Once Was

Metamorphosis of Identity: Embracing Change
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Lyrics

What I once was could never be

Reflecting on a past self that is fundamentally unattainable or irretrievable.

What I once was could never be

Reiteration of the idea that the speaker's previous state is unachievable or has changed.


Things that used to be have faded slowly

Acknowledging the fading of things that were once significant or prominent in the speaker's life.

They say if you have faith it's only easier

Expressing a belief that having faith makes facing challenges or changes easier.

Pray to God and wait for death's emotion

Suggesting a resigned attitude towards life, contemplating divine intervention or fate.


What I once was could never be

Reiteration emphasizing the unattainable nature of the speaker's past self.

What I once was could never be

Further emphasizing the unachievable nature of the past.


Pray to God and wait for death's in motion

Repetition of the idea of waiting for death, possibly suggesting a contemplation of mortality.

They said if you have faith it's only easier

Reaffirming the idea that faith makes facing difficulties easier.


Time will change

Acknowledging the inevitability of change with the passage of time.

Things will change in time

Expressing a belief in the transformative power of time on situations.


Space and time wander slowly

Describing the gradual movement of space and time, possibly symbolizing life's journey.

Wake and tide come to me

Mentioning the cyclical nature of waking and tides, suggesting a rhythm to life.

Flowing fire, spitting flames

Using imagery of flowing fire and spitting flames, possibly symbolizing passion or challenges.

Peace and time come through me

Expressing a desire for peace and the passage of time to bring positive changes.


Time will change

Reiteration of the inevitability of change over time.

Things will change in time

Reaffirming the belief that things will change as time progresses.

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