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Lyrics of Kokomo, IN by Japanese Breakfast
verse
If I could throw my arms around you
For just another day, maybe it′d feel like the first time
Now that you're away, I′ll just spend my life not knowing
How it'd feel to
These days I can't shake the awful feeling
I′m missing something I can′t place, is that you?
Manifesting like the fear of an oven left on
God, I felt so much back then, I was soft as a dune
chorus
If ever you come back
Wherever you find your way to
And though it may not last
Just know that I'll be here longing
verse
I′ll wait, passing time just popping wheelies
And kicking 'round this flyover state
Watching you show off to the world
The parts I fell so hard for
God, I wish we could go back there
Left alone in my room
I know they deserve you too
And maybe I′m not that worthy
chorus
If ever you come back
Wherever you find your way to
And though it may not last
Just know that I'll be here longing
If ever you come back
Wherever you find your way to
And though it may not last
You know that I′ll be here, always
Writer(s): Michelle Chongmi Zauner
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The song 'Kokomo, IN' by Japanese Breakfast reflects on the longing and nostalgia for a past relationship. The lyrics convey a sense of yearning for the return of a significant person, reminiscing about the softness and vulnerability felt during that time. The metaphor of 'soft as a dune' symbolizes the emotional openness and sensitivity experienced in the past, contrasting with the current feelings of missing and waiting. The track captures the bittersweet emotions of hoping for a reunion while acknowledging the uncertainties and doubts about worthiness.
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Themes
Longing and nostalgia
• Just know that I'll be here longing
• If I could throw my arms around you
• God, I wish we could go back there
Unrequited love
• I'll just spend my life not knowing
• I know they deserve you too
• And maybe I'm not that worthy
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Moods
Heartbreak, love, nostalgia, angst, reflection
Rating: PG
Lyrics to be enjoyed with parental supervision
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Album • 2021 • 10 tracks
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