Two birds on a wire One tries to fly away And the other watches him close from that wire He says he wants to as well But he is a liar

Author:

Regina Spektor

Source:

Song: Two Birds Album: Far Released: 2009 Artist: Regina Spektor Genres: Alternative/Indie, Pop

Keywords:

freedom, friendship, Love, waiting

Notes:

There are many interpretations of this song verse, but I believe it to be about a man’s fear of commitment in a relationship. With further attention paid to the lyrics it could symbolise a friendship or homosexual relationship.

Submited by:

Clover Hill

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Two birds on a wire One tries to fly away And the other watches him close from that wire He says he wants to as well But he is a liar

Regina Spektor

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