You're Not Alone
Embracing Shadows: Finding Strength in the Dark with Relax Trio's 'You're Not Alone'
Lyrics
The nights – the nights they're getting dark
The nights are becoming darker.
Too dark to walk alone
It's too dark to walk alone.
Alone it's hard to stay tough
It's difficult to remain strong when by oneself.
when the shadows come
Especially when feelings of darkness or fear emerge.
Shadows – shadows longer than the trees
The shadows are extending farther than the trees.
Trees where the vile things live
The trees might symbolize a habitat for unpleasant things.
Live in the dark and become alive
These things come to life in the darkness.
when the shadows come
Particularly when the shadows appear.
(there are)
Indicates the presence of certain entities.
Weepers, cheaters in the dark
People who cry and deceive in the darkness.
Watching you from the far
Observing from a distance.
Creepers, beaters moving slow
Individuals who sneak and strike slowly.
Still might catch you so…
They might still catch you despite their slow approach.
(you better)
Suggests a warning or advice.
Watch your back – you gotta know
Be vigilant and aware of your surroundings.
Watch your back – you gotta know
Reiteration of the need for caution.
Watch your back – you're not alone
Stay alert, as you are not alone.
Someone might be right behind you
There might be someone close behind you.
Watch your back – you gotta know
Emphasizes the necessity to be vigilant.
Watch your back – you gotta know
Repeated emphasis on watching out.
Watch your back – you're not alone
Reinforces the idea that one is not solitary.
You're not alone
Assertion that you're not alone in this situation.
The streets – the streets are turning dark
The streets are getting darker.
Too dark to walk alone
Similar to line 2, it's unsafe to walk alone.
Alone it's hard to stay tough
Reiterating the challenge of staying strong while alone.
when the shadows come
Similar to line 4, difficulties when confronted with shadows.
Shadows – shadows longer than the trees
Reiteration of shadows being longer than trees.
Trees where the vile things live
Re-emphasizing the idea of unpleasant things dwelling in trees.
Live in the dark and become alive
These things thrive and become active in darkness.
when the shadows come
Similar to line 8, activity intensifies with the shadows' presence.
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