Couldn't Call It Unexpected No. 4
Echoes of Regret: Unveiling Life's Poignant Portrait
Lyrics
I saw a girl who'd found her consolation
The speaker observed a girl who had found solace or comfort.
She said "One day my Prince of Peace will come"
She expressed hope that someday, her ultimate source of peace or happiness would arrive.
Above her head a portrait of her father
A painting or representation of her father was positioned above her.
The wilted favor that he gave her still fastened to the frame
The dried flower or token her father gave her was still attached to the frame of the portrait.
"They've got his bones and everything he owns
Others have possession of her father's remains and belongings, but she possesses his name.
I've got his name"
A reflection on the difference in what others have of her father versus what she holds.
Well you can laugh at this sentimental story
Despite the sentimental nature, ridicule may occur, but eventual reconciliation will be necessary.
But in time you'll have to make amends
Over time, one will need to make up for past actions or attitudes.
The sudden chill where lovers doubt their immortality
A moment of uncertainty in a relationship where doubts about everlasting love emerge.
As the clouds cover the sky the evening ends
Comparing doubts in love to the encroaching darkness as evening arrives.
Describing a picture of eyes finally closing
Depicting the closure of one's eyes, akin to the final moments of life.
As you sometimes glimpse terrible faces in the fire
Seeing unsettling or frightening images reflected in flames, akin to witnessing distressing truths.
We'll I'm the lucky goon
The speaker identifies themselves as fortunate for creating this song.
Who composed this tune
The song was crafted from observing birds positioned on a high wire.
From birds arranged on the high wire
Empty line (no specific meaning provided).
Who on earth is tapping at the window?
Pondering about someone knocking on the window, questioning their identity.
Does that face still linger at the pane?
Wondering if the mentioned person's face still lingers outside.
I saw you shiver though the room was like a furnace
Despite the room being very warm, the observer noticed someone shivering, implying internal discomfort.
A shadow of regret across a young mother's face
An indication of remorse or sadness evident on the face of a young mother.
So toll the bell or rock the cradle
Asking for either the tolling of a bell or the rocking of a cradle, perhaps seeking solace or peace in the face of uncertainty.
Please don't let me fear anything I cannot explain
Requesting not to be made fearful by things that defy explanation.
I can't believe, I'll never believe in anything again
Expressing disbelief or loss of faith in believing in anything henceforth.
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