Finis Terrae
Rising Shadows: Embracing Life's Tapestry in 'Finis Terrae'
Lyrics
i can feel the ground under my feet
Feeling the stability and support of the ground beneath one's feet.
gently upholding me
Experiencing a gentle and comforting uplift from the ground.
overhead the clouds laying low
Observing clouds in the sky hanging low, resembling dripping honeycomb.
drip like honeycomb
Describing the visual effect of clouds resembling the texture of honeycomb.
i'll rise again
Expressing a determination to rise again after a challenging experience.
to follow my shadow into the day
Intending to follow one's shadow into the day, suggesting a journey or exploration.
out to the end of the earth
Heading towards the extremity of the Earth, symbolizing a quest or adventure.
down with sun in the water
Descending with the sun into the water, possibly signifying a transition or transformation.
everyday a line in the weave
Highlighting the daily addition to the intricate pattern of life, forming a new tapestry.
a whole and new tapestry
Describing life as a complete and unique woven fabric.
pulling at the fray i can see
Noticing imperfections and challenges but still seeing the beauty in the overall design.
your color in my seam
Acknowledging the impact of others (your color) on one's life (my seam).
i'll rise again
Reiterating the determination to rise again and face the day.
to follow my shadow into the day
Continuing the journey by following one's shadow.
out to the end of the earth
Persisting towards the edge of the Earth, emphasizing determination and exploration.
down with sun in the water
Descending with the sun into the water, possibly symbolizing a cyclical process.
i'll rise again
Reaffirming the commitment to rise again and follow the path into the day.
follow my shadow into the day
Continuing to follow one's shadow into the daylight.
out to the end of the earth
Persisting towards the Earth's extremity, suggesting an ongoing journey.
where we'll burn these dirty old clothes
Anticipating a symbolic act of renewal by burning old, worn-out aspects of life.
lay our muscle and bones
Planning to discard old, burdensome elements and lay bare the core of existence.
we'll burn these dirty old clothes
Repeating the idea of burning old clothes as a metaphor for shedding the past.
lay our muscle and bones
Reiterating the intention to discard the old and reveal the essence of self.
down with sun in the water
Descending with the sun into the water, possibly representing a final transformative act.
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