Child
Echoes of Eternal Youth: Unveiling the Enigmatic Tale in Edward Sharpe's 'Child'
Lyrics
The voices in my head are shadows, shadows
The internal thoughts or doubts in the speaker's mind are like elusive shadows.
She comes to me, to tell me what they're after
A female figure, possibly a muse or guide, communicates with the speaker about the intentions of the shadows.
Says it ain't the end boy but you best be careful, careful
Despite challenges, the speaker is told that it's not the end, but caution is advised.
Might catch your tail end in a circle, circle
A warning that careless actions may lead to getting trapped in a repetitive cycle.
The ocean how she moves in ripples, ripples
The speaker observes the ocean's movements, possibly symbolizing the unpredictable nature of life.
In flashing lights I swear she was an old film
Describing a moment where the woman appears cinematic, perhaps a nostalgic or dreamlike image.
Then the color bleeds and she becomes an angel, angel, hmm
The cinematic image transforms into an angelic figure, suggesting a profound and positive change.
Calls out to me like a siren to a scoundrel
The woman calls out to the speaker, resembling a siren luring a rogue or troublemaker.
I say come on child, and I say come on child
The speaker encourages someone, possibly the mentioned child, to come forward.
The blanket where she hides by virgin lights
A description of a place of comfort or hiding for the woman, illuminated by pure or untouched lights.
Look to the sea where the cotton hits the turnpike
A reference to a specific location where nature (cotton) meets human development (turnpike).
Staring at her needs but I don't have the words right, words right now
The speaker acknowledges the woman's needs but struggles to express them verbally at the moment.
If up to me might make her turn right, turn right
The speaker wishes to influence the woman's choices, guiding her towards a positive direction.
Lost another one but she still smiles, smiles
Despite facing loss, the woman maintains a cheerful demeanor.
Black lovin' eyes and a stare that sees for miles
The woman is described with intense, perceptive eyes, possibly implying wisdom or experience.
Says she wants to be, oh wants to stay a child, child now
The woman expresses a desire to remain a child, possibly embracing innocence or avoiding the harsh realities of adulthood.
And wonders why we ever ever have to die
A contemplation on the inevitability of death and a questioning of its necessity.
And I say come on child and I say come on child
The speaker continues to encourage the childlike spirit to emerge despite existential ponderings.
Just a touch I'm gonna carry, carry
A promise to carry a gentle touch, symbolizing a tender and caring approach.
Another time where our palm shared the same line
A recollection of a shared moment, suggesting a connection with another person in the past.
The accent of a kiss whispers we're married, married now
The power of a kiss is highlighted, implying a sense of commitment or union.
It's either love or just the sun in my eyes and I say come on child
The speaker acknowledges the influence of either love or the blinding effects of the sun in their perspective.
And I say come on child
A repeated encouragement for the childlike spirit to emerge.
Love love love love love
The concluding emphasis on love as a driving force in the speaker's perspective.
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