Cigarettes
Echoes of Lost Moments: Sun Valley Station's Melancholic Reflections
Lyrics
These cigarettes ain't working
Expressing dissatisfaction with the current state, suggesting that cigarettes are not providing the expected relief.
But there's still one burning
Despite the general dissatisfaction, there is still one cigarette burning, possibly symbolizing a lingering hope or connection.
Familiar road beneath my feet
Referring to a familiar path or routine, highlighting a sense of comfort or routine in the midst of dissatisfaction.
And forever after is uttered with laughter
Indicating that promises of forever are met with laughter, suggesting a cynicism or disbelief in long-lasting commitments.
Spoken so sarcastically
Describing the sarcasm in the way commitments are spoken, implying insincerity or lack of genuine intent.
And I'm not alright and I'm not okay I keep telling lies right to my face
Admitting emotional struggle, confessing to telling lies to oneself about being alright or okay.
That you're here tonight
Expressing a desire for the presence of someone, possibly implying a sense of loneliness or emotional void.
And it's yesterday
Reflecting on the past, mentioning that the current emotional state feels like yesterday.
But you're nowhere near Cuz that's gone away
Acknowledging the absence of someone or something significant that has now gone away.
I wish I had a new face I wish I had a new place
Expressing a desire for change, wishing for a new face and a new place, suggesting discontent with the current self and surroundings.
I wish I didn't recognize this scene And if I had a new plan
Expressing a wish to escape or not be familiar with the current situation.
I bet it'd be a good plan Filled with possibilities
Expressing optimism about a hypothetical new plan, filled with possibilities for improvement or change.
And I'm not alright and I'm not okay I keep telling lies right to my face That you're here tonight
Reiterating the internal struggle, admitting to telling lies about the presence of someone tonight.
Just Like yesterday
Drawing a parallel between the current state and yesterday, emphasizing the ongoing emotional struggle.
But you're nowhere near Cuz that's gone away
Reiterating the absence of someone or something significant that has gone away, highlighting the persistent feeling of loss.
Gone away.
Emphasizing the finality of the absence or loss mentioned throughout the lyrics, suggesting that it is irreparable or permanent.
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