Lyrics
Remember oceans
Recollection of expansive memories, possibly representing depth and vast experiences.
Violet parasols
Imagery of violet parasols, suggesting a picturesque scene and beauty.
Black sand beach, where we'd lay
Describing a black sand beach where significant moments were shared.
You had stones for irises
Metaphorical portrayal of the other person's eyes as stones, perhaps indicating a hardened or unique perspective.
I was so sure it was fate
Expressing a strong belief that the connection was destined.
Sea was lapdancing the tide
Symbolic description of the sea's movements as a dance, setting a rhythmic tone.
He said "Don't look back, we're heading south"
Instruction not to dwell on the past, emphasizing a forward journey.
I loved this world with all I had
Deep affection for the world, conveying a sense of appreciation.
Now I'm ready to go
Transitioning to a readiness to move on or let go.
Waltz me to the grave
Call to be waltzed to the grave, a metaphor for embracing the end with grace.
Savour every moment we've made
Encouragement to cherish every moment shared.
Dance me down to the ground that I came from
Symbolic request to be guided back to one's origins.
Waltz me to the grave
Reiteration of the desire to be waltzed to the grave, reinforcing the theme of acceptance.
Waltz me into sleep that won't wake
Desire to be waltzed into a peaceful sleep that is permanent.
Spin me round to the sound that I came from
Reference to returning to the familiar sound or essence of life.
Holy head of stone
Introduction of a "holy head of stone," possibly representing a transcendent or divine presence.
Finally I am found
Sense of being found or discovering one's purpose.
So dance me down to the ground
Repetition of the request to be danced down to the ground, connecting to the theme of acceptance.
Remember floating on lakes of evergreen
Recollection of floating on lakes, portraying serene moments in nature.
So much love and disarray
Acknowledgment of both love and chaos in the past.
You were always my unrest
Identification of the other person as a source of unrest.
But I was so sure it was fate
Reiteration of the belief in fate despite uncertainties.
Sea was lapdancing the tide
Continuation of the metaphorical dance of the sea and tide.
He said "Don't look back, come with us now"
Proposal to move forward without looking back, indicating a commitment to the present.
I loved this world with all I had
Expressing a deep love for the world.
Now I'm ready to go
Reiteration of readiness to let go or embrace change.
Waltz me to the grave
Repetition of the request to be waltzed to the grave, emphasizing the significance of the act.
Savor every moment that's made
Encouragement to savor every meaningful moment in life.
Dance me down to the ground that I came from
Repetition of the symbolic request to be danced down to one's origins.
Waltz me to the grave
Reiteration of the desire to be waltzed to the grave, reinforcing the acceptance of the end.
Life was not a moment of grace
Acknowledgment that life is not always a graceful or serene experience.
Spin me round to the sound that I came from
Reference to returning to the familiar sound or essence of life.
Holy head of stone
Reintroduction of the "holy head of stone," suggesting a spiritual or profound presence.
Finally I am found
Restatement of being found, emphasizing a sense of purpose or resolution.
So dance me down to the ground
Reiteration of the request to be danced down to the ground, linking to the theme of acceptance.
Waltz me to the grave
Repetition of the call to be waltzed to the grave, emphasizing the readiness for the end.
Waltz me into sleep that won't
Reiteration of the desire to be waltzed into a permanent sleep.
Waltz me to the grave
Final repetition of the call to be waltzed to the grave, underscoring the acceptance of life's impermanence.
Life was not a moment of grace
A reflection that life is not always a moment of grace, acknowledging its complexities.
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