Describing themselves as “string-rock”, the band started up in 2009 and quickly took hold of New England’s musical imagination. Playing over 100 shows during their first year of touring, the band created a seamless, exhilarating sound at the intersection of rock, classical, and folk music. Their self-produced six-song EP 1 earned high praise for its craftsmanship and originality, and their brand new subscription album Pilot Machines was released in 2012.
A Light On In The Dark
Darlingside Lyrics
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Looking for oceans in the saltlessness?
Are you spinning in and out of true
Pink moon playing in the dead of noon?
And here you are
As nowhere as a northern star
You′re a light, a light on in the dark
Goodbye, goodbye it's time to go
Time is a figment on a fig tree road
Open the door and let the flood back in
Drift out of yourself and let the day begin
Roller coast into the aster bloom
Fly to the sun in your suburban shoes
And here you are
As nowhere as a northern star
You′re a light, a light on in the dark
Under the unfolding angle of the sun
Setting is a rising soon to come
Come into bloom
Blue asters in the afternoon
You're a light, a light on in the dark
The lyrics to Darlingside's "A Light On In The Dark" are full of vivid imagery that speaks to the theme of finding hope and light in the midst of darkness. The lines "Are you swimming with the fish pond fish/Looking for oceans in the saltlessness?" seem to be a metaphor for feeling stuck in a small world and searching for something more meaningful. The mention of a "Pink moon playing in the dead of noon" adds to this sense of confusion and disorientation.
The chorus stands out as a beacon of positivity and encourages the listener to see themselves as "a light on in the dark," even when it feels like they are lost and directionless. The lines "Goodbye, goodbye it's time to go/Time is a figment on a fig tree road/Open the door and let the flood back in/Drift out of yourself and let the day begin" suggest that the solution to feeling trapped and uncertain is to let go and allow yourself to be swept up in the flow of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you swimming with the fishpond fish
Are you lost and searching for a place to belong?
Looking for oceans in the saltlessness?
Do you crave adventure in the mundane?
Are you spinning in and out of true
Are you struggling to find your own path in life?
Pink moon playing in the dead of noon?
Are you experiencing something beautiful in an unexpected moment?
And here you are
Despite the chaos of life, you have arrived in this moment
As nowhere as a northern star
You may feel lost, but you still hold the potential to guide others
You're a light, a light on in the dark
You are a beacon of hope in a world full of uncertainty
Goodbye, goodbye it's time to go
It is time to leave behind what no longer serves you
Time is a figment on a fig tree road
The concept of time is arbitrary and subjective
Open the door and let the flood back in
Allow yourself to experience life in its fullness
Drift out of yourself and let the day begin
Escape your own limitations and embrace new possibilities
Roller coast into the aster bloom
Get lost in the wonder and beauty of life
Fly to the sun in your suburban shoes
Embrace the adventure without changing who you truly are
Under the unfolding angle of the sun
Amidst the changing tides, there is still something constant
Setting is a rising soon to come
The end only marks the beginning of something new
Come into bloom
Allow yourself to grow and flourish
Blue asters in the afternoon
Find beauty in the small moments of life
You're a light, a light on in the dark
You are still shining, even in moments of darkness
Writer(s): Donald Lewis Mitchell, Auyon Mukharji, Harris Andrew Paseltiner, David Culver Senft
Contributed by Anna Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Are you swimming with the fish pond fish
Looking for oceans in the saltlessness?
Are you spinning in and out of true
Pink moon playing in the dead of noon?
And here you are
As nowhere as a northern star
You're a light, a light on in the dark
Goodbye, goodbye, it's time to go
Time is a figment on a fig tree road
Open the door and let the flood back in
Drift out of yourself and let the day begin
Roller coast into the aster bloom
Fly to the sun in your suburban shoes
And here you are
As nowhere as a northern star
You're a light, a light on in the dark
A light, a light on in the dark
Under the unfolding angle of the sun
Setting is a rising soon to come
Come into bloom
Blue asters in the afternoon
You're a light, a light on in the dark
A light, a light on in the dark
@briesullivan6149
I didn't get to watch too closely on Saturday, but holy wow I do not understand how Enoch is moving exactly as the septavox sounds. Liquescent! This video is such a stunning compliment to a fabulous song.
@craigjones1939
Enoch’s movements perfectly match the music and the words of this piece! He and you guys are all all amazing!!
@jfedwards333
Thanks for bringing light. Love you guys.
@angelglisan
Outstanding Enoch. So proud of you and I cannot get over how much you have grown with your talent. Thank you. God Be With You, Angel.
@jdbjeremyb1
This was a brilliant end to both superb live streams. Thanks.
@arnabghosh1104
You are the only modern indie-folk band who gives a vibe of Simon & Garfunkel kept it up I just love your songs they are so soulful.
@russotiro
I can't wait for more people to discover your guys' work. This is such a beautiful song. And I love the interpretation in the MV.
@neimaddurham4389
Wonderful song and amazing choreography and dancing by Enoch!
@adithompson199
Excellant movement and interpretation to a beautiful song. Thank you.
@rossheintzkill4848
What grace