Discover the story of the song > In A Manner Of Speaking – Tuxedomoon

The song is about the protagonist's struggle to express his feelings for his partner through words. He admires how his partner can communicate without saying anything, but he's frustrated that love in silence can sometimes lead to misunderstandings. The protagonist wishes he could find the right words to express everything he feels for her without sacrificing their relationship. The chorus repeats the desire for words that can tell everything without actually saying anything.