Silver Lining
Amanda Ghost Lyrics


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Drawn to the violence of change
Charmed by the sentimental brave
I hear the door slam I look the other way
I hate the small talk and the empty days

Silver lining, I bathe in your light
I'll always believe in your place in my life
Silver lining, I know that I'm right
I'll always believe in your right to shine

Scared of the things that people say
Knowing my confidence might fail
I feel the worlds weight upon my breaking back
I see uncertainty and the visible cracks

Silver lining, I bathe in your light
I'll always believe in your place in my life
Silver lining, I know that I'm right
I'll always believe in your right to shine

Silver lining, I bathe in your light
I'll always believe in your place in my life




Silver lining, I know that I'm right
I'll always believe in your right to shine

Overall Meaning

In "Silver Lining" by Amanda Ghost, the opening lines speak of the attraction to change despite the often unsettling qualities that accompany it. Amanda Ghost appears to be drawn towards risky and uncertain changes, which she describes as "violence." She also mentions being charmed by the "sentimental brave," which may refer to a certain type of person who takes on bold actions with an emotional openness. Nevertheless, despite her attraction to change, she dislikes the mundanity of small talk and uneventful days. She then begins to talk about a "silver lining," a glimmer of hope that appears amidst the darkness, perhaps representing a person or object that uplifts and inspires her. The repetition of the phrase throughout the song emphasizes the importance of believing in something positive to overcome challenging times.


The following verse speaks of Amanda Ghost being fearful of what others say and insecure in her own confidence, feeling as though the world's weight is on her "breaking back." "Uncertainty and the visible cracks" suggest her own weaknesses and vulnerabilities, which may be exacerbated by external criticism. However, the "silver lining" provides her with a sense of stability and optimism, as she bathes in its light and believes in its place in her life. The song's chorus reinforces the theme of hope, declaring a steadfast faith in the "silver lining's" right to shine.


Line by Line Meaning

Drawn to the violence of change
I am attracted to the tumultuous nature of change.


Charmed by the sentimental brave
I am mesmerized by those individuals who are emotionally sensitive yet still courageous.


I hear the door slam I look the other way
I avoid confronting difficult situations.


I hate the small talk and the empty days
I despise meaningless conversations and unproductive days.


Silver lining, I bathe in your light
Despite the challenges, I find hope and positivity in the situation.


I'll always believe in your place in my life
I have faith in the significance of this positive aspect in my life.


Silver lining, I know that I'm right
I am certain that the good in this situation will prevail.


I'll always believe in your right to shine
I will always support the flourishing of this positive aspect.


Scared of the things that people say
I am frightened by the negative opinions of others.


Knowing my confidence might fail
I am aware that my self-assurance may falter.


I feel the worlds weight upon my breaking back
I sense the heavy burden of the world weighing down on me and threatening to break me.


I see uncertainty and the visible cracks
I perceive ambiguity and the visible signs of impending failure.


Silver lining, I bathe in your light
Despite the challenges, I find hope and positivity in the situation.


I'll always believe in your place in my life
I have faith in the significance of this positive aspect in my life.


Silver lining, I know that I'm right
I am certain that the good in this situation will prevail.


I'll always believe in your right to shine
I will always support the flourishing of this positive aspect.


Silver lining, I bathe in your light
Despite the challenges, I find hope and positivity in the situation.


I'll always believe in your place in my life
I have faith in the significance of this positive aspect in my life.


Silver lining, I know that I'm right
I am certain that the good in this situation will prevail.


I'll always believe in your right to shine
I will always support the flourishing of this positive aspect.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROLAND SIMEON BOWRING, AMANDA GHOST, Simeon Bowring

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