How Long Is Now
Eternal Moments: Embracing the Present in 'How Long Is Now'
Lyrics
One star, one sky to light the end of day
Emphasizes the singularity of a star and a sky, symbolizing the end of the day.
One room, one song to dance the night away
Highlights the simplicity of one room and one song as elements to enjoy and dance the night away.
One heart, one mind within the violet hour
Expresses the unity of one heart and one mind during the tranquil "violet hour."
Restart, unwind to feel the silent power
Suggests the need to restart and unwind to experience the silent but rejuvenating power.
clways feel the morning long before it comes too soon
Reflects on anticipating the morning before it arrives, possibly emphasizing eagerness or impatience.
We are left within the shadows underneath the moon
Describes being left in the shadows under the moon, hinting at a sense of isolation or introspection.
Keeping close just like you held me for the first time
Recalls a moment of intimacy, comparing it to the feeling of being held for the first time.
How long is now
Ponders the elusive nature of the present moment, questioning its duration.
Before the night fades
Raises the question of how long the night will last before it transitions to a new phase.
How long is now
Reiterates the uncertainty of the present moment, particularly before the arrival of daylight.
Before the light breaks
Explores the temporal aspect of the current situation, pondering when the light will break.
We chase hotels into the golden light
Describes a pursuit of hotels in the golden light, possibly symbolizing a journey towards positivity.
Before the sun burns us in amber bright
Uses vivid imagery of the sun burning in amber bright colors, suggesting a moment of intense experience.
Won't go, can't last, don't want this dream to end
Expresses a reluctance to let go of a dream, hinting at a desire for the present to persist.
To become the past, things seem so different then
Reflects on the changing nature of things, acknowledging that the past appears different from the present.
clways turn to watch the sky become a brighter shade
Highlights the act of turning to observe the sky changing, indicating an appreciation for transitions.
cs every star burns out the slow reveal of endless days
Suggests that every star contributes to the slow revelation of endless days, emphasizing continuity.
Hold me closer don't imagine this will end too soon
Encourages closeness and implies a desire for a moment to last longer.
How long is now
Reiterates the contemplation of the duration of the present moment, specifically concerning the night.
Before the night fades
Ponders the length of the night, questioning how much time remains before it gives way to a new phase.
How long is now
Repeats the inquiry about the duration of the present moment, especially in anticipation of the light breaking.
Before the light breaks
Concludes with a repetition of the theme, emphasizing the uncertainty and temporality of the current state.
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