believe and the sky. The courage to let go suggests a transformative experience, perhaps implying a separation or departure.
[Verse 4]
The fourth verse delves into the pain of witnessing the loved one's emotional struggles, describing them as "stone white" and delicate, lost in the cold darkness. The image of falling into the singer's arms and crying for the death of the heart portrays a profound sense of loss.
[Verse 5]
This verse reflects on the evolution of the loved one, from a state of slow drowning to an angelic presence. The plea to hold for the last time emphasizes the transient nature of life and love, with the realization that things slip away quietly.
[Bridge]
The bridge expresses regret for not finding the right words to hold onto the loved one's heart, reinforcing the theme of longing and the inability to prevent the relationship from breaking apart.
[Verse 6]
The sixth verse reiterates the singer's inability to hold on to the essence of the loved one, expressing a perpetual cycle of searching for the right words and continually breaking apart emotionally.
[Outro]
The outro emphasizes the profound desire to feel the presence of the loved one in the heart, underscoring the inescapable yearning for a connection that has been lost. The repetition of the phrase "pictures of you" throughout the song signifies the enduring impact of memories on the singer's emotions.
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Cast & Crew
- Album
- The Cure (Singles)
- Artist / Band
- Lead Vocalist
- Robert Smith
- Producer(s)
- Dave Allen & Robert Smith
- Writter(s)
- Simon Gallup, Pearl Thompson, Boris Williams, Roger O’Donnell & Robert Smith
- Released On
- May 2, 1989
The Cure (Singles) Songs
- 1.A Forest
- 2.Boys Don’t Cry
- 3.Close to Me
- 4.Disintegration
- 5.Friday I’m in Love
- 6.In Between Days
- 7.Just Like Heaven
- 8.Lovesong
- 9.Lullaby
- 10.Pictures of You
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FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "Pictures of You" song?
"Pictures of You" song is sung by The Cure (Robert Smith is the lead vocalist).
Who is the lyrics writer of "Pictures of You" song?
"Pictures of You" song lyrics written by Simon Gallup, Pearl Thompson, Boris Williams, Roger O’Donnell & Robert Smith.
Who is the music producer of "Pictures of You" song?
"Pictures of You" song music composed & produced by Dave Allen & Robert Smith.
When was "Pictures of You" song released?
"Pictures of You" song was released on May 2, 1989.