Sunset
Caroline Polachek Lyrics
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I turn it right and right and right instead of turning left
But boy, your patience is a magic kind of medicine
'Cause every spiral brings me back into your arms again
So no regrets
'Cause you're my sunset
Fiery red, forever fearless
And in your arms, a warm horizon
Don't look back, let's ride away
Let's ride away
So many stories we were told about a safety net
But when I look for it, it's just a hand that's holding mine
I'm wearing black to mourn the sudden loss of innocence
And that's alright because it hides the dirt and hides the wine
So no regrets
'Cause you're my sunset
Fiery red, forever fearless
And in your arms, a warm horizon
Don't look back, let's ride away
Let's ride away
No regrets
'Cause you're my sunset
Fiery red, forever fearless
And in your arms, a warm horizon
Don't look back, let's ride away
Let's ride away
Caroline Polachek's "Sunset" is a powerful and poignant song that explores themes of resilience, hope, and love in the face of anguish and adversity. The opening lines of the song set the tone, as Polachek sings about wearing her body like an uninvited guest, which can be interpreted as feeling uncomfortable in her own skin or dealing with a physical ailment of some kind. However, she finds solace and healing in her partner's unwavering patience and support, which acts as a "magic kind of medicine." The lyric "every spiral brings me back into your arms again" suggests that Polachek may be struggling with mental health issues or emotional instability, but she finds a sense of grounding and safety when she is with her partner.
The chorus is a declaration of love and a call to leave the past behind and ride off into the sunset together. Polachek describes her partner as a "fiery red, forever fearless" sunset, representing a force of courage and bravery that she finds in him. The metaphor of a warm horizon in his arms further emphasizes the sense of security and comfort that he provides. By urging her partner to not look back and to ride away with her, Polachek is expressing a desire to leave behind their troubles and start anew.
In the second verse, Polachek touches on the idea of a safety net that many of us are taught to rely on. However, she finds that the only safety she needs is the hand of her partner holding hers. The symbolism of wearing black to mourn the loss of innocence suggests that Polachek has been through some difficult experiences that have forced her to grow up quickly, but her partner's love and support allows her to maintain a sense of hope and optimism.
Overall, "Sunset" is a beautiful and deeply resonant song about the healing power of love and the courage it takes to move forward despite the obstacles in our way.
Line by Line Meaning
These days I wear my body like an uninvited guest
Lately, I feel uncomfortable in my own skin and it feels like a stranger to me.
I turn it right and right and right instead of turning left
Rather than being true to myself, I try to conform to society's expectations of me.
But boy, your patience is a magic kind of medicine
My partner's patience and understanding is a healing balm for my restless soul.
'Cause every spiral brings me back into your arms again
No matter how lost or confused I feel, being with my partner makes everything right again.
So no regrets
I have no guilt about the choices I've made in my relationship.
'Cause you're my sunset
My partner is like the sun setting in the sky, bringing beauty and warmth into my life.
Fiery red, forever fearless
My partner is passionate and unafraid, and that inspires me.
And in your arms, a warm horizon
When I'm with my partner, I feel safe and comforted, like I'm in the midst of a beautiful sunset.
Don't look back, let's ride away
Let's move forward together, leaving our problems and regrets behind us.
So many stories we were told about a safety net
We were taught that there would always be a safety net to catch us when we fall.
But when I look for it, it's just a hand that's holding mine
However, it turns out that the only safety net we really have is each other.
I'm wearing black to mourn the sudden loss of innocence
I feel like I've lost my naivety and innocence due to the harsh realities of life.
And that's alright because it hides the dirt and hides the wine
Wearing black serves as a way to conceal my flaws and vices, allowing me to present a polished image to the world.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Caroline Ailin, Salvadore Navarrete, Caroline Polachek
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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LYRICS
These days
I wear my body like an uninvited guest
I turn it right and right and right
Instead of turning left
But boy, your patience is a magic kind of medicine
'Cause every spiral brings me
Back into your arms again
So no regrets
'Cause you're my sunset
Fiery red
Forever fearless
And in your arms
A warm horizon
Don't look back
Let's ride away
Let's ride away
So many stories we were told about a safety net
But when I look for it, it's just a hand that's holding mine
I'm wearing black to mourn the sudden loss of innocеnce
And that's alright because it hidеs the dirt and hides the wine
So no regrets
'Cause you're my sunset
Fiery red
Forever fearless
And in your arms
A warm horizon
Don't look back
Let's ride away
Let's ride away
So no regrets
'Cause you're my sunset
Fiery red
Forever fearless
And in your arms
A warm horizon
Don't look back
Let's ride away (Let's ride away)
@netinhosooares
Então vem
Que eu conto os dias, conto as horas pra te ver
Eu não consigo te esquecer
Cada minuto é muito tempo sem você, sem você
Os segundos vão passando lentamente
Não têm hora pra chegar
Até quando te amando, te querendo
Coração quer te encontrar
Então vem
Que nos teus braços esse amor é uma canção
Eu não consigo te esquecer
Cada minuto é muito tempo sem você, sem você
O sample de milhões! kkkkkkkk
@dreamnation1803
These days, I wear my body like an uninvited guest
I turn it right and right and right instead of turning left
But, boy, your patience is a magic kind of medicine
'Cause every spiral brings me back into your arms again
[Chorus]
So no regrets
'Cause you're my sunset, fiery red
Forever fearless
And in your arms, a warm horizon
Don't look back
Let's ride away, let's ride away
[Post-Chorus]
(Hey)
[Verse 2]
So many stories we were told about a safety net (Hey)
But when I look for it, it's just a hand that's holding mine
I'm wearing black to mourn thе sudden loss of innocence
And that's alright bеcause it hides the dirt and hides the wine
[Chorus]
So no regrets
'Cause you're my sunset, fiery red
Forever fearless
And in your arms, a warm horizon
Don't look back
Let's ride away, let's ride away
[Bridge]
(Hey)
(Hey)
[Chorus]
No regrets
'Cause you're my sunset, fiery red
Forever fearless
And in your arms, a warm horizon
Don't look back
Let's ride away, let's ride away
@noufveldon6160
This video gives me "so this is what my art teacher does during her summer break" vibes.i love it
@whizzardblizzard5696
& watches ‘Vicky Cristina Barcelona’ once.
@schwartzadrian
hahah love this
@AlonsoMontero
@@whizzardblizzard5696 these comments are so on point lol
@b3naqua
Comment of the year tbh lmao
@ichibanmegami
Lol this is exactly what we do during summer break.
@chezbro98
"So many stories we were told about a safety net but when I look for it, it's just a hand that's holding mine. I'm wearing black to mourn the sudden lose of innocence and its alright because it hides the dirt, it hides the wine" was such a hard verse
@TreacleMary
🥰
@yigityolcu524
As someone who grew up on late 90s and early 00s Turkish and Greek pop music, this is extremely nostalgic.
@razu_gif
aaa caroline dinleyeni <3