Cycles of Existential Rhyme
Chicano Batman Lyrics
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Upon this crowded star
It's been my longest night
Under this full moon light
As her brother Sun begins to rise
The new year's passed it's almost done
My present situation is this song
I sit back and watch it play
The clock it ticks it never stops
Melting memories into teardrops
Shedding my past lives, loves, and everlasting pain and joy
But I'm in the future now
With feet on the earth and hands on the branches that I climb
Within the waves that carry me
And now I'm sinking deep into her soul
Like floating in the ocean we breathe to control
The rhythm of our place in time
In cycles of existential rhyme
In Chicano Batman's song Cycles of Existential Rhyme, the singer speaks of his journey through time and space, contemplating the passing of another year and the many cycles of life he has experienced. The song opens with the singer behind the wheel, driving through the hustle and bustle of a busy city, under the full light of the moon. The moon is a metaphor for the passage of time, and the sun's appearance is symbolic of a new beginning, a fresh start. The singer then reflects on his current situation, where he finds solace in listening to this very song, which serves as a glimpse of his life's reel, and he sits back and watches the story play out before him.
The emphasis then shifts to time and how it never stops ticking, constantly moving forward. Memories come and go, leaving behind only the residue of tears, a testament to feelings felt and experiences that have now faded away. Pain and joy, which are both essential parts of the human experience, have been shed, and the only thing left is the present moment, which the singer is keen on enjoying. He is now in the future, his feet firmly planted on the earth and his hands grasping the branches he has climbed. The story then seamlessly transitions from the physical realm to a place where the singer is within the waves. The mention of waves is symbolic of the fluidity and fragility of life while acknowledging the cyclical nature of existence. The singer then submerges himself deep into the soul of the person he shares this with, breathing in the rhythm of life's natural rhythm, and embracing the existential rhyme that connects us all.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm driving in my car
I am journeying through life, navigating the path that has been laid out before me.
Upon this crowded star
On this world, so densely populated and full of life, I find myself searching for my place.
It's been my longest night
I have been in a dark place for a long time, struggling to find my way out into the light.
Under this full moon light
Though I am surrounded by darkness, there is a glimmer of hope that I can cling to, illuminating the way forward.
As her brother Sun begins to rise
With the dawn of a new day, I feel newfound optimism and energy to keep moving forward.
The new year's passed it's almost done
Another year has come and gone, and I am reflecting on the progress I've made and what I hope to achieve in the future.
My present situation is this song
I am using music to express my current struggles and triumphs, hoping to connect with others who share similar experiences.
It turns my life into a reel
Through the creation of art, I am able to distill the chaos of reality into something tangible and meaningful.
I sit back and watch it play
Once my creative work is complete, I am able to sit back and observe it from a distance, gaining new perspective on my life experiences.
The clock it ticks it never stops
Time continues to move forward, each second bringing me closer to the end of my journey.
Melting memories into teardrops
As I move forward in life, I am forced to leave behind memories and experiences that I once cherished.
Shedding my past lives, loves, and everlasting pain and joy
In order to keep moving forward, I must let go of the baggage of my past, both the good and the bad.
But I'm in the future now
I am focusing on where I am headed rather than where I have been.
With feet on the earth and hands on the branches that I climb
I am rooted in the present moment, yet constantly striving to reach new heights and achieve greater things.
Within the waves that carry me
I am at the mercy of the forces of life, sometimes feeling adrift and unsure of where I am headed.
And now I'm sinking deep into her soul
I am opening myself up to deep connection with others, allowing myself to feel vulnerable and truly seen.
Like floating in the ocean we breathe to control
Sometimes all we can do is take deep breaths and let life carry us forward, trusting that we will eventually end up where we need to be.
The rhythm of our place in time
Each of us has a unique rhythm and pattern to our lives, influenced by the era in which we live and the experiences that shape us.
In cycles of existential rhyme
Our lives are characterized by repeating patterns and themes, as we grapple with the big questions of existence and try to make sense of our place in the world.
Contributed by Muhammad Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
danuraka
I’m driving in my car
Upon this crowded star
It’s been my longest night
Under this full moon light
As her brother Sun begins to rise
The new year’s passed it’s almost done
My present situation is this song
It turns my life into a reel
I sit back and watch it play
The clock it ticks it never stops
Melting memories into teardrops
Shedding my past lives, loves, and everlasting pain and joy
But I’m in the future now
With feet on the earth and hands on the branches that I climb
Within the waves that carry me
And now I’m sinking deep into her soul
Like floating in the ocean we breathe to control
The rhythm of our place in time
In cycles of existential rhyme
Samantha A
I saw chicano batman perform live this last October. I love this band so much and as we enter into 2022 I can’t stop thinking about these lyrics
The year is passed its almost done
My present situation is this song
It turns my life into a reel
I sit back and watch it play
The clock it ticks it never stops
Melting memories into tear drops
Shedding my past lives, loves, and everlasting pain and joy
I am so grateful for this music man and I have tremendous gratitude to be alive and able to feel the emotion they convey in this song. Happy 2022 y’all :’)
Leslie Toscano
My boyfriend and I met at this bar exactly on the same side of the barside that this couple did. Later on I made him a CD and put Chicano Batman's 'Itotiani' on it thinking he might not like it. Eventually, I played it in my car and he put the volume up asking who it was. He was hooked. He sent me this video (I had never seen it) and we were going crazy, because it was the story of us. We were both just hanging around essentially alone, and at a stand still in our lives. We met each other and everything changed. We saw that they were playing Beach Goth and figured it was too expensive to see only them, and later we found out about the after show 3 days before they would play it. We bought tickets and everything got in the way (last minute work), but we managed to make it. We ended up meeting the singer twice and even the guitarist and they played an incredible, incredible show. Thank you.
VRC
Leslie Toscano I come to music videos to read comments like these. lovely story. I was at beach goth but unfortunately didn't catch them. have to make sure to not make that mistake again!
Lie Likes Music
Wow that's quite a story and coincidence! I bet Chicano Batman will go down as a great band in your lifetime. It definately will for me, although i don't have such great memories connected to them. It's weird. I started out not liking these guys. I've never been into tropical inspired music, but nowadays it's really growing on me. <3 Chicano Batman <3
TYG
Leslie Toscano way cool! that's quite the story.
Fred G
Few thirty-year wedding anniversaries begin with "We met at a club..."
But mine does. Good luck
Jesus Mendez
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Zavantica
God damn, I didn't know people could still create music like this.
La Sombra del Imperio
OSOM!
vaskater07
my thoughts exactly...
Flyin Brian
Mac Demarco