Asian Glow was the emo solo project of Gyungwon Shin from Seoul, South Kore… Read Full Bio ↴Asian Glow was the emo solo project of Gyungwon Shin from Seoul, South Korea. He also releases music under the monikers Moth Pylon, CㅔSHcTxㄴ, Ægetheloomer, 신송장, and noman's'lave, and is a member of the bands FOG and DISTRUGGLE.

He officially retired the project in 2024, following the release of Unwired Detour.

The Flag Is Raised
Asian Glow Lyrics

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Here comes that feeling, you should never let it go
Caress that feeling, that feeling in you
The flag is raised, baby glory′s to the throne
It's just beginning, we′re winni-inning
There is no goal, only to walk the promised road
I'm comin' home, Virginia-inia
I′m but a shell baby, the hero is the soul
Keep it within you, continue in you

Suddenly
Everything turns gold for me
Suffering
Isn′t anymore
Gold wash over me
Shining like the sun
Nothing's ugly
White light cover me
In this world and her majesty
Number one reality

Head of the fountain
Head of the arrowhead
(Don′t touch me)
(Don't let them bait you)
Head of the fountain
Head of the arrowhead
(Good looking, yeah, but pay attention)
Head of the fountain
Head of the arrowhead
(Unconscious
I-I had to awaken)
Head of the fountain
Head of the arrowhead

She shines her light on me
Maria, Maria
She shines her light on me
Maria, Maria
Maria, Maria, Mari-Maria, Maria
Caress that feeling
That feeling in you
Maria, Maria, Mari-Maria, Maria
Keep it within you
Continue in you
Maria, Maria, Mari-Maria, Maria
(Never let it go)
Caress that feeling
That feeling in you
Maria, Maria, Mari-Maria, Maria
(The hero is the soul)
Keep it within you
Continue in you

Head of the fountain
Head of the arrowhead
(Caress that feeling)
(Don′t touch me)
Keep it within you
Continue in you

Head of the fountain
Head of the arrowhead
(Maria, Maria, Mari-Maria, Maria)
Head of the fountain
Head of the arrowhead
(Maria, Maria, Mari-Maria, Maria)
Head of the fountain
Head of the arrowhead
(Maria, Maria, Mari-Maria, Maria)

Here comes that feeling, you should never let it go
Caress that feeling, that feeling in you
The flag is raised, baby glory's to the throne
It′s just beginning, we're winni-inning
There is no goal, only to walk the promised road
I'm comin′ home, Virginia-inia

I′m but a shell baby, the hero is the soul
Keep it within you, continue in you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Asian Glow's "The Flag Is Raised" are about a feeling of glory and success. The song opens with the chorus, encouraging the listener to hold onto a certain feeling and nurture it. The flag is raised, which represents a sense of achievement, and the song goes on to say that this is just the beginning and that we are winning. There is no goal but to walk the promised road. The song references Virginia, possibly as a nod to the American Dream and the journey to success that many people undertake.

The second verse talks about how gold represents everything turning good, and how suffering is no more. The lyrics mention white light covering everything, which represents purity and clarity. The bridge goes on to reference "head of the fountain" and "head of the arrowhead" several times, which could represent a sense of direction and purpose. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and bridge.

Overall, the lyrics encourage the listener to have a sense of pride and purpose and to continue to nurture that feeling. The song is upbeat and positive, with a message that can be interpreted in various ways.

Line by Line Meaning

Here comes that feeling, you should never let it go
Embrace that positive feeling inside you and hold onto it tightly

Caress that feeling, that feeling in you
Take care of that feeling you have inside you, nurture it and make it grow

The flag is raised, baby glory's to the throne
We've accomplished something great and we're ready to celebrate our success

It′s just beginning, we're winni-inning
This is only the start, we're on a roll and we're not going to stop now

There is no goal, only to walk the promised road
It's not about achieving a specific goal, instead it's about staying on the path that leads to success

I'm comin′ home, Virginia-inia
I'm returning to a place I feel comfortable and where I belong

I′m but a shell baby, the hero is the soul
I may appear a little empty on the outside, but what's important is what's on the inside

Keep it within you, continue in you
Hold onto that positive feeling inside you and keep pushing forward

Nothing's ugly
Everything is beautiful and perfect in its own way

White light cover me
I'm surrounded by pure and positive energy

Head of the fountain
Leading towards success

Head of the arrowhead
Direct and focused towards success

She shines her light on me, Maria, Maria
Maria is a source of inspiration and positivity, shining her light on me

Writer(s): Benjamin Reichwald, Zak Tor Adebanwo Sten Arogunade Gaterud, Ludwig Tomas Walther Rosenberg

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