Ghosts of Hallelujah
Whispers of Redemption: Unraveling the Ghosts of Hallelujah
Lyrics
Our candles are in danger from the way we carry them
Warning about the potential harm to our ideals or beliefs ("candles") due to how we handle them.
So keep yer matches handy and wait to see if when
Advising to be cautious ("keep yer matches handy") and observe the consequences before taking action.
The ghosts of hallelujah trickle through the walls
Suggesting a spiritual or ethereal presence ("ghosts") associated with expressions of joy and praise ("hallelujah").
Brandishing the wrong words nail the cursings in the hall
Highlighting the impact of using the wrong words, possibly leading to conflicts ("cursings") within relationships ("hall").
The ghosts of hallelujah leave you there alone
Emphasizing a sense of isolation when confronted by the spiritual or joyful aspects mentioned earlier.
Counting bottles of medicine and longing for yer home
Reflecting on a state of loneliness, with the mention of medicinal bottles indicating struggles or challenges.
Don't forget the hands that made you
Encouraging remembrance of those who contributed to shaping one's identity ("hands that made you").
Don't forget yer lonely days
Advising not to forget the difficult or challenging times in life ("yer lonely days").
And soak yer heart in clover anytime you feel it sway
Suggesting finding solace or comfort ("soak yer heart in clover") whenever one feels emotionally unsettled ("sway").
"I've got no harmless longings" at least that's what she said
Quoting a denial of harmless desires, possibly reflecting on personal struggles or complexities in relationships.
As night came even closer to the bare hips of my bed
Describing a sense of approaching darkness or uncertainty in a personal space ("bare hips of my bed").
So temptation sings a slow song and wraps yer lust in shame
Portraying temptation as a slow, seductive force that brings shame to desires ("wraps yer lust in shame").
The women take on new lives as you swagger with the lame
Illustrating a transformation in the lives of women as one associates with a marginalized or disadvantaged group ("swagger with the lame").
The ghosts of hallelujah leave you there alone
Reiterating a theme of isolation in the face of spiritual or joyful elements, similar to the earlier mention in line 6.
Counting bottles of medicine and longing for yer home
Echoing the loneliness expressed in line 7, with the addition of counting medicinal bottles and yearning for home.
Don't forget the hands that made you
Reiterating the importance of remembering those who contributed to one's identity.
Don't forget yer lonely days
Repeating the advice not to forget challenging times in life.
And soak yer heart in clover anytime you feel it sway
Encouraging finding emotional solace or comfort in difficult times.
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