The Darkness
Brains The Lyrics
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Take my hand let me sleep
In the coolness of your shadow
In the silence of your deep
Darkness, darkness, hide my yearning
For the things that cannot be
Keep my mind from constant turning
Darkness, darkness, long and lonesome
Is the day that brings my happiness
I have found the edge of silence
Oh, I am in depths of fear
Darkness, darkness, be my blanket
Cover me with the endless night
Take away, take away the pain of your way
Fill the emptiness with light, na na na na na
Darkness, darkness, be my pillow
Take my hand and let me sleep
In the coolness of your shadow
In the silence of your deep
Darkness, darkness, hide my yearning
For the things that cannot be
Keep my mind, keep my mind from constant turning
Toward the things that cannot see, no, no, oh
The opening lines of Brains The's song "The Darkness" start with a plea for darkness to be a comforting presence, as if requesting for it to be a gentle, motherly figure who can cradle the singer into sleep. It is a metaphorical representation of someone wanting respite from the struggles of life and not being able to find it in the light. The darkness is a place for introspection and a place where one can reflect on their deepest fears without the harsh realities of the world around them. The lyrics then describe the darkness as a shield against yearning and desires that the singer cannot fulfill. It becomes a sanctuary against the harsh light of the world and the constant reminders of what one cannot have.
The chorus repeats the request for darkness to take away the singer's pain and fill the emptiness with light. This is an interesting juxtaposition because darkness is typically associated with fear and emptiness, but the singer seems to find comfort in it. It is an acknowledgement that darkness can be both unsettling and peaceful at the same time, depending on the perspective.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of silence and how it can be both calming and frightening. The singer finds the "edge of silence" and is afraid of what lies beyond it, but also revels in the stillness that it brings. The lyrics of "The Darkness" are a powerful reflection on the human experience and the different ways that people find solace in trying times.
Line by Line Meaning
Darkness, darkness, be my pillow
I am seeking refuge in the darkness to hide from my troubles and sorrows.
Take my hand let me sleep
I need the darkness to guide me and give me rest from my struggles.
In the coolness of your shadow
The darkness provides me with a sense of comfort and relief from the heat of life's problems.
In the silence of your deep
The quiet darkness offers a space of tranquility where I can be at peace.
Darkness, darkness, hide my yearning
I am using the darkness to conceal my longing for things I cannot have.
For the things that cannot be
I am grieving for what I have lost or what I will never have.
Keep my mind from constant turning
The darkness helps to stop the endless cycle of my thoughts and worries.
Toward the things that cannot see, no, no
I am trying to let go of the things that I cannot change or control.
Darkness, darkness, long and lonesome
The darkness can be a lonely place where I must confront my fears and anxieties.
Is the day that brings my happiness
Sometimes the only way for me to find joy is to face my darkest days and embrace the unknown.
I have found the edge of silence
Through the darkness, I have discovered a place of peaceful stillness.
Oh, I am in depths of fear
Despite finding moments of peace, I am still struggling with fear and uncertainty.
Darkness, darkness, be my blanket
I am asking the darkness to envelop me and shield me from the harshness of the world.
Cover me with the endless night
I need the darkness to provide a permanent reprieve from my troubles and strife.
Take away, take away the pain of your way
I am searching for relief from the burdens of life that weigh heavily on me.
Fill the emptiness with light, na na na na na
I am seeking to find hope and meaning in the darkness, and to fill the void with positivity and light.
Lyrics © Royalty Network Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JESSE COLIN YOUNG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dan K
old school punk rocker here, this band brings me back, great, short, hard tunes w/ a funny twist that I can listen too a hundred times in a row , ordered the cd yesterday, Thanks guys
abraham janicki
there is nothing better than playing/rocking out your raw emotions. love it!!!
Within Punkzine
The lryical content on this video matches the intensity of the emotions of facing ourselves and our demons as written. Well produced video worthy of any Scream gem dark and well directed.Love the old foundation coming through revamped in a clean tight direction.
Tiberius Kirk
Best guitar I heard in years. That is a real band. Cherish it people!
Gunnar Applebaum
Yes! They did so good! That creature was awesome! Best album!
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