Sunspot
Atomic Box Lyrics
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Another time, thoughts behind me understand
How could we sacrifice the future
Hold on
Go before the open door don't question now I just know how
I can't hold back I'm on the rack my mind is ready to attack
I cry inside, I cry inside
Ruined lives so common place a blasted house, a dirt-stained face
It's my mistake
And now my sin has turned into this silent screaming virtue
Did you see (I never saw)
The sun was in my eyes
I lead where blind men follow (The living dead)
Forever hollow
I never saw (You should have known)
The sun was in my eyes
There they stand, their accusations live in me
Hypocrisy
I bleed for them, this need for them
The ruined stone
We're all alone
I face disgrace, tell the world I'll leave this place
I have no fear, now disappear
This taste of happiness so near
The song "Sunspot" by Atomic Box begins with the lines "Bright flash, change my mind, another time, thoughts behind me understand." The opening lines suggest that there has been an intense experience, perhaps a revelation or realization, which has prompted the singer to reevaluate their own thoughts and experiences. The following lines call into question the sacrifices made in the name of progress and the cost of progress on future generations.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "I never saw, the sun was in my eyes," which can be interpreted in different ways, but seems to suggest a blindness or lack of awareness on the part of the singer. This blindness may relate to the broader theme of sacrificing the future for the present or of people being blinded to the suffering and injustice around them.
Later in the song, the singer takes responsibility for their part in the state of affairs described in the earlier lyrics, saying "I am the king of everything, it's my mistake." However, the singer also expresses a desire to break free from this cycle of destruction and move towards a happier future.
Overall, "Sunspot" is a reflection on the consequences of human choices and the effects of those choices on future generations.
Line by Line Meaning
Bright Flash, change My Mind
The sudden realization has made me change my mind
Another time, thoughts behind me understand
I understand my past thoughts from a different perspective
How could we sacrifice the future
Reflecting on the choices that led to sacrificing the potential future
Hold on
Stay strong and don't give up
Go before the open door don't question now I just know how
I have a clear understanding of the path ahead and don't question it
I can't hold back I'm on the rack my mind is ready to attack
I am unable to control my thoughts as they consume me
I cry inside, I cry inside
Pain and sorrow overwhelm me internally
Ruined lives so common place a blasted house, a dirt-stained face
The aftermath of destruction and chaos has become a familiar sight
I am the king of everything
The ego has taken control, thinking that everything revolves around me
It's my mistake
Acknowledging a mistake that has been made
And now my sin has turned into this silent screaming virtue
The guilt of my wrongdoing has transformed into a beacon of moral responsibility
Did you see (I never saw)
Reflecting on a missed opportunity or critical detail
The sun was in my eyes
A physical obstacle prevented me from seeing clearly
I lead where blind men follow (The living dead)
Taking charge even if it means leading those who are unaware or indifferent of their surroundings
Forever hollow
Feeling empty and unfulfilled
I never saw (You should have known)
Realizing that I missed the warning signs and should have known better
There they stand, their accusations live in me
The criticism of others has left a lasting impact and influenced my current state
Hypocrisy
The act of being two-faced or not practicing what is preached
I bleed for them, this need for them
Feeling an intense emotional connection to those who have been hurt
The ruined stone
A metaphor for something that was once strong and unyielding but is now broken and frail
We're all alone
Despite being surrounded by others, we all experience moments of loneliness
I face disgrace, tell the world I'll leave this place
Acknowledging the consequences of one's actions and committing to making a change
I have no fear, now disappear
The fear has dissipated, giving way to a sense of detachment
This taste of happiness so near
Despite everything, there remains a glimmer of joy that is within reach
Contributed by Adam P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.