The Island
►Pendulum Lyrics
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The hidden passenger that I've been takin'
Close your eyes, let's forget again
As you drag me down, I will take you in
What are you waiting for?
Just surrender here tonight
What are you waiting for?
When everything is said and done
To looking for answers, if only one
Turn my back, the edge has gone
Left with no reason, we come undone
I'm caught in your slow release
Seems like your traveler is eager to move me
My reflection will slowly fade
To another time, into my head escapes
What are you waiting for?
Just surrender here tonight
What are you waiting for?
As we go towards the light
When everything is said and done
To looking for answers, if only one
Turn my back, the edge has gone
Left with no reason, we come undone
(Oh oh oh oh)
The lyrics of Pendulum's song "The Island" speak to the theme of surrender, letting go, and escapism. The song begins by describing the arrival of a hidden passenger in the rising sun. The singer suggests that this passenger has been taken with him, indicating that they are now together. The line "close your eyes, let's forget again" suggests a desire to escape reality, to forget the problems that exist in the world. The line "as you drag me down, I will take you in" signifies a willingness to go where this passenger leads.
The chorus of the song consists of two parts, both asking the same question: "what are you waiting for?" This question is directed at the listener or the passenger, urging them to surrender and let go of their worries. The line "as we go towards the light" is an invitation to embrace hope, to move away from the darkness and towards a brighter future. The second verse continues the theme of letting go, but the singer also suggests that the journey towards hope has become difficult. They describe being caught in a "slow release," which suggests that the journey is slow and arduous. The line "my reflection will slowly fade" further emphasizes this idea, suggesting that the singer is losing themselves in the journey.
Overall, the lyrics of "The Island" are a call to surrender to the difficulties of life and move towards the light. The song suggests that the journey towards hope may be difficult, but ultimately it is worth it.
Line by Line Meaning
You arrive in the rising sun
You have come into my life just as the sun rises, bringing light and hope with you.
The hidden passenger that I've been takin'
You are the secret force that I have been carrying, guiding me on a journey towards a deeper understanding of myself and the world.
Close your eyes, let's forget again
Let us both forget our worries and anxieties, and lose ourselves in the moment with each other.
As you drag me down, I will take you in
Although you may be a source of pain or suffering, I will accept and absorb it, because I value and love you deeply.
What are you waiting for?
Why hold back or hesitate? Take action and embrace the beauty and opportunities that life has to offer.
Just surrender here tonight
Give in to the present moment and let go of control, allowing yourself to experience pure joy and connection.
As we go towards the light
Together, we are moving towards a brighter and more fulfilling future, leaving behind darkness and negativity.
When everything is said and done
When all is said and done, when our journey is over, we will reflect on what we have learned and experienced.
To looking for answers, if only one
We search for understanding and truth, even if we may never find complete clarity and certainty.
Turn my back, the edge has gone
I will leave behind my fears and doubts, and face the unknown with courage and openness.
Left with no reason, we come undone
When we lose our sense of purpose and direction, we become lost and disconnected, yearning for something to give us meaning and direction again.
(Oh oh oh oh)
Repeating sounds of the chorus, emphasizing the message of surrendering to the moment and embracing the journey towards the light.
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Written by: ROBERT SWIRE THOMPSON
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@lindaplant6134
Who is still listening in 2024?
@johnmcvideo
This one and The Proclaimers one.
@dmeachy
I love this song. I cover it now. Fun stuff.
@toniblackwell6580
Listening to this song since the 70s.
@nessuno1948
From Italy.
@cablenelsonbabygrandpiano842
Nice song 🎵 👌
@trinitychambers8123
My dad loved this song. He passed away a few hours ago, and I was the one to find him. This one is for you, my hero 💜 please watch over me, i love you more than I could ever say.
@jayhogan1166
So sorry for your lose, God bless you and Merry Christmas!!
@sifarcher
Condolences. We will all meet again in the next life.
@mevinscott948gmail
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