Europe's Burning
Europe's Burning: A Melodic Reflection on Life's Turmoil
Lyrics
With restless limbs hidden from the light
Expressing a sense of restlessness and secrecy, as someone's limbs are hidden in the darkness.
my tired girl lies awake at night
Describing a weary girl who is unable to sleep, possibly due to a challenging situation.
waiting for tomorrow and the coming of a child
Anticipation of the future and the arrival of a child, suggesting hope and waiting for a positive change.
while the world is gently spinning out of time
Observing a world that seems to be losing its natural rhythm or order.
the neon lights that spell 'we lost the war'
Noticing bright neon lights spelling out a message of defeat or loss in war.
are shining brighter than they ever did before
Highlighting the intensification of these defeatist lights, possibly indicating a worsening situation.
every day is like the next day, can’t help but being bored
Expressing a sense of monotony in life, with days feeling repetitive and boring.
my soul is weary and my heart is sore
Conveying emotional fatigue and sorrow in the speaker's soul and heart.
Cause Europe's burning and we're running late
Linking personal struggles to a broader context, with the phrase "Europe's burning" suggesting societal turmoil.
fish are jumping at the Watergate
Using metaphorical language, possibly referencing historical events (Watergate), to convey a sense of urgency.
the sky is breaking and it's gonna rain
Describing a breaking sky and the impending rain, symbolizing challenges and difficulties.
the ice is melting but I'm feeling great
Contrasting the negative elements with personal positivity, as the speaker feels great despite the melting ice.
Cause sitting pretty is our favorite drug
Describing complacency or contentment as a preferred state of being, using the phrase "sitting pretty."
we join the masses in the search for God
Joining others in a collective search for meaning or spiritual fulfillment.
everyone I talk to seem to know what's up
Observing a shared understanding among people, perhaps about the challenges faced by society.
all we need is time and lots and lots of love
Stating that time and love are essential elements needed to address societal issues.
Cause Europe's burning and we're running late
Reiterating the theme of societal turmoil and urgency, connecting personal experiences to broader issues.
fish are jumping at the Watergate
Continuing the metaphorical references, suggesting movement or actions related to historical events.
the sky is breaking and it's gonna rain
Emphasizing the imminent challenges represented by a breaking sky and impending rain.
the ice is melting, but I'm feeling great
Repeating the contrast between external challenges (melting ice) and the speaker's positive outlook.
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