Farewell
03. Kamelot Lyrics
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I'll start my journey now
On this planet we call Earth we belong
I want to know
Why did God make me feel
There is no more to be answered
Maybe God cannot remedy
Our souls if he tried
And to know I did my best
I will pray for those I have loved
I must take your farewell
Carried by destiny
Bound to obey
I must take your farewell
Trails of discovery
Lead me an ocean away
No one holds the only truth in his hand
So who am I
To defy even God
In quest for a reason
There's no time to waste I'm afraid
I must take your farewell
Carried by destiny
Bound to obey
I must take your farewell
Trails of discovery
Lead me an ocean away
So far away
When the tide is high
I won't dwell or wait no longer
The lyrics of Kamelot's song "Farewell" speak of a journey that the singer is about to embark on. The song opens with the line "Winter's close and the mountain high" which sets the scene for the beginning of an arduous journey. The singer acknowledges that as humans on this planet, they seek answers to the questions that trouble them. They want to know why God made them feel the way they do, and whether God can remedy their souls. The lyrics hint at a sense of displacement and confusion in the singer, as they recognize that there are no clear answers to these questions.
The singer seeks peace of mind and wants to feel like they did their best. The song is a farewell to those they have loved, as they start on the next leg of their journey. The lines "I must take your farewell, Carried by destiny, Bound to obey" suggest that the singer has resolved to leave their loved ones behind and embrace their fate. They speak of the trails of discovery that lead them an ocean away, suggesting that the singer is setting out to explore new territories, both physically and metaphorically.
The song ends on a note of determination with the line "When the tide is high, I won't dwell or wait no longer". This speaks of the singer's resolution to move forward in their quest for answers and their unyielding spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
Winter's close and the mountain high
As the season of death looms and a daunting challenge waits ahead, I embark on a journey filled with uncertainty.
On this planet we call Earth we belong
We all exist together on this planet, searching for our place in the universe.
I want to know
I am filled with a desire for knowledge and understanding.
Why did God make me feel
I question the purpose of my emotions and what role they play in my life.
There is no more to be answered
I have searched for answers to my questions, but it seems that they remain elusive and out of reach.
Maybe God cannot remedy
Perhaps even a higher power cannot ease the pain and troubles of the human soul.
Our souls if he tried
Even if God attempted to help, it is not guaranteed that our souls would find peace or solace.
I seek peace of mind at least
At the very least, I hope to find some inner calm amidst the chaos of life.
And to know I did my best
I want to feel a sense of accomplishment and pride in knowing that I gave my all, regardless of the outcome.
I will pray for those I have loved
My love and compassion for those I have cared for will continue to guide me as I journey on.
I must take your farewell
I am forced to say goodbye and let go of what I hold dear.
Carried by destiny
My path is predetermined by forces beyond my control.
Bound to obey
I must comply and follow the will of fate, even if that means sacrificing my own desires.
Trails of discovery
I am setting out on a voyage of self-discovery and exploration.
Lead me an ocean away
My journey takes me far, far away from everything I know or have ever known.
No one holds the only truth in his hand
There is no monopoly on the truth, as everyone's experiences and perspectives are unique.
So who am I
Given this realization, I must examine my own identity and place in the world.
To defy even God
Despite the power of the divine, I must challenge the established beliefs and norms to find answers for myself.
In quest for a reason
My search for meaning and purpose consumes me, as I long for a greater understanding of the world and my place in it.
There's no time to waste I'm afraid
Time is fleeting and precious, and so I cannot afford to waste any of it on frivolous pursuits or unfocused goals.
When the tide is high
In moments of great challenge and difficulty,
I won't dwell or wait no longer
I must push past my fears and indecision and take action, even if it means leaving behind a comfortable existence.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROY S. KHANTATAT, THOMAS YOUNGBLOOD
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