The Western Veil
Beyond the Western Veil: A Serenade to Time and Transcendence
Lyrics
I strummed a song I wrote for you
I expressed my feelings through a song I composed specifically for you.
by the river's edge
This moment occurred near the river.
As the sky turned neon blue
The sky transformed into a vibrant, neon blue hue.
above the canyon ridge
This change happened above the canyon ridge.
Somewhere in the distance
Somewhere distant, a lone coyote made a mournful sound.
a lone coyote wailed
Stars gradually became visible, one after another.
And the stars appeared, one by one
This celestial display unfolded in the western part of the sky.
In the western veil
Describes the region where the stars are appearing.
Heaven's wheel kept turning
The cycle of life continued, symbolized by "Heaven's wheel."
The moon was on the wane
The moon was in a phase where it was becoming less illuminated.
Dawn spilled on the mountain
Dawn broke and spread over the mountains.
and washed across the plain
The light extended across the plain.
It colored in the bones of time
The narrator refers to historical events, possibly ones that have left a lasting mark.
Illuminated tales
Stories from the past are brought to light and significance.
On the sandstone canvas
Refers to the canvas of time, with sandstone symbolizing a timeless and enduring surface.
of the western veil
The described events are taking place in the western sky.
Distant voices calling
Voices from a distant past are heard, following an ancient line of communication.
along an ancient line
Time and space seem to collapse, providing a brief glimpse of something divine.
Time and space collapsing
A sense of spirituality or a connection to the divine is implied.
a glimpse of the divine
The narrator identifies as a pilgrim, suggesting a spiritual journey or quest.
I'm just another pilgrim
The narrator is following a trail or path.
following the trail
This trail leads beyond a metaphorical curtain, possibly representing the unknown or spiritual realm.
That leads beyond the curtain
Describes the destination as beyond the western veil.
of the western veil
Reiterates the concept of a western veil and the journey beyond it.
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