Longer Shadows
Embracing Life Amidst Changing Seasons
Lyrics
Winter came today and took the sun away
Winter symbolizes a difficult or challenging time that has arrived, taking away the warmth and brightness of the sun.
Leaving me with nothing but the stars to play
The speaker is left with only the stars, suggesting a sense of emptiness or loss in the absence of something important.
But I'm sure that I won't let it bring me down
The speaker expresses resilience, determined not to be brought down by the challenges presented by the arrival of winter.
The rough comes with the smooth but that's what life's about
Recognizing that life includes both difficulties and joys, the speaker acknowledges the ups and downs as integral parts of existence.
Working on the principle that you'll be here
The speaker is working on the principle or belief that someone special will be present, providing strength and support.
I can stand alone for quite a while
Expressing a willingness to stand alone for a while, indicating self-sufficiency but also anticipating the eventual return of a significant other.
I know I can learn to live the changes of the year
The speaker is confident in their ability to adapt to the changes that come with each passing year.
Mellow in the river of your smile
Finding solace and comfort in the metaphorical "river of your smile," suggesting the positivity and warmth derived from a loved one's expression.
I know that the season's Queen can hear me
Acknowledging a connection with nature, possibly addressing a seasonal queen figure, and expressing a belief that she can hear the speaker.
She's brining longer shadows to the trees
The changing season is bringing longer shadows, a metaphor for challenges or difficult times, to the trees.
Perhaps she knows I'd love to have you near me
The speaker suggests that the season's queen is aware of the desire for closeness and is making an effort to please.
So she tries her very best to please, her best to please
(Refrain)
I suppose I'll always have these memories
Expecting to always carry memories until a reunion occurs, emphasizing the enduring nature of certain experiences.
Till we are together once again
Anticipating a future reunion, the speaker looks forward to being together again with a significant other.
Of the days which were so long and lonely
Reflecting on past days that were both long and lonely, highlighting the challenges faced during a period of separation.
Till the longer shadows and all the golden meadows
Referencing the longer shadows and golden meadows as symbols of time passing, indicating a hope or belief that the time for a new beginning is approaching.
Tell me that the time has come for us to live again
Expressing the desire for a renewed life together as signaled by the longer shadows and golden meadows.
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