Rust
BLACK LABEL SOCIETY (feat. Zakk Wylde) Lyrics
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Just as long as I can share it all with you
Yesterday, today, tomorrow, come rain, come shine
Hell and back, the beginning in between till' the end of time
All that shines turns to rust
All that stands in time turns to dust
But you ain't no fool and honey, I'm damn sure that you know
Yesterday, today, tomorrow, come rain, come shine
Hell and back, the beginning in between till' the end of time
All that shines turns to rust
All that stands in time turns to dust
All that shines turns to rust
All that stands in time turns to dust
All that shines turns to rust
All that stands in time turns to dust
The lyrics of "Rust" by Black Label Society (feat. Zakk Wylde) depict a bond between two people who have lived, fought and obsessed together, through thick and thin. The singer acknowledges the impermanence of life, the fact that all things eventually fade and decay, even the things we hold most dear. The repeated refrain, "All that shines turns to rust, all that stands in time turns to dust," hammers home this idea.
The lines "As above, so below / But you ain't no fool and honey, I'm damn sure that you know" suggest a recognition of a higher power or force at work, but also an understanding that the other person is wise and aware of their surroundings. The refrain is repeated three times, emphasizing the inevitable transience of all things in this world.
In essence, "Rust" is a poignant reminder to cherish the present moment, to value our relationships and experiences, and to accept the temporary nature of our existence. The song acknowledges the inevitability of aging, decay and entropy, while emphasizing the importance of living fully in each moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Living, fighting, obsessing
I continuously strive and indulge in various experiences and emotions.
Just as long as I can share it all with you
As long as I have someone to share my life with, I will keep living and experiencing everything.
Yesterday, today, tomorrow, come rain, come shine
No matter the time or the weather conditions, I will continue to live my life to the fullest.
Hell and back, the beginning in between till' the end of time
I have been through various ups and downs, but my life will go on from the beginning, through various stages, till the end of time.
All that shines turns to rust
Everything that appears to be bright and shiny might lose its luster and fade away with time.
All that stands in time turns to dust
Everything that exists will eventually come to an end and turn into dust.
As above, so below
The earthly and spiritual realms are interconnected, but I am aware that you understand this as well.
But you ain't no fool and honey, I'm damn sure that you know
I know that you are wise and aware of the world around you.
All that shines turns to rust
Once again, I am emphasizing that everything that appears to be bright and shiny might lose its luster and fade away with time.
All that stands in time turns to dust
Once again, I am emphasizing that everything that exists will eventually come to an end and turn into dust.
All that shines turns to rust
Once again, I am emphasizing that everything that appears to be bright and shiny might lose its luster and fade away with time.
All that stands in time turns to dust
Once again, I am emphasizing that everything that exists will eventually come to an end and turn into dust.
Lyrics © REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: ZACHARY P WYLDE
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