Dark End of the Street
Love in Shadows: Exploring the Hidden Depths of 'Dark End of the Street'
Lyrics
At the dark end of the street
Refers to a secluded or hidden location, possibly symbolizing secrecy or a forbidden place.
that is where we always meet
Suggests a consistent meeting place, emphasizing the clandestine nature of the relationship.
hiding in shadows where we don't belong
Describes the act of staying hidden, implying a sense of not fitting into conventional societal norms.
living in darkness, to hide alone
Expresses a life lived in obscurity, perhaps due to the nature of the relationship being concealed.
You and me, at the dark end of the street
Reiterates the theme of meeting in a hidden place, emphasizing the exclusivity of the relationship.
You and me
Emphasizes the unity or connection between the individuals involved in the secretive relationship.
I know a time has gonna take it's toll
Anticipates consequences or hardships that will result from the clandestine affair.
we have to pay for the love we stole
Suggests a price to be paid for engaging in a forbidden love, possibly hinting at societal disapproval.
It's a sin and we know it's wrong
Explicitly labels the relationship as a sin, acknowledging the moral wrongdoing involved.
Oh, our love keeps going on strong
Despite the forbidden nature, the love between the individuals remains strong and enduring.
Steal away to the dark end of the street
Encourages escaping to the hidden place, emphasizing the need for secrecy to preserve the love.
You and me
Reiterates the connection between the individuals at the dark end of the street.
They gonna find us, they gonna find us
Anticipates the inevitable discovery of the clandestine affair by others.
They gonna find us love someday
Conveys the inevitability of the revelation of their love, possibly hinting at the challenges they will face.
You and me, at the dark end of the street
Reaffirms the exclusive connection between the individuals in the hidden location.
You and me
Restates the unity between the lovers at the dark end of the street.
When the daylight all goes around
Describes a scenario when daylight is absent, possibly symbolizing secrecy and cover for their meetings.
And by chance we're both down the town
Suggests a coincidence or planned meeting in the town when they can be together without scrutiny.
Please meet, just walk, walk on by
Advises to ignore and keep walking if they happen to meet in public to maintain secrecy.
Oh, darling, please don't you cry
Requests the partner not to cry, possibly in response to the challenges and hardships they face.
You and me, at the dark end of the street
Reiterates the theme of being together in the hidden, forbidden location.
You and me
Restates the unity between the lovers at the dark end of the street.
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