Ghost Waltz
Ethereal Dreams Unveiled: Ghost Waltz by Kimarie Sky
Lyrics
My mind's in the trees with the birds when they sleep
Expressing a mental state of being connected with nature, particularly with birds during their sleep.
Aas our ghosts float up t'wards the moon
Describing a departure of souls ("ghosts") towards the moon, suggesting a transcendent journey.
Though lifeless we seem, we're still holding the string
Despite appearing lifeless, there is a connection or responsibility ("holding the string") that implies a future release.
That someday we will have to let go
Anticipating a moment in the future when they will have to let go of something significant.
Though sometimes I get caught in the tide
Getting entangled in life's challenges or uncertainties, represented by the metaphor of being caught in the tide.
Shaking hands showing teeth searching eyes
Describing physical and emotional reactions – shaking hands, showing teeth, and searching eyes – possibly in response to difficulties.
And the things in my hands tie me down where I stand
Objects or responsibilities in the speaker's hands act as constraints, anchoring them in a particular place.
When from somewhere you call me back home to your side
Being called back home from an external source, suggesting a comforting or stabilizing force.
And life's but a dream made of leavers and strings
Life is metaphorically depicted as a dream woven from departures ("leavers") and connections ("strings").
As our ghosts float up t'wards the moon
Reiteration of the souls' journey towards the moon, emphasizing the transcendental nature of the experience.
While peaceful we lay not afraid of the day
Even in a state of peace or rest, there is an absence of fear concerning the inevitable moment of letting go.
When we let go and all fly away
Anticipating a collective release, where all entities involved will "fly away" after letting go.
Though sometimes I get caught in the tide
Revisiting the theme of being caught in life's uncertainties or challenges, represented by the tide metaphor.
Shaking hands showing teeth searching eyes
Repetition of physical and emotional reactions, emphasizing the impact of external factors on the speaker.
And the things in my hands tie me down where I stand
The things held by the speaker continue to act as constraints, keeping them anchored in a specific place or situation.
When from somewhere you call me back home to your side
Being called back home again, highlighting the recurring need for a comforting or stabilizing force.
And life's but a dream made of leavers and strings
Reiteration of life as a dream shaped by departures and connections, emphasizing its cyclical nature.
As our ghosts float up t'wards the moon
Repeating the imagery of souls ascending towards the moon, underscoring the spiritual and ethereal aspect of the journey.
While peaceful we lay not afraid of the day
In a state of peace, untroubled by the approaching day of letting go, suggesting acceptance and tranquility.
When we let go and all fly away
Anticipating the collective departure, symbolized by all entities flying away after the moment of release.
So who's ready to find a new way
Prompting contemplation about embracing a new path or approach, inviting a sense of readiness for change.
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