Fake North
Navigating Shadows: Embracing Darkness in Broken Gate's 'Fake North'
Lyrics
When you’re in the dark
Being in a state of uncertainty or confusion.
Might any light works for you
Any source of light may seem helpful in difficult times.
But honey that is not true
However, relying on false hope or solutions is not advisable.
If you’re soaked in gasoline
Suggesting a dangerous or volatile situation, possibly a metaphor for intense emotions.
Take the rope
Considering a drastic action, symbolized by taking the rope.
But see if it’s tied
Urging caution and assessing the situation before making irreversible decisions.
Don’t forget the last night
Reflecting on the past, particularly a significant and emotional event from the last night.
And how much you cried
Recalling intense emotional experiences, possibly involving crying.
Throw out the candle
Rejecting traditional sources of comfort or guidance, like a candle.
Follow the light that stands
Encouraging following a genuine, reliable source of guidance or inspiration.
If the rope is weak
Dealing with challenges, even if the solution is difficult or risky.
Climb by your hands
Overcoming difficulties through personal effort and determination.
When you just can’t find the north
Feeling lost or directionless in life.
It’s just like back and forth
Describing a situation of uncertainty, possibly with repeated struggles.
Did you think it wouldn’t be like this?
Rhetorical question, questioning the inevitability of the current difficult situation.
Oh baby, please
Pleading for understanding or empathy in a challenging situation.
Maybe the dark is fine (maybe the dark is fine)
Suggesting that darkness or uncertainty may have its own merits.
Better than a fake shine (better than a fake shine)
Preferring authenticity and genuine struggles over superficial or fake positivity.
Maybe the dark is fine (maybe the dark is fine)
Reiterating the potential value of darkness or difficulties.
Better than a fake shine (better than a fake shine)
Emphasizing the superiority of real challenges over false brightness or positivity.
Throw out the candle
Repeating the rejection of conventional comforts like a candle.
Follow the light that stands
Stressing the importance of following a true, reliable path.
If the rope is weak
Dealing with challenges, even if the solution is difficult or risky (repeated).
Climb by your hands
Overcoming difficulties through personal effort and determination (repeated).
Throw out the candle
Repeating the rejection of conventional comforts like a candle.
Follow the light that stands
Stressing the importance of following a true, reliable path.
If the rope is weak
Dealing with challenges, even if the solution is difficult or risky (repeated).
Climb by your hands
Overcoming difficulties through personal effort and determination (repeated).
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