It Won't Wait
Embracing the Storm: Luke Concannon's Reflection on Urgency and Unity
Lyrics
There's a darkness coming down
Anticipation of a foreboding presence or difficult situation approaching.
soon will stalk you round this town
The impending challenge will surround and affect you throughout the town.
staring at you from its gown
The ominous force is observing, symbolized by its gown, possibly representing a hidden threat.
whispering wake or die'
A chilling message urging urgency or risk, emphasizing the consequences of inaction.
it's eyes are lightning
The eyes of the impending darkness are intense and striking like lightning.
its blood the Sea
Metaphorical description of the essence of the ominous force as vast and profound as the sea.
blue black clouds roll over me
Symbolic imagery of dark clouds enveloping the narrator, signifying a looming crisis.
scattered seeds need community
The need for a united community, like scattered seeds, to anchor and resist the impending storm.
for tethering this storm
Emphasizing the importance of collective efforts to weather the approaching challenges.
And it wont wait
The imminent danger or challenge is insistent and won't wait for anyone; a call to action.
it wont wait
-it won't wait
-for us
-A punched jaw on a blue screen
Reference to a physical altercation on a digital platform, possibly highlighting conflict in virtual spaces.
we dance together in my dreams
An expression of shared experiences and connections in the realm of dreams.
outside the trees firm in the breeze
Nature stands strong and unaffected, suggesting resilience despite challenges.
say we have a tiny chance'.
An acknowledgment that there is a small chance of overcoming the impending difficulties.
And it wont wait
Reiteration of the urgent nature of the situation and the need for immediate action.
it wont wait
-it won't wait
-for us
-I came here
The narrator's arrival from a distant place, introducing an outsider's perspective.
from afar
The narrator observes someone in their car, possibly reflecting on modern disconnectedness.
I'm staring at you while your sitting in your car
A sense of detachment and observation, hinting at the narrator's role as an outsider.
I walked the wide world just to witness oneness and I'm
Expressing a quest for unity and oneness in the world, searching for genuine human connection.
wondering where the real humans are.
Pondering the authenticity of humanity and the difficulty in finding true human qualities.
that mugged man
A person who has experienced hardship, seeking acknowledgment and empathy.
waits for a smile
The mugged man desires simple gestures of kindness, a reflection on the need for compassion.
waits for a country that will feed his inner child
A longing for a supportive community or country to nurture one's inner self.
he's so ashamed and maimed by the life he's made and he
Feelings of shame and damage caused by life choices, seeking understanding and connection.
just wants your attention for a while
A plea for attention and recognition from others, a desire to be seen and heard.
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