Autumnal
Arcan'A Lyrics

The song "Autumnal" by Arcan'A features lyrics that are both emotive and enigmatic. The opening lines, "Absent presence, embraced by silence, altering tints, bringing belief", convey a sense of nostalgia and introspection. The singer is likely reflecting on a past experience or relationship that they miss, but that is now absent from their life. The use of the phrase "embraced by silence" implies that the absence brings with it a sort of quiet comfort, or perhaps a sense of resignation. The phrase "altering tints" could be a reference to the changing colors of fall, or to the way that memories can be colored or altered over time. The final line, "bringing belief", is somewhat ambiguous, but could suggest that the absence has led the singer to have faith in something new.

The second stanza introduces a new set of images and ideas. The phrase "alarming coil" is startling and evocative, suggesting perhaps that the change in season is jarring or unexpected. "Wakes wintering will" is a lovely bit of alliteration that suggests a stirring or awakening, after a period of dormancy or hibernation. "Wistful thoughts" suggests a kind of melancholy or regret, and "Autumnal within" reinforces the idea that the singer is feeling the weight of the changing season on an emotional level.

The final stanza brings the song to a close, and is perhaps the most cryptic of the three. "Closing season" echoes the opening lines, but now suggests a more final sense of closure. "Adorned with reflection" could refer to the way that autumn leaves and trees can be beautiful in their dying, or to the reflective mood of the singer. "Tempting solitude" sounds almost like an oxymoron - how can solitude be tempting? But it could suggest that the singer is being drawn to a period of introspection or quiet reflection. Finally, "attempted escape" could mean a number of things - the singer may be trying to escape their memories or feelings, or they may be trying to escape from the season of autumn itself.