Seconds
(5х11) The Human League Lyrics
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Hiding from the sun
Waiting for the golden one
Waiting for your fame
After the parade has gone
Outside was a happy place
Every face had a smile like the golden face
Your knuckles white as your fingers curl
The shot that was heard around the world
For a seconds
It took seconds of your time to take his life
It took seconds
It took seconds of your time to take his life
It took seconds
It took seconds of your time to take his life
It took seconds of your time to take his life
Seconds
Seconds
It took seconds of your time to take his life
It took secons
It took seconds of your time to take his life
It took seconds
For a second
It took seconds of your time to take his life
It took seconds
It took seconds of your time to take his life
It took seconds
For a second
It took seconds of your time to take his life
Seconds of your time to take his life
For a second
For a second
For a second
"Seconds" by The Human League is a song about the fleetingness of time and the devastating consequences that can occur in mere moments. The lyrics create a sense of anticipation and waiting as the singer hides from the sun, waiting for their moment of fame. However, this moment is cut short by a sudden act of violence, described as "the shot that was heard around the world." The repetition of the phrase "It took seconds of your time to take his life" drives home the idea that life can be taken in the blink of an eye.
The opening lines of the song allude to the idea that time spent waiting can feel unbearable, but the real message of the song is that time is precious, and any moment can be our last. The contrast between the joyous atmosphere outside and the sudden violence that occurs underscores this message, as it shows how quickly things can change. The repeated use of the phrase "for a second" emphasizes the idea that life can be both fleeting and fragile.
Overall, "Seconds" is a thought-provoking and poignant song that reminds us to cherish every moment we have, as we never know when it will be our last.
Line by Line Meaning
All day
Spending the entire day in a certain way
Hiding from the sun
Avoiding exposure to sunlight and staying indoors
Waiting for the golden one
Anticipating someone or something highly valued or admired
Waiting for your fame
Anticipating personal success, recognition or popularity
After the parade has gone
When the celebration or display is over and things have returned to normal
Outside was a happy place
The external environment was typically joyful
Every face had a smile like the golden face
The people were generally happy and cheerful, exuding a bright and radiant energy
Your knuckles white as your fingers curl
Your hands clenched tightly with intense anger or fear
The shot that was heard around the world
A significant event that had a profound and widespread impact, often with historical significance
It took seconds of your time to take his life
The act of taking a life can be done in a relatively short time, but the consequences are long-lasting
Seconds
A moment or brief period of time
For a second
A temporary or fleeting moment
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, BMG Rights Management
Written by: ADRIAN WRIGHT, IAN CHARLES BURDEN, JOHN WILLIAM CALLIS
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