Arcadia
Ash Lyrics
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Now I'm homeward bound, way to see you later
If you make that step you're the instigator
Got my mind made up, I'll be your navigator
If you want me to travel over moonlit miles
For a precious smile
Following my lonely heart
Call on me, take me...
Far over the seas
I return in my dreams
Sailing home under the stars
To be safe in your arms
Ever near, travel through time
Ever close in my mind
Say you will truly be mine
Say you'll always be mine
We are a winning combination
We're two stars aligned in a constellation
When I get too low you're my inspiration
Never let me down, you're a revelation
One that comes along once in a lifetime
Oh I realise
You give me love free and wild
Oh my child, lead me...
Far over the seas
I return in my dreams
Sailing home under the stars
To be safe in your arms
Ever near, travel through time
Ever close in my mind
Say you will truly be mine
Say you'll always be mine
Our empire stretches from the deserts
To the ice fields
Love and courage can take us anywhere
We dare to go
Far over the seas
I return in my dreams
Sailing home under the stars
To be safe in your arms
Ever near, travel through time
Ever close in my mind
Say you will truly be mine
Say you'll always be mine
The lyrics to Ash's song Arcadia describe a journey towards a loved one, a journey filled with hope, determination, and love. The song opens with a call to action: "Light up, spark the detonator, now I'm homeward bound, way to see you later." The singer is ready to explode into action and make his way back to his beloved. He encourages them to make the first move, to take that step towards him, saying "If you make that step you're the instigator, got my mind made up, I'll be your navigator." He is willing to travel any distance, even "over moonlit miles" for the chance to see their "precious smile." This journey is inspired by "my lonely heart," but he knows that his lover is there waiting for him.
The second verse continues this theme, describing the strong bond between the two lovers. We learn that they are "two stars aligned in a constellation" and that the singer turns to their loved one when they feel low, saying "When I get too low you're my inspiration, never let me down, you're a revelation." This love is one that comes "once in a lifetime" and is "free and wild." The chorus repeats the desire to be with their loved one, sailing home under the stars to be safe in their arms. The final verse expands on this desire, describing it as an empire that stretches "from the deserts to the ice fields," and the two lovers are willing to go anywhere together. It is a love characterized by "courage" and "daring."
Overall, the lyrics of Arcadia paint a picture of deep, enduring love - a love that endures despite the distance between two people, a love that inspires and motivates, and a love that is free and wild. It is a song of hope and determination, but also a song of comfort and safety, of finding a home in another person.
Line by Line Meaning
Light up, spark the detonator
Get ready and be prepared to take action
Now I'm homeward bound, way to see you later
I am returning home and will catch up with you later
If you make that step you're the instigator
If you take the initiative to move forward, you will be the one who starts the action
Got my mind made up, I'll be your navigator
I have made up my mind to guide and lead the way for you
If you want me to travel over moonlit miles
If you want me to go the distance and journey far for you
For a precious smile
To see your precious smile and make you happy
Following my lonely heart
I am following my heart's desires, even if it means being alone
Call on me, take me...
Reach out to me, and I will come to you
Far over the seas
Traveling a great distance over the ocean
I return in my dreams
I come back to you in my dreams
Sailing home under the stars
Returning home safely while sailing under the stars
To be safe in your arms
To feel safe and loved in your embrace
Ever near, travel through time
Always close to each other, and willing to travel through time together
Ever close in my mind
Always in my thoughts and memories
Say you will truly be mine
Promise me that you will be mine and only mine
Say you'll always be mine
Promise me that you will be mine forever
We are a winning combination
We are a perfect match and destined to succeed together
We're two stars aligned in a constellation
We are two perfectly aligned stars among many in the sky
When I get too low you're my inspiration
You inspire me and lift me up when I am feeling down
Never let me down, you're a revelation
You have never disappointed me and are a true blessing in my life
One that comes along once in a lifetime
Someone as special as you only comes along once in a lifetime
Oh I realize
I understand and acknowledge
You give me love free and wild
Your love is pure, passionate, and unbridled
Oh my child, lead me...
Lead me to where you want me to go, my love
Our empire stretches from the deserts to the ice fields
Our love is vast and all-encompassing, reaching from the hottest deserts to the coldest ice fields
Love and courage can take us anywhere
With love and courage, we can go anywhere and conquer anything
We dare to go
We are brave and unafraid to face any challenge together
Contributed by Camilla I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Noble
Severely underrated song
Augusto Nonga Putra
Indeed
hectorial85
That vocal line is SO damn catchy. Love Ash and this tune.
Mike Legat
116 thousand views for a masterpiece like this is an absolute disgrace!!!
emmettjarlath
This song proves that a band can still create something amazing after all these years!
Rich P
One of my absolute favourite Ash songs. So damn upbeat.
Calverz
This song and video I love. Thank you so much for writing and makin this video. You guys are great.
Nogy
Thank you Ash for all your music that you made. You are one of my most favourite music interpretes.
broke ur neck
Ah, I just heard this song today in the background of a video I was watching and it sounded so good. I’m so happy I’ve found it! I didn’t realize it was 24 years old haha.
mankitsu524
I stand corrected. Ash still has IT. Great song.