Walls That Were A House
Unveiling the Silent Echoes: Walls, Rust, and Tomorrow
Lyrics
Walls that were a house
Symbolizes the structure and stability of a home that has now become mere walls.
Waiting open mouthed
Expresses anticipation or expectation, suggesting a state of readiness for something.
Waiting for the ground
Implies a sense of uncertainty or instability, waiting for the ground to provide a foundation.
To swallow
Metaphorically refers to a desire for the ground or circumstances to consume the speaker.
Swallow
Repetition emphasizes the act of swallowing, reinforcing the theme of being overwhelmed.
Let the roof come in
Suggests a willingness to let go, allowing the roof to collapse, possibly a metaphor for surrender.
Shed your rusted skin
Encourages shedding a worn-out exterior, possibly representing personal growth or transformation.
Waiting for the wind
Waiting for a force (wind) to come, potentially symbolizing change or a new direction in life.
To follow
Reiterates the anticipation, waiting for the wind to follow and bring about transformation.
Follow
Repetition emphasizes the anticipation of the wind, reinforcing the theme of awaiting change.
Who will love you now
Raises the question of who will provide love in the current state of vulnerability or upheaval.
Who will tear you down
Suggests the possibility of someone causing harm or destruction to the speaker or their situation.
You who make no sound
Highlights a silent or unnoticed suffering, adding depth to the emotional landscape.
Of sorrow
Repetition emphasizes a sense of grief or pain, expanding on the emotional turmoil.
Sorrow
Reiterates the theme of sorrow, reinforcing the emotional weight carried by the speaker.
Crown of green on stone
Depicts nature reclaiming the man-made structure, symbolizing the inevitable passage of time.
Metal overgrown
Suggests the encroachment of materials, possibly representing neglect or abandonment.
House you will go home
Implies that despite the deterioration, the place will still be considered 'home' in the future.
Tomorrow
Looks ahead to the next day, offering a glimmer of hope or a new beginning despite the current state.
Tomorrow
Reiteration of the theme of tomorrow, emphasizing the ongoing nature of change and renewal.
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