System of a Down member Daron Malakian.
Babylon
Daron Malakian and Scars On Broadway Lyrics
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Run all the way to Babylon
Meet you there in Babylon
Meet you there in Babylon
Running to Babylon
Run all the way to Babylon
Meet you there in Babylon
Marooned again, you were the one that threw me into life
Marooned again, you were the one that looked through the sadder light
I liked the way we slept on rooftops in the summertime
If we were all marooned again, I'd give my soul to save you
Marooned again, you were the one that put me in defense
Marooned again, you were the one that took my confidence
I liked the way we slept on rooftops in the summertime
If we were all marooned again, I'd give my soul to save your life
Running from Babylon
Run all the way to Babylon
Meet you there in Babylon
Meet you there in Babylon...
Babylon...
In Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway's song "Babylon," the lyrics depict a sense of nostalgia and longing for a place called Babylon. The repetition of the phrase "Running to Babylon" emphasizes the desire to escape to this mystical place. Babylon symbolizes a utopia or a sanctuary where the singer hopes to meet someone. It represents a refuge from the hardships and challenges of life.
The opening lines "Marooned again, you were the one that threw me into life" suggest a feeling of isolation and abandonment, perhaps caused by someone close to the singer. The next line, "Marooned again, you were the one that looked through the sadder light," implies that this person, who may have caused the singer's solitude, saw the world through a pessimistic lens.
The lyrics further express a fondness for shared moments and experiences. The line "I liked the way we slept on rooftops in the summertime" evokes a sense of freedom and a carefree spirit. It is a testament to the deep connection the singer once had with the person addressed in the song.
The repeated declaration, "If we were all marooned again, I'd give my soul to save you," showcases the singer's unwavering loyalty and dedication to this particular individual. It suggests a willingness to go to great lengths to protect and preserve their relationship, even if it means sacrificing their own well-being.
Overall, "Babylon" is a song that captures a longing for a mythical place of refuge and a desire to reconnect with someone from the past. It portrays a sense of nostalgia, sentimentality, and the willingness to make sacrifices for the sake of a cherished bond.
Line by Line Meaning
Running to Babylon
I am determined to go to Babylon
Run all the way to Babylon
I will put all my effort into reaching Babylon
Meet you there in Babylon
I hope to reunite with you in Babylon
Meet you there in Babylon
I anticipate our meeting in Babylon
Marooned again, you were the one that threw me into life
Once again, I feel abandoned by you, as you are the one who brought me into this challenging existence
Marooned again, you were the one that looked through the sadder light
Once again, you were the one who saw the world in a more negative and gloomy perspective
I liked the way we slept on rooftops in the summertime
I cherished our moments of simplicity and freedom, enjoying sleeping on rooftops during the summer
If we were all marooned again, I'd give my soul to save you
In the hypothetical situation where we were both abandoned once more, I would sacrifice everything to protect you
Marooned again, you were the one that put me in defense
Once again, you made me feel the need to be on guard and protect myself
Marooned again, you were the one that took my confidence
Once again, you were the one who diminished my self-esteem and belief in myself
I liked the way we slept on rooftops in the summertime
I cherished our moments of simplicity and freedom, enjoying sleeping on rooftops during the summer
If we were all marooned again, I'd give my soul to save your life
In the hypothetical situation where we were both abandoned once more, I would sacrifice everything to protect your life
Running from Babylon
I am trying to escape from Babylon
Run all the way to Babylon
I will put all my effort into reaching Babylon
Meet you there in Babylon
I hope to reunite with you in Babylon
Meet you there in Babylon...
I eagerly anticipate our meeting in Babylon
Babylon...
Babylon, a symbol of our desired destination or a better life
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DARON MALAKIAN
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