Substance
Embracing Shadows: Unveiling the Depths of Love and Suffering in 'Substance'
Lyrics
Smoke drips from the serpent's kiss
Smoke symbolizes a mysterious or elusive presence, possibly associated with deceit or danger.
Your lips are red undeniably met
The vivid redness of lips signifies an unmistakable encounter, a notable and passionate connection.
By the ghost of sorrow
A lingering feeling of sadness or regret, embodied by a ghost.
Your tears are hollow
Tears lacking genuine emotion, suggesting a sense of emptiness or emotional numbness.
Tonight, you are the muse
The person is an inspiration or source of creative influence for the speaker.
In the cold you wait for someone to say
In a desolate environment, the person awaits acknowledgment or affirmation from others.
"The love we give clears all our sins"
A belief that love has the power to absolve sins and provide redemption.
Reflecting back is yourself from the past
Contemplation of one's own past, possibly with regret or self-reflection.
A Shell of shame that lays in the grave
A metaphorical representation of shame that remains unresolved and buried.
Impending darkness please show me the way
An impending sense of darkness or uncertainty, seeking guidance.
I will follow your voice till the light decays
A commitment to follow the guidance of impending darkness until the end.
I've fallen in love with the ghost of the rain
Falling in love with the intangible and transient, represented by the ghost of the rain.
You've taught me everything to end my suffering
The person has been a guide, imparting wisdom or knowledge to alleviate suffering.
It's healing me
The experience is bringing about healing and recovery.
Do you see it too?
A question directed at someone, asking if they also perceive the healing process.
Impending darkness please show me the way
Reiteration of the desire for guidance from impending darkness.
I will follow your voice till the light decays
Continued commitment to follow the guidance until the inevitable decay of light.
I've fallen in love with the ghost of the rain
Reaffirmation of falling in love with the elusive and intangible, seeking further guidance.
You've taught me everything to end my suffering
The person has provided the knowledge needed to overcome suffering.
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