Cocoon
Ash Lyrics


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Still comes, apartment walls
I shut around the jaw
Sealed in a second skin
No intent like fail to see

Cocoon, Cocoon
Cocoon, Cocoon
More words still I am long
Never felt so alone
Pick memories of the lights
I dream of taking flight

Cocoon, Cocoon
Cocoon, Cocoon

When I awake and found the sleep
My strength it turns to weak
My winds are falling deep
In the moment I release
I'll have a leap that's black
Shortly into force of clack
Darn skin stretch glamour thin
And the light washes in

Cocoon, Cocoon
Cocoon, Cocoon




Cocoon, Cocoon
Cocoon, Cocoon

Overall Meaning

In this song, Ash is using the metaphor of a cocoon to describe a state of isolation and feeling trapped within oneself. The line "apartment walls I shut around the jaw" suggests a physical wall around oneself, but also a mental wall that is self-imposed. The "sealed in a second skin" line reinforces the theme of being trapped, feeling like you can't escape your own thoughts and emotions.


The chorus of "Cocoon, Cocoon" acts as a mantra, reinforcing the idea of being enclosed and trapped. The next verse speaks of feeling alone, picking memories of happier times, and dreaming of "taking flight" - a desire to escape from the current state of being. The final verse describes a release, a moment where things will change and the cocoon will break open. The use of "darn skin stretch glamour thin" suggests that the cocoon wasn't meant to last forever, but was necessary for growth and change. The last line, "and the light washes in," implies a hopeful ending - that breaking out of the cocoon will lead to a brighter future.


Overall, Ash's "Cocoon" is a poignant exploration of feelings of isolation, entrapment, and the desire for change and growth.


Line by Line Meaning

Still comes, apartment walls
The same apartment walls surround me every day, with no change in sight.


I shut around the jaw
I draw into myself, closing off my emotions and isolating my thoughts.


Sealed in a second skin
I have hidden myself away in a cocoon-like state, shielding myself from the world.


No intent like fail to see
I have no purpose, no direction and feel lost in my surroundings.


Cocoon, Cocoon
I repeat this phrase as a way of acknowledging my current state of emotional and psychological entrapment.


More words still I am long
Despite my isolation, I continue to search for ways to communicate and express myself.


Never felt so alone
I feel a deep sense of loneliness, despite being surrounded by people and things.


Pick memories of the lights
I cling to past memories of times when things felt brighter and more hopeful.


I dream of taking flight
I yearn for escape, for a way to leave my current state behind and find new opportunities.


When I awake and found the sleep
In moments of clarity, I realize how much my current state is affecting me.


My strength it turns to weak
I feel drained and exhausted, with little energy to change my situation.


My winds are falling deep
My motivation and sense of purpose are waning.


In the moment I release
When I let go of my fears and limitations...


I'll have a leap that's black
...I will take a great risk, with no certainty of outcome.


Shortly into force of clack
This bold move will bring a sudden change that is irreversible and strong in nature.


Darn skin stretch glamour thin
My protective layer begins to stretch and weaken, revealing my true self.


And the light washes in
With this newfound vulnerability, I am able to allow hope and positivity back into my life.


Cocoon, Cocoon
I repeat this mantra again, this time as a symbol of hope and transformation.




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Comments from YouTube:

TigerSham

Great song! Sounds like old Ash! Why does this song not have more likes?!

Frank Mccormick

TigerSham cos every ash song sounds the same

kj (the kunoichi)

Cant believe i almost forgot abt this band... thanks to some local inspired beatles + oasis + blur + the stones band, it suddenly reminded me of this band👏👏👏👏👏

KUTA

This band was introduced to me by one my best friends!
I love him! ❤

TardyXIII

Still loving this album and this song has been in my head all day!

Cyberman 18

Awesome song!

AstoundingJB

Wonderful background videos! Overall, an amazing idea for a videoclip!

Calverz

Hahaha that was brillint. Lovin it

Axl Heisenberg

powerful hit single, thx guys

Nikos S Stamatiou

Good old Ash... We still love you

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