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Aphasia
Bardo Pond Lyrics
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Black hole soul
Comes to visit
Lay back your head
The lyrics to Bardo Pond's song Aphasia are steeped in mysticism and metaphor. "When the one with wings" likely refers to a celestial being, possibly an angel or a deity. This figure is described as having a "black hole soul," which could be interpreted as a void or emptiness within them. The line "comes to visit" suggests that this being is not a permanent presence, but rather something that arrives intermittently.
The final line "lay back your head" is more ambiguous, but could be seen as an invitation to embrace this mystical visitor. It could be interpreted as a surrender to the unknown, an invitation to let go of preconceptions and embrace the mystery of the universe. The dreamy, hypnotic quality of the music reinforces this theme of letting go and drifting into the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
When the one with wings
When a person who seems to have a certain superiority, advantage, or power arrives
Black hole soul
Their mind is like a black hole, dark and empty
Comes to visit
Arrives and makes their presence known
Lay back your head
Relax and allow yourself to be vulnerable in their presence
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: AARON IGLER, CLINT TAKEDA, ISOBEL SOLLENBERGER, JASON SINCLAIR, JOHN GIBBONS, MICHAEL GIBBONS
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