Swallow
Circulus Lyrics


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A swallow flies across the sky
It will reach home by and by
Across the land across the sea
God knows whose hands it's in
God knows whose hands it's in

And though there's thunder in the sky
Don't be afraid for you must die
It's just a warning by and by
Beware your time approaches
Beware your time approaches

If I am honest you've inspired me
To fly above the things that phase us
So speed you swallow come tomorrow
There's bound to be some changes
Some gentle rearranges
There's bound to be some changes
Some gentle rearranges

A swallow flies across the sky
It will reach home by and by
Across the land across the sea




God knows whose hands it's in
God knows whose hands it's in

Overall Meaning

One way to interpret the lyrics to Circulus's song "Swallow" is as a meditation on mortality and the passage of time. The image of the swallow flying across the sky, striving to reach home, evokes a sense of longing and journeying. However, the repetition of the lyric "God knows whose hands it's in" suggests a recognition of the limits of human agency and control. At the same time, the thunder in the sky and the sense that one's time is approaching can be seen as a call to embrace change and transformation, to overcome the things that "phase us" and strive for growth and renewal.


Another possible interpretation of the song is as a tribute to the power of inspiration and the creative process. When the singer sings, "If I am honest you've inspired me / To fly above the things that phase us," it could be read as an acknowledgement of the role that others can play in motivating and encouraging us to reach new heights. The reference to "gentle rearranges" could be seen as an allusion to the way that great art can challenge and reshape our perceptions of the world around us.


Overall, "Swallow" is a complex and deeply resonant song that invites the listener to reflect on life, death, change, and the power of the natural world.


Line by Line Meaning

A swallow flies across the sky
The bird swallow is flying through the vast sky.


It will reach home by and by
It will eventually arrive at its home, as usual.


Across the land across the sea
The swallow will fly through different regions of the world, crossing lands and seas.


God knows whose hands it's in
It's uncertain who will encounter the bird, or what events may happen during its flight.


And though there's thunder in the sky
Even when there are ominous signs like thunder, there's no need to be afraid.


Don't be afraid for you must die
Death is inevitable for everyone, so there's no need to fear it.


It's just a warning by and by
The thunder is a foreboding, but it's just a sign of approaching change.


Beware your time approaches
The listener is reminded that their own life will come to an end.


If I am honest you've inspired me
The singer admits that the listener has had a positive impact on them.


To fly above the things that phase us
The listener has helped the singer to rise above obstacles and challenges that used to bother them.


So speed you swallow come tomorrow
The bird is encouraged to fly quickly, and the singer looks forward to what the future will bring.


There's bound to be some changes
The future will bring about alterations to the current state of things.


Some gentle rearranges
The changes will likely be peaceful and not too disruptive.


A swallow flies across the sky
The refrain echoes the image of the bird, emphasizing the theme of movement and uncertainty.


It will reach home by and by
The refrain repeats the earlier verse, suggesting that even amidst change, some things remain constant.


Across the land across the sea
The bird's journey is re-emphasized, reminding the listener that they too are on a journey through life.


God knows whose hands it's in
The song ends by repeating the earlier line, emphasizing the uncertainty of life and the importance of living in the present moment.




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Comments from YouTube:

superspudgun

Bloody good song!

Harold Johan Ortegón

Always happy vibes with circulus

Basin

Fine song from a decent album.

Rob Qasar

can't believe i never caught these guys b4...

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