The Unknown
Elseworth Dragon Lyrics

Weary young man, rest your head
The song addresses a man who is feeling tired and overwhelmed, and suggests that he should take a break and relax.

Who knows what tonight will bring?
The singer acknowledges that the future is uncertain and that nobody can predict what will happen next.

Saddened mother, he is not dead
The song speaks to a mother who is grieving, reassuring her that her child is still alive and well.

He just wants to spread his wings
The song suggests that the man is eager to explore the world and pursue his dreams.

I see her weeping now
The singer imagines the mother crying and feeling very sad.

Abruptly fallen by the bedside
The mother has been suddenly overcome with grief, and perhaps has fallen to the floor beside her child's bed.

And I see him crying out
The song also describes the man as crying or feeling distraught.

Slowly dying on the inside
The man is struggling emotionally, and his pain is affecting him deeply.

Don't cry tonight, my love
The song offers words of comfort and reassurance, urging the listener not to give in to their sadness.

Transfixed upon the picture of his mother
The man is focused on a photo of his mother, perhaps feeling a strong connection to her through the image.

He holds his hands inside his hand
The song describes the man as holding his hands together, as if in prayer or meditation.

Taken aback by the love of another
The man is surprised by the affection or attention of someone else, which has had an impact on him.

He lives by only her demands
The song hints that the man is being influenced strongly by someone else's expectations or desires.

Crying out so very softly
The man is expressing his emotions in a quiet or subdued way, perhaps not wanting to draw too much attention to himself.

He screams only loud enough for her to hear
The song implies that the man is trying to communicate something to the person he is thinking of, but only wants them to hear it.

It should not be this way, nor darlin
The song suggests that the man is unhappy with his current situation or relationship, and wants things to be different.

For I have lost everything that I've held dear
The man has experienced a significant loss or setback, which has left him feeling vulnerable and alone.

All the voices inside
The singer refers to the many different thoughts or feelings that the listener may be experiencing internally.

Are calling you, leading you to the unknown
The song implies that the listener is being pulled towards something new or uncertain, and that they may feel unsure or fearful about this prospect.

Voices in the shadows
The song describes the various whispers or murmurs that the listener may be hearing, which could be confusing or unsettling.

Screams in the hollows
The song suggests that there may be other voices or sounds that the listener is picking up on, which are echoing in empty or hollow spaces.

Preachers in the masses
The song references the many different people or groups who may be trying to influence the listener, such as religious leaders or political figures.

Who will you follow?
The song poses a rhetorical question, asking the listener to consider which voices they will listen to and be led by.

You're alright
The singer offers the listener further reassurance and comfort, telling them that they will be okay despite the challenges they may be facing.

All the things that I have learned will stay with me forever
The song speaks to the idea that the lessons and experiences that we gain in life will always be a part of us, even as we move forward and grow.

And as you pray for me, I feel it empower me
The song suggests that the listener's prayers or positive thoughts can have a real impact on the person they are directed towards, giving them strength and inspiration.

I'm running home today, my long-suffering mother
The man is eager to return to where he came from, perhaps to seek comfort or support from someone who cares about him deeply.

I know that you love me with this greater love
The song implies that the bond between the man and his mother is very strong and powerful, and that their love for each other is unshakeable.

I'm feeling led tonight
The song suggests that the man is feeling called towards something new or different, and is open to exploring where this may take him.

My ever-loving mother
The song speaks to the man's deep affection and gratitude towards his mother, who has played an important role in his life.

Know that I love you with this greater love
The song emphasizes the strength and depth of the love that the man feels for his mother, and suggests that this love is limitless and unending.