Dragonfly
Atomic Cafe Lyrics
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Couldn't see all that pretty shit
I was terrified, did I normalize these things?
Caught in a bird's eye, lost and alone
My baby listens on the phone
While I seek and I try to find what puts this man at ease
Take these wings in desolation
Who will love you once you're broken?
Who will be there in the end?
I can try and change but that don't
Mean I'll be a better man
Looming trials and tribulations
In the end, will I still stand?
Mama told me, fight for your own
In due time you'll take your thrown
Simple life was my pride
The catcher in the rye in me
Carry on, she says to me
Plead with God for all bad deeds
Cause the winds and the breeze
Yeah they're slowly humbling me
Take these wings in desolation
Take them in your arms again
Who will love you once you're broken?
Who will be there in the end?
I can try and change but that don't
Mean I'll be a better man
Looming trials and tribulations
In the end, will I still stand?
In the song "Dragonfly" by Atomic Cafe, the lyrics portray a sense of self-doubt, fear, and the search for inner peace. The singer seems to be trapped in a cycle of superficiality, represented by being "stuck in the highlights" and unable to see beyond the "pretty shit." This leads to a feeling of terror and questioning whether they have normalized these superficialities in their life.
The singer feels lost and alone, as if they are being observed from a distance like a bird's eye view. Their baby listens on the phone, possibly indicating a distant relationship or lack of emotional connection. In their search for peace and understanding, the singer questions what can bring them comfort and ease in life.
The chorus brings up the concept of desolation, as the singer asks someone to take their broken wings in their arms again. This can be interpreted as a plea for someone to provide love and support even when they are at their lowest point. The question of who will love them once they are broken reflects a fear of abandonment or rejection. The singer acknowledges their own flaws and acknowledges that change doesn't guarantee becoming a better person. They face looming trials and tribulations and question if they will still stand strong in the end.
The second verse reflects the advice from the singer's mother to fight for themselves, implying the importance of independence and self-determination. The pride in leading a simple life is mentioned, which contrasts with the superficiality mentioned earlier. The reference to "the catcher in the rye" is likely a nod to J.D. Salinger's novel, symbolizing a sense of protectiveness and preservation of innocence. The singer is encouraged to carry on, possibly implying resilience and perseverance despite the challenges faced. Pleading with God for forgiveness for past wrongdoings is mentioned, suggesting a desire for redemption and personal growth. The winds and the breeze are described as humbling, indicating a realization of their own vulnerability and the need to let go of ego-driven desires.
Line by Line Meaning
Stuck in the highlights, I was convinced
Trapped in superficiality, I believed in its allure
Couldn't see all that pretty shit
I was blind to the emptiness beneath the surface
I was terrified, did I normalize these things?
I was afraid, have I made these things seem normal?
Caught in a bird's eye, lost and alone
Trapped in an outsider's perspective, feeling isolated and aimless
My baby listens on the phone
My loved one listens, providing emotional support from afar
While I seek and I try to find what puts this man at ease
Meanwhile, I search and strive to discover what brings peace to this troubled soul
Take these wings in desolation
Accept these burdens in my state of loneliness and despair
Take them in your arms again
Embrace them with love and understanding once more
Who will love you once you're broken?
Who will show you affection when you are damaged and vulnerable?
Who will be there in the end?
Who will stand by your side until the very end?
I can try and change but that don't
I can attempt to transform, but that does not necessarily
Mean I'll be a better man
Guarantee that I will become a superior individual
Looming trials and tribulations
Impending challenges and hardships
In the end, will I still stand?
Ultimately, will I remain resilient and strong?
Mama told me, fight for your own
Mother advised me to defend what belongs to me
In due time you'll take your thrown
Eventually, you will claim your rightful position of power
Simple life was my pride
I treasured a modest existence
The catcher in the rye in me
The protector of innocence within me
Carry on, she says to me
Continue forward, she encourages me
Plead with God for all bad deeds
Beg to God for forgiveness of past wrongdoings
Cause the winds and the breeze
Because the forces of nature
Yeah they're slowly humbling me
Yes, they are gradually making me realize my place in the world
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Daniel Akah, Harrison Miles, Nathaniel Essma
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