Your name please?

Gordon Briggs

What do you fear most in the world?

The possibility that love is not enough

I turn around to talk
I face your eyes
Pride replaces fright
To my surprise
I feel as I'm falling, and I see
Your soul in your eyes
As I die

I try to stand tall
You roll your eyes
You feel the same way I do
To my surprise
I feel as we're drowning in the deepest sea
You die, you're gone just like me

Her eyes are starring at me
Empty as the sky
In this moment of tranquility
I realize
This is goodbye

Overall Meaning

The song "Moment of Tranquility" by Apoptygma Berzerk speaks about the complexities of a relationship that has reached its end despite the affections still present. The lyrics start by indicating that the singer is turning around to face their partner's eyes, indicating a moment of vulnerability and potential for intimacy. However, the pride that replaces the initial fright demonstrates that both parties are guarded and afraid of being hurt.

The singer then mentions feeling as though they are falling, indicating a loss of control and a sense of being overwhelmed. They see their partner's soul in their eyes and realize that the relationship has come to an end as they die. The second verse describes the tension between the singer and their partner as they attempt to maintain their composure. Despite the effort, they feel as though they are drowning in the deepest sea, indicating that they are unable to save the relationship from its inevitable demise.

The chorus indicates that the singer realizes that the moment they are experiencing is a goodbye. The description of the eyes being empty as the sky demonstrates the finality of the moment, and the moment of tranquility refers to a peaceful moment of acceptance that the relationship has run its course.

Overall, the song conveys a sense of painful resignation and acceptance in a relationship that has passed its expiration date. The singer realizes that despite their efforts, the relationship is over and they must move on.

Line by Line Meaning

I turn around to talk
I turn to face you so we can speak

I face your eyes
I am looking directly into your eyes

Pride replaces fright
My previous fear is now replaced with a sense of confidence

To my surprise
I am taken aback by what is happening

I feel as I'm falling, and I see
I suddenly feel like I'm falling and I can see something in your eyes

Your soul in your eyes
I feel like I can see your true self in your eyes

As I die
Metaphorically speaking, I feel like a part of me is dying in this moment

I try to stand tall
I attempt to remain strong in this moment

You roll your eyes
You are showing your disapproval or annoyance

You feel the same way I do
You are experiencing the same emotions as I am

I feel as we're drowning in the deepest sea
We feel overwhelmed, as if we are sinking deeper and deeper into a bottomless ocean

You die, you're gone just like me
You also feel like a part of you is dying in this moment

Her eyes are starring at me
I can feel her gaze on me

Empty as the sky
Her eyes are devoid of emotion, expressionless and distant

In this moment of tranquility
This is a moment of peace and calmness amidst the chaos of our emotions

I realize
I finally understand, see or acknowledge something

This is goodbye
This is the end, our relationship has come to a close

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS

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Comments from YouTube:

@michaelbonade4667

7y↑14

when i first bought this album "welcome to earth" i didn't listen to the whole thing through.....so i heard this song much later...i was in traffic on a beautiful sunny summer day ..BLUE SKIES ..not a cloud in sight...this track came on and in a matter of seconds i literally felt weightless sitting there in my car...the hair on my arms stood up as a chill went down my spine and i could not have been happier if i tried.....one of the best experiences i've ever had listening to music, this song, and that exact place and time

@mydubvibrates

8y↑11

thank you! from the depths of my soul. I love this song!

@billyriley1479

6y↑11

My girlfriend broke up with me in 2004 and I played this on the way to drop her off. She broke her own heart that day...she told me years later. I hope you're well wherever you are Amy.