Shade and the Black Hat
Unveiling Shadows: Jeremy Enigk's Poetic Reflections on Life and Regret
Lyrics
Shade and the black hat don't tell me
Feeling of secrecy and mystery associated with a shade and a black hat, with a plea not to reveal something.
i've paid my regards pouring in wine
Expressing having shown respect or paid tribute, possibly through a symbolic act involving wine.
what i've seen it tears me inside
Inner turmoil caused by witnessing something profound or emotionally intense.
can they hear me when i speak
A question about the effectiveness of communication, wondering if one's words are heard.
my knees bowed
A physical expression of submission or humility, possibly in response to the emotional turmoil mentioned earlier.
who fell here time away
Reference to someone who has fallen or experienced a setback, possibly related to the earlier inner turmoil.
shame married to go towards
The concept of shame being committed to moving forward, suggesting a struggle against internal conflicts.
don't tell me i've paid my regards
A repetition of the plea not to disclose something, emphasizing the importance of paying respects.
pouring in wine what i've seen
Reiteration of the act of pouring wine as a symbolic gesture, connected to witnessing something and paying respects.
it tears me apart can they hear me
Emphasizing the emotional impact of what has been witnessed and questioning if the speaker's feelings are understood by others.
when i speak my tongue's tied.
Expression of difficulty in speaking, suggesting internal conflict or inhibition in conveying thoughts or emotions.
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