Wandering Spirit
Alda Lyrics


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This has become the weight of all
This is the precipice, the breaking of the spirit
This is the weight of fate
Carried into the ocean of chaos

In the waning light we bloom
In the bitterness of mourning
We release this pain

Safe passage to you, our friend




Though were you've wandered we cannot follow
When the spring rises you shall be reborn.

Overall Meaning

The above lyrics from Alda's song Wandering Spirit are rich in metaphorical language that speaks to the human experience of loss and struggle. The phrase "This has become the weight of all" suggests an overwhelming burden that one is forced to carry, perhaps the result of a traumatic experience. This weight has pushed the singer to the "precipice," an edge where they must confront their breaking point. The "breaking of the spirit" refers to the emotional collapse that can come from enduring too much suffering.


The following line, "This is the weight of fate," indicates a belief in some kind of predetermined destiny or inevitability that cannot be escaped. This weight is then "carried into the ocean of chaos," a powerful image that conveys the sense of being adrift in a turbulent sea of uncertainty and confusion. However, in the midst of this chaos, there is hope. The singer notes that "in the waning light we bloom," suggesting that even in the darkest moments, there is the potential for growth and renewal.


The lyrics also address the process of mourning and the desire for closure. The line "In the bitterness of mourning we release this pain" speaks to the cathartic nature of grieving and the need to let go of the pain that comes with loss. The final lines of the song express a wish for the departed to find peace and renewal, even if they are no longer physically present. Overall, the song is a poignant and evocative reflection on the human experience of loss and the search for meaning in difficult times.


Line by Line Meaning

This has become the weight of all
The burden of life has become heavy and overwhelming for the singer.


This is the precipice, the breaking of the spirit
The singer is at a breaking point and their spirit is beginning to falter.


This is the weight of fate
The difficulties the singer is facing are a result of their predetermined destiny.


Carried into the ocean of chaos
The artist is being swept away by the chaos and unpredictability of life.


In the waning light we bloom
Even in the darkest times, there is the capacity for growth and renewal.


In the bitterness of mourning
The singer is experiencing great sadness and grief.


We release this pain
The singer is letting go of their pain and finding a way to move forward.


Safe passage to you, our friend
The artist is wishing their friend a safe journey.


Though were you've wandered we cannot follow
The artist cannot physically follow their friend's path in life.


When the spring rises you shall be reborn.
The artist believes that their friend will experience a new beginning and a fresh start.




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