Carousel
Borders of Byzantium Lyrics
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Reaching for your dreams
Who is on the other side?
The heart doesn't ever lie.
Forcing your eyes to see
what was never seen
How will you find your way?
Take your hands off me!
You're afraid to take a chance.
If you do believe
Take the step to entrance
Take your hands of me!
It's your time to undertake
If you are ready
No more wasy to overtake
We're in this together trapped godforsaken
Turning out of control, leaving in your eyes
Its too late to stop now, no exit, no escape.
The carousel got a hold of your soul tonight
Whisper in my ears
Your real inner needs
Will you take the next ride?
You know there's nowhere to hide
Take your hands off me!
You've been driven to despair
If you want to see
outlast the eternal nightmare
We're in this together trapped godforsaken
Turning out of control, leaving in your eyes
Its too late to stop now, no exit, no escape.
The carousel got a hold of your soul tonight.
The lyrics of Borders of Byzantium's song "Carousel" speak to an individual in the midst of being pulled onto a metaphorical carousel that represents the trials and tribulations of life. The opening line, "Getting inside you, reaching for your dreams," suggests that the carousel is a manifestation of the singer's internal struggles as they aim to achieve their aspirations. The line, "Who is on the other side? The heart doesn't ever lie," implies that the singer is searching for someone or something that can help them navigate the carousel, but ultimately understands that the heart is the only trustworthy guide.
Further, the lyrics suggest that the singer is struggling to cope with the pressures of the carousel. They are being "forced" to see things they have never seen, and there is a sense of desperation as they "fall to their knees and pray." The chorus, which repeats the line "Take your hands off me!" suggests that they are grappling with external forces that are trying to hinder their progress.
Yet, despite the struggles, the lyrics also convey a sense of hope, with the suggestion that both the singer and their internal guide are in this together. They are "trapped godforsaken" but there is a sense of camaraderie in their experiences. The line, "Whisper in my ears, your real inner needs," implies that, in the end, the singer will find what they need within themselves to overcome the trials of the carousel and come out stronger on the other side.
Line by Line Meaning
Getting inside you
Trying to understand what's inside of you
Reaching for your dreams
Striving to achieve your deepest desires
Who is on the other side?
Wondering who or what is waiting for you on the other side of your aspirations
The heart doesn't ever lie.
Your instincts will always guide you to what is true
Forcing your eyes to see
Encouraging you to view things from a different perspective
what was never seen
Seeing something that was previously hidden or unknown
How will you find your way?
Questioning your path and how to navigate it
Fall to your knees and pray!
Suggesting that prayer may provide clarity and direction
Take your hands off me!
Asking someone to stop hindering your progress
You're afraid to take a chance.
Not being willing to take risks due to fear
If you do believe
Making the most of your beliefs
Take the step to entrance
Embracing change and the unknown with open arms
It's your time to undertake
The time is now to take action
No more wasy to overtake
Not allowing yourself to miss out on opportunities anymore
We're in this together trapped godforsaken
Feeling stuck and isolated, but knowing that others are in the same predicament
Turning out of control, leaving in your eyes
The chaos of life feels overwhelming and is reflected in your expression
Its too late to stop now, no exit, no escape.
The situation has become too intense to reverse or escape from
The carousel got a hold of your soul tonight
Feeling powerless to the cycle of life and its twists and turns
Whisper in my ears
Sharing your secrets or deepest desires with someone you trust
Your real inner needs
Understanding what truly drives you
Will you take the next ride?
Asking if you're willing to face and overcome new challenges
You know there's nowhere to hide
Acknowledging that it's time to face reality and overcome obstacles
You've been driven to despair
Feeling hopeless and defeated
If you want to see
If you're truly invested in change and growth
outlast the eternal nightmare
Overcoming your personal struggles and emerging victorious
We're in this together trapped godforsaken
Feeling stuck and isolated, but knowing that others are in the same predicament
Turning out of control, leaving in your eyes
The chaos of life feels overwhelming and is reflected in your expression
Its too late to stop now, no exit, no escape.
The situation has become too intense to reverse or escape from
The carousel got a hold of your soul tonight.
Feeling powerless to the cycle of life and its twists and turns
Contributed by Matthew A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
DxmienR
This song is amazing and very underrated ❤️🤟🏽
Neomellow
This is the perfect love song in my opinion guys, i don't know if you are trying to do a song of personal growth or a love song, but i think it's love because the feelings of the person trying to help other, that is love for me