Lyrics
There's a chill in the evening
Describing a cold atmosphere in the evening.
There's a whisper in the air
Sensing a subtle presence or message in the air.
That the gates below are opening
Suggesting that the gates to something ominous are opening, and humans are responsible for creating them.
And it's us that built them there
Acknowledging human responsibility for the unsettling gates mentioned earlier.
So we hide in our houses
Retreating to the safety of homes, but recognizing it's only a temporary refuge.
But it only buys us time
Highlighting the limited protection that staying indoors provides.
While the earth around us crumbles
Describing the decay of the world around, with subtle reference to impending danger signaled by softly chiming bells.
And the bells they softly chime
Further emphasizing the ominous atmosphere created by the chiming bells.
Won't you please shine a light through my window
Asking for guidance or protection as the stars, representing hope, seem absent.
For the stars have gone to sleep
Expressing a sense of loss or darkness as the stars are metaphorically asleep.
Now the devil's outside
Introducing the presence of a malevolent force, possibly symbolized by the devil.
And there's nowhere to hide
Conveying a feeling of vulnerability with nowhere to escape from the approaching danger.
And I hear my name called from the deep
Hearing a call or summons from the deep, adding to the sense of impending doom.
He stands in the shadows
Depicting the devil in a sinister manner, lurking in the shadows.
And he wears a well pressed shirt
Describing the devil's appearance, possibly highlighting the deceptive nature of evil.
And his shoes of shining leather
Emphasizing the devil's polished and imposing presence with shining leather shoes.
Press our faces in the dirt
Illustrating the subjugation or humiliation of humanity by the devil.
There are countless more just like him
Acknowledging the existence of many others like the devil, suggesting a widespread malevolence.
But one day we will be free
Expressing hope for eventual freedom from the malevolent forces.
Til then I'll pick my battles
Choosing battles wisely in the face of adversity, aiming for self-preservation.
And hope that he won't pick on me
Expressing a wish not to be targeted by the malevolent forces.
Won't you please shine a light through my window
Repeating the plea for guidance or protection in the absence of stars.
For the stars have gone to sleep
Reiterating the metaphorical sleep of the stars and the need for divine intervention.
Now the devil's outside
Reemphasizing the immediate threat of the devil's presence and the lack of hiding places.
And there's nowhere to hide
Recalling the danger of the devil outside, with nowhere to seek refuge.
And I hear my name called from the deep
Repeating the call or summons from the deep, reinforcing the imminent threat.
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