Awake
Elise Trouw Lyrics
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'Cause days go by and all that's done is gone
Nights go by, all my dreams dessolve
And I start wondering
I start wondering
Am I awake at all?
Do I wake up just to fall?
Am I awake at all?
The voices that I hear through the walls
Have now become just another hum
And though the nights can tear love apart
I am numb now
I'm left wondering
Am I awake at all?
Do I wake up just to fall?
Am I still here when I'm gone?
Am I awake at all?
While everything can be summed up at five
The sadder things don't keep us alive
I turn my head away from the screen
As I start crying
I'm still wondering
Am I awake at all?
Do I wake up just to fall?
Will we ever even know
Are we awake at all?
Elise Trouw's song "Awake" is a melancholic track that delves into the idea of feeling lost and disconnected from oneself. In the first verse, she sings, "And now I can't tell if my mind is clear or just empty," which highlights the confusion and uncertainty that she is experiencing. The passing of time has made everything seem fleeting, and she's left questioning if she's truly present in her life.
As the song progresses, Trouw wonders if she's even awake or if everything is just passing her by without any awareness. She sings, "Am I awake at all? Do I wake up just to fall? Am I still here when I'm gone?" The repetition of this chorus emphasizes the recurring feelings of uncertainty and disconnection. The voices that she once heard through the walls have now become background noise, and while love can be torn apart at night, she's become numb and detached from her emotions.
The chorus concludes with the powerful line, "Will we ever even know, are we awake at all?" This final question suggests that Trouw is grappling with existential questions about the nature of reality and whether or not we are truly present in our own lives. Overall, "Awake" is a poignant and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to consider their own experiences with feeling disconnected or numb.
Line by Line Meaning
And now I can't tell if my mind is clear or just empty
I am uncertain whether my thoughts are organized or devoid of any substance
'Cause days go by and all that's done is gone
I feel as though my actions have no lasting impact
Nights go by, all my dreams dissolve
My aspirations are fleeting and unattainable
And I start wondering
I begin to question and contemplate my existence
Am I awake at all?
I am unsure if I am truly conscious
Do I wake up just to fall?
I feel as though my efforts are futile and result in failure
Am I still here when I'm gone?
I am unsure if my presence remains after I depart
The voices that I hear through the walls
Auditory hallucinations are now just background noise
Have now become just another hum
The previously significant sounds have lost their meaning
And though the nights can tear love apart
Despite the potential for emotional turmoil, I remain indifferent
I am numb now
I lack the capacity to feel
I'm left wondering
I am still grappling with unanswered questions
While everything can be summed up at five
Life can be oversimplified, but the complex facets remain
The sadder things don't keep us alive
The negative aspects of life don't bring fulfillment
I turn my head away from the screen
I actively choose to disconnect from technology
As I start crying
I am overwhelmed with emotion
I'm still wondering
I am still grappling with unanswered questions
Will we ever even know
I am doubtful if we will ever find answers
Are we awake at all?
I am still unsure if we are truly conscious
Contributed by Noah C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mikkohonkkila
hurray for almost seven years of beautiful art forming and bringing it on! Keep the light on dear Elise! a shy <3
@killer_gurk4763
I realy know the feeling you are singing about. Your music is realy helping me throu a hard time. Thank you!
@A.C.71
Her music seems to dissolve life's stress for me. Heavenly.
@jeffflank2193
True,every morning.🤠
@evilgasm5320
Easily so :)
@FennecEcho
this is actually why im here right now. tough day and this actually turned my mood around
@piperpilot26
That voice is the greatest instrument you possess. Pure gold. As a fellow drummer, I'm really happy I've discovered your music. What a joy it is to immerse myself in. :-)
@thorenjohn
Your videos are just wonderful - Thank you!
@testabeatdrums
Really love your music and your hard work that goes into this. What has been the most difficult thing you have had to work through in this process? Keep working hard and I know we will hear more from you
@awardwin
My guess would be her learning to sing while playing drums.