Cherry Blossom Lyrics – Joshua Bassett

[Intro]
The repetition of "Oh my, my, my cherry blossom" sets a dreamy and affectionate tone, immediately introducing the central metaphor of the song: cherry blossoms. This symbolizes delicate, beautiful, and fleeting moments.

[Verse 1]
Joshua Bassett describes a picturesque scene of cherry blossoms on a sundress and summer skin on the grass, evoking the fresh and vibrant imagery of a perfect summer day. The act of picking a flower and praying it lasts signifies the desire to hold onto beautiful moments that inevitably pass too quickly.

[Pre-Chorus]
Here, Joshua reflects on the intensity of their conversations and the swift, headfirst dive into their relationship. Despite growing older, they still feel young and capable of deep, passionate feelings.

[Chorus]
The chorus is a plea for the relationship to endure beyond the fleeting summer. The repetition of "Oh my, my, my cherry blossom" emphasizes the yearning for the beloved to stay through autumn, a metaphor for hoping their love will last as seasons change.

[Verse 2]
This verse captures a casual yet intimate scene where Joshua picks up his partner for a picnic. He questions if it's too soon to call what they have love, indicating the early stages of their romance. The image of kids kissing in the sun highlights a sense of innocence and purity in their love.

[Pre-Chorus]
Repeating the theme of intense conversations and falling deeply for each other, Joshua emphasizes their youth and the fresh, exhilarating nature of their relationship.

[Chorus]
The chorus reiterates the longing for the relationship to last beyond the summer, with the repetition underscoring the depth of Joshua's feelings and hopes.

[Bridge]
The bridge repeats the imagery from the first verse, reinforcing the beauty and transient nature of their moments together. It highlights the cyclical aspect of their experience and the inevitable passing of time.

[Chorus]
The final chorus once again expresses the desire for their love to persist through the changing seasons, with Joshua falling deeper into his feelings for his partner.

[Outro]
The outro echoes the chorus and intro, bringing the song full circle. The repeated "I'm falling" suggests that Joshua is surrendering to his emotions, accepting the vulnerability that comes with deep affection.