Indefinite War
Embracing Hope in the Shadows: Simon Mansa's Indefinite War
Lyrics
Indefinite war, hmm hmmm
Expressing the ongoing nature of a conflict or struggle without a clear end.
Hmm hmmm, indefinite war
Reiteration of the idea of an ongoing and never-ending war.
There ain't no-one to blame
Stating that there is no specific person to blame for the challenges faced.
When trouble comes knocking down our door
Describing the inevitability of facing difficulties.
Light a candle and pray for me
Suggesting the act of seeking solace or assistance through prayer during tough times.
When the seas of fate come back to shore
Metaphorically referring to challenging moments as the "seas of fate" returning to shore.
There ain't no time for change
Highlighting the lack of opportunity for change in certain circumstances.
When our hopes and dreams never had space to grow
Reflecting on unfulfilled aspirations and ambitions.
Side by side we'll watch time go by slow
Emphasizing standing together while time passes slowly.
And face the ghosts of our past
Facing the consequences or memories of past actions.
As they find their way home
Personifying the past as it retraces its steps homeward.
And I'm
Transitioning to a personal reflection or emotional state.
Holding on to you
Expressing a commitment to someone amidst challenging circumstances.
When the world comes crashing down on me
Facing adversity together and seeking support.
I'm caught in an indefinite war
Acknowledging being entangled in an ongoing, unresolved conflict.
All my tears are spoken for
Indicating that emotions and sorrows have been expressed and dealt with.
Forever more, indefinite war, indefinite war
Repetition of the concept of an everlasting and unresolved war.
Indefinite war, indefinite war
Continuation of the theme of an indefinite, unending war.
Indefinite war, indefinite war
-There ain't no place to run
Describing a situation where there is no escape or refuge.
See the darkest hour meet the dawn
Contrasting the darkest hour with the emergence of a new day.
Let the light shine on hidden secrets
Invoking the idea of revelation and enlightenment.
Watch the shadows fade, a new day is born
Observing the disappearance of shadows as a symbol of positive change.
There ain't no time for change
Reiteration of the lack of opportunity for change in certain circumstances.
When our hopes and dreams never had space to grow
Reflecting on unfulfilled aspirations and ambitions (repeated theme).
Side by side we'll watch time go by slow
Emphasizing standing together while time passes slowly (repeated theme).
And face the ghosts of our past
Facing the consequences or memories of past actions (repeated theme).
As they find their way home
Personifying the past as it retraces its steps homeward (repeated theme).
And I'm
Transitioning back to personal reflection or emotional state.
Holding on to you, when the world comes crashing down on me
Expressing a continued commitment to someone amidst challenging circumstances.
I'm caught in an indefinite war
Acknowledging being entangled in an ongoing, unresolved conflict (repeated theme).
All my tears are spoken for
Indicating that emotions and sorrows have been expressed and dealt with (repeated theme).
Forever more, indefinite war, indefinite war
Repetition of the concept of an everlasting and unresolved war (repeated theme).
Indefinite war, indefinite war
Continuation and emphasis on the theme of an indefinite, unending war (repeated theme).
Indefinite war, hmm hmmm
-Indefinite war, indefinite war
Final repetition and contemplation on the enduring nature of an indefinite war.
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