Homeland
Carpark North Lyrics
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And I am changed forever on
I've stopped the bleeding from my head
And held my hands up high
The older me is at my feet
He screams for some attention
He speaks of how I used to be
This is my homeland
A place in the sun
You are my homeland
Since you've occurred
Since you've been here
My demons have stopped breathing
Their voices echo in my lungs
Yet I don't need to scream
I can't believe we're standing here
And I don't need my shields up high
I want the risk, I want to dare
I am afraid no more
This is my homeland
A place in the sun
You are my homeland
My place in the sun
You are my homeland
My place in the sun
You are my homeland
The lyrics to Carpark North's song Homeland describe a sense of internal conflict and transformation. The first verse talks about the end of wars and the singer's realization that they have changed forever. They've stopped the bleeding in their head and raised their hands up high, perhaps indicating a newfound sense of surrender or release. The second verse introduces the concept of the "older me," a version of themselves from the past that still haunts them and demands attention. This older version of themselves speaks of how they used to be untouched, out there, and alone.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "this is my homeland" several times, suggesting that the singer has finally found a sense of belonging and comfort in their own skin. They address someone as their "homeland," perhaps a loved one or someone who has helped them to feel grounded in themselves. The final verse speaks of how the demons that once plagued the singer have stopped breathing, and their voices only echo in their lungs. The singer no longer needs to scream or shield themselves from the world; they want to take risks and dare to live life to the fullest.
Overall, the lyrics to Homeland are about transformation and finding a sense of home within oneself. The singer has dealt with internal conflict and turmoil, but has come out the other side stronger and more willing to take on the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Today the wars have ended
The wars that once caused me grief and pain have finally come to an end.
And I am changed forever on
The experiences and hardships of war have altered me permanently.
I've stopped the bleeding from my head
The physical wounds I've suffered have been healed and no longer cause me harm.
And held my hands up high
I'm no longer in fear and can express myself freely without worry.
The older me is at my feet
I've grown and evolved as a person, leaving behind my old self.
He screams for some attention
My old self yearns to be remembered and acknowledged.
He speaks of how I used to be
My old self reminisces about my past persona and experiences.
Untouched, out there, alone
I used to be unblemished, adventurous, and independent.
This is my homeland
The place where I feel the most comfortable and welcomed.
A place in the sun
A place where I can thrive and flourish.
You are my homeland
You are the one who makes me feel like I belong and have a home.
Since you've occurred
Since you have entered my life.
Since you've been here
Since you've become a part of my world.
My demons have stopped breathing
My inner struggles and personal battles no longer consume me.
Their voices echo in my lungs
While the memories of my past hardships linger, they no longer have power over me.
Yet I don't need to scream
I no longer feel the need to express my pain and anger outwardly because I've found peace within myself.
I can't believe we're standing here
I'm overwhelmed by the fact that we've come so far and overcome so much together.
And I don't need my shields up high
I no longer feel the need to protect myself from potential harm or danger since I trust and feel secure with you by my side.
I want the risk, I want to dare
I'm no longer paralyzed by fear and instead feel adventurous and eager to take on challenges.
I am afraid no more
I've overcome my fears and insecurities and am now confident in myself and my future.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LAU HOEJEN NIELSEN, MORTEN THORHAUGE, SOEREN BALSNER
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