Islands Lyrics
The Xx
Lyrics
I don't have to leave anymore
What I have is right here
Spend my nights and days before
Searching the world for what's right here
Underneath and unexplored
Islands and cities I have looked
Here I saw
Something I couldn't over look
I am yours now
So now I don't ever have to leave
I've been found out
So now I'll never explore
See what I've done
That bridge is on fire, yeah
That's the way I've been
I'm froze by desire, no need to leave
Where would I be?
If this were to go under
That's a risk I'd take
I'm froze by desire, as if a choice I'd make
I am yours now
So now I don't ever have to leave
I've been found out
So now I'll never explore
I am yours now (I am yours now)
O now I don't ever have to leave (Ever have to leave)
I've been found out (I've been found out)
So now I'll never explore
So now I'll never explore
Song & Lyrics Facts
The xx - Islands is a single from the band's debut album, xx, released on August 17th 2009. Written by The xx members Romy Madley Croft and Oliver Sim, the song features lyrics of longing for an escape from reality.
It has been praised for its minimalist production style, with the focus being placed upon the vocals of both Croft and Sim. The track was later included in the band's first compilation album, Coexist (2012). The xx have performed the song live at various concerts and festivals since its release. Lyrics such as “Islands just to get away” evoke feelings of escapism and detachment from everyday life.