Farewell
At The Grove Lyrics

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You walked away quiet night
No words just empty light
Shadow fades round the bend
Where did you go my friend

Echoes in the silent hall
Memories start to fall
Trailing whispers in the air

Was it real were you there

Oh silent farewell
In the night no one could tell
Fading footprints in the snow
Why you left I'll never know

Dreams like pictures in my mind
Moments now hard to find
Stars that shine then disappear
Leaving darkness full of fear

Your voice was my guiding star
Now I wonder where you are
Days are long nights are cold
Holding on to tales we told

Why the silence, why no word
Gone like wind unheard
Did you think I'd be alright
Faced with endless night

Dreams like pictures in my mind
Moments now hard to find
Fading footprints in the snow
Why you left I'll never know

Dreams silent, farewell
In the night no one could tell
Fading footprints in the snow
Why you left I'll never know

Dreams like pictures in my mind
Moments now hard to find
Stars that shine then disappear
Leaving darkness full of fear

Your voice was my guiding star
Now I wonder where you are
Days are long nights are cold
Holding on to tales we told
Quiet and darkness, full of fear of you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Farewell" by At The Grove reflect a deep and poignant sense of loss and longing that emerges from a quiet, reflective space following the departure of a significant figure in the singer's life. The opening lines depict the departure of this person as understated yet profoundly impactful, as they "walked away" in silence, leaving behind an "empty light." This imagery suggests an absence that is palpable yet unspoken, signifying not only the physical loss of the friend but also the existential weight of their absence. The mention of shadows fading creates a visual representation of how this relationship was once vibrant but is now receding into memory, leaving the singer in a state of confusion and yearning for connection.

The theme of memory and its fleeting nature runs throughout the song, establishing a haunting echo of the shared experiences that once were. In the second stanza, the singer grapples with the remnants of the relationship that linger like "echoes in the silent hall." This juxtaposition highlights the contrast between the vibrancy of past moments and the stark reality of solitude in the present. The use of phrases like "trailing whispers" implies a sense of uncertainty about the reality of the past; questions of whether the relationship was genuine or merely a figment of imagination underline the singer's struggle to reconcile their emotions with the loss they are experiencing. Such reflections evoke a deeply human response to abandonment, emphasizing nostalgia while instilling a sense of vulnerability.

As the song continues, the motif of silence is emphasized, marking a shift from the emotional vibrancy of shared experiences to an isolating stillness. The "silent farewell" paints a picture of a goodbye that lacked closure or explanation. This absence escalates feelings of confusion and sorrow, as evidenced by lines describing "fading footprints in the snow," symbolizing the transient nature of the relationship and the singer's futile attempts to grasp what has been left behind. The imagery of footprints, which fade away, speaks to the impermanence of human connections and the inevitable passage of time that brings both change and melancholy. The singer’s longing to understand the reason for the departure highlights a deep-seated desire for continued connection, which contributes to the emotional weight of the farewell.

In the concluding verses, the intensity of the singer's feelings culminates in a reflection on the impact this person had on their life. Their voice being referred to as a "guiding star" serves as a metaphor for the support and direction they once provided, emphasizing the stark void created by their absence. The mention of "days are long, nights are cold" evokes a sense of desolation that underscores both the physical and emotional coldness left behind. Furthermore, the repetition of dreams and memories intertwining with fear alludes to the haunting nature of recollections that now bring pain rather than comfort. The lyrics encapsulate a universal experience of loss, illustrating how the remnants of joy can turn into shadows that elicit fear and confusion, ultimately leaving the singer grappling with an unfilled space within their life and heart.

Line by Line Meaning

You walked away quiet night
You left silently during the nighttime.

No words just empty light
There were no spoken goodbyes, just a void where light once was.

Shadow fades round the bend
Your presence dwindles as you disappear from view.

Where did you go my friend
I am left wondering about your whereabouts, my companion.

Echoes in the silent hall
Sounds of the past resonate in the stillness around me.

Memories start to fall
Recall of shared experiences begins to slip away.

Trailing whispers in the air
Soft murmurs of what was linger in the atmosphere.

Was it real were you there
I question the authenticity of our moments together.

Oh silent farewell
A quiet goodbye that leaves no traces of emotion.

In the night no one could tell
During the dark, no one notices the loss I feel.

Fading footprints in the snow
The remnants of your presence gradually disappear.

Why you left I'll never know
I am left in confusion regarding your departure.

Dreams like pictures in my mind
Visions of our shared dreams remain vivid in my thoughts.

Moments now hard to find
Recalling those cherished times has become a challenge.

Stars that shine then disappear
Bright moments come and go quickly, leaving only emptiness.

Leaving darkness full of fear
The absence of light leaves me surrounded by anxiety.

Your voice was my guiding star
Your words provided direction and comfort in my life.

Now I wonder where you are
I find myself questioning your current situation.

Days are long nights are cold
Time stretches painfully and nights grow increasingly lonely.

Holding on to tales we told
Clinging to the stories of our past together provides some solace.

Why the silence, why no word
I seek understanding for your sudden quietness and absence of communication.

Gone like wind unheard
You left without a trace, as if carried away by the unnoticed breeze.

Did you think I'd be alright
I question whether you believed I could cope with your departure.

Faced with endless night
I am confronted with perpetual darkness following your absence.

Dreams like pictures in my mind
Visions of our shared dreams remain vivid in my thoughts.

Moments now hard to find
Recalling those cherished times has become a challenge.

Fading footprints in the snow
The remnants of your presence gradually disappear.

Why you left I'll never know
I am left in confusion regarding your departure.

Dreams silent, farewell
Quietly, I say goodbye to the dreams we once shared.