Lyrics
The sea is in me
The singer expresses a deep connection to the sea within themselves.
The sea is in me, me
Reiteration of the strong internal connection to the sea.
Don't leave me again
A plea not to be abandoned again, suggesting past experiences of separation.
So pilgrims meet on islands?
Rhetorical question about pilgrims meeting on islands, possibly reflecting on the significance of encounters.
Oh, how I've waited to see your face
The singer eagerly anticipates seeing the face of a significant person, emphasizing the longing for connection.
Don't leave me again
Repetition of the plea to avoid being left alone again.
Sand on our knees
Describes being on the sand with someone, possibly symbolizing shared experiences or challenges.
Both our worlds meet
Suggests a meeting point where two different worlds come together, possibly reflecting on unity.
How was it to paint skies mid-flight and cross divinely?
Reflects on the experience of painting skies mid-flight and crossing divinely, expressing a sense of wonder.
Aah
An expression of emotion, possibly indicating a sigh or a moment of contemplation.
There are echoes
Mentions echoes, suggesting recurring memories or sentiments.
Every now and then
Highlights the occasional nature of these echoes, emphasizing their intermittent occurrence.
Whispered in the wind
Suggests that these echoes are whispered in the wind, indicating a subtle and delicate nature.
Other times howling
Contrasts with line 13, suggesting that at other times, the echoes are more intense and forceful.
Aaah
Reiteration of the emotional connection to the sea within the singer.
The sea is in me
Repetition of the earlier statement about the sea being within the singer.
The sea is in me
Continued emphasis on the internalized presence of the sea.
Show me everything
A request to reveal everything, possibly seeking transparency or openness.
I know you've been lurking
Awareness of someone lurking, suggesting a hidden presence or unspoken feelings.
Recurring larks, idle under stars
Describes recurring larks idle under stars, possibly symbolizing repetitive, peaceful moments.
Show me everything
Reiteration of the request to show everything, emphasizing the desire for a complete understanding.
What was it like to raft across the ocean?
Ponders what it was like to raft across the ocean, suggesting a curiosity about challenging journeys.
Through the cumulus valley past the rainbows?
References the cumulus valley and rainbows, possibly symbolizing overcoming challenges and reaching a positive outcome.
Aah
Expression of emotion, similar to line 10, indicating a sigh or contemplative moment.
There are echoes
Reiteration of the presence of echoes, suggesting a persistent theme in the singer's experiences.
Every now and then
Reiterates the occasional nature of these echoes, emphasizing their intermittent occurrence.
Whispered in the wind
Reiterates that the echoes are whispered in the wind, reinforcing the delicate nature of these memories.
Other times howling
Reiterates that at other times, the echoes are more intense and forceful.
Aaah
Reiteration of the emotional connection to the sea within the singer.
Now the sea is in me
Emphasizes the continued internalized presence of the sea.
Following the sun
Suggests following the sun, possibly symbolizing a journey towards enlightenment or positivity.
Comets must go on, love
Indicates that comets must go on, possibly representing the persistence of love or important life events.
Ooh, ooh
Expression of emotion, possibly indicating a moment of joy or celebration.
The sea is in me
Repetition of the statement about the sea being within the singer.
The sea is in me
Continued emphasis on the internalized presence of the sea.
Ooh, ooh, ooh
Repetition of an emotional expression, possibly indicating a heightened emotional state.
The Son is in me
The Son is in me, possibly referencing a spiritual or divine connection.
The Son is in me
Reiteration of the statement about the Son being within the singer, reinforcing the spiritual aspect.
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