Holy Ghost
Seeking Redemption in the Whisper of the Holy Ghost
Lyrics
Who are we sometimes I wonder
Questioning the identity of individuals, pondering whether they are driven by personal gain or genuine affection.
Mercenaries or lovers
Consideration of whether people act as hired soldiers driven by self-interest or as individuals driven by love.
On this side of the thunder
Reflecting on the uncertainty and difficulties faced while navigating life's challenges.
It can be awful hard to know
Expressing the challenge of distinguishing motives and intentions in complex situations.
Sell our love for the paycheck or
Contemplating the potential choice between sacrificing love for financial gain or enduring hardships for emotional connection.
Spend the night on the freight deck
Referring to spending nights in uncomfortable places, possibly suggesting sacrifices made for survival or dedication to a cause.
For all the dues that we collect
Highlighting the accumulation of debts or obligations in life that can strain the heart.
Our hearts can be overdrawn
Describing emotional exhaustion or strain caused by giving more than one has.
Dead in the water
Feeling devoid of vitality or direction, akin to being helpless.
Like lamb to the slaughter
Comparing a vulnerable state to being led to a situation of vulnerability or danger.
If the wind doesn't sing her song
Expressing a longing for something uplifting or inspiring, which might not be present.
And I'm speaking in tongues
Metaphorically expressing a desire for spiritual connection or understanding.
'Cause I need a Holy Ghost
Expressing a need for a divine or spiritual presence to guide and support.
The geeks they can smell when you're coming
Suggesting an ability to detect impending challenges or dangers.
Even out in the cold
Implying the persistence of challenges even in adverse conditions.
They'll wait you out yeah
Highlighting the endurance and persistence of challenges, grinding down individuals.
They'll grind you down
Emphasizing the inevitability of individuals facing consequences or retribution for their actions.
But they're gonna get what they're owed
Expressing the idea that justice will eventually prevail, granting what's deserved.
I know the red thread unravels
Referring to the unraveling of destiny or life's plan, acknowledging uncertainties.
I know you're blue and you're black
Describing emotional states of feeling sad and bruised.
But there's still time if you don't mind
Implies the possibility of redemption or change despite difficult circumstances.
The way that the odds are stacked
Recognizing the challenging odds stacked against someone.
Dead in the water
Reiterating a feeling of helplessness or being stuck in a difficult situation.
Lamb to the slaughter
Repeating the comparison of vulnerability or helplessness to a sacrificial situation.
If the wind doesn't sing her song
Expressing the need for a favorable change or inspiration.
And I'm speaking in tongues
Reemphasizing the longing for spiritual connection or guidance.
'Cause I need a Holy Ghost
Reiterating the need for divine or spiritual guidance.
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