The Cave
Equatronic Lyrics
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sometimes I'm with you
as I wait for the final reason to leave
a gap between imagination and truth
you want to make me believe
forever lost in the dark
whenever you may fall I'm by your side
like a shadow haunting you at night
whenever you arise I'll be there
no matter when, no matter where
I told myself not to run away
from bitterness caught in my mind
but being happy is not fair
when I have to leave you behind
In Equatronic's song The Cave, the lyrics showcase a sense of loneliness that is juxtaposed with the presence of a significant other. The opening lines acknowledge that the singer sometimes has company, but ultimately they are waiting for a reason to leave. This creates a sense of restlessness and unease throughout the song.
The second verse speaks to the gap between imagination and truth, which is a universal experience for many people. This gap is particularly difficult to navigate when someone else wants us to believe something that we can't quite wrap our heads around. This adds another layer of complexity to the emotional landscape of the song.
The chorus repeats the phrase "forever lost in the dark" which seems to represent being trapped in one's own doubts and insecurities. Even though there is a hint of hope in the next line - "forever lost in this cave" - the overall feeling is one of being stuck and unsure of how to move forward.
The final verse is particularly poignant, as the singer acknowledges that being happy isn't always possible or fair. Sometimes we have to leave those we care about behind, even if we don't want to. This sentiment adds a layer of sadness to the song that is powerful and relatable.
Line by Line Meaning
sometimes I'm alone
At times, I am without company
sometimes I'm with you
And other times, I am with you
as I wait for the final reason to leave
While I wait for the ultimate justification to depart
a gap between imagination and truth
A discrepancy between what is imagined and what is factual
you want to make me believe
You aim to persuade me to believe
forever lost in the dark
Perpetually lost in obscurity
forever lost in this cave
Eternally misplaced in this cavern
whenever you may fall I'm by your side
Whenever you fall, I am present by your side
like a shadow haunting you at night
Like a silhouette persistently accompanying you during the nighttime
whenever you arise I'll be there
At any moment you arise, I will be there
no matter when, no matter where
Regardless of the timing or location
I told myself not to run away
I instructed myself to not flee
from bitterness caught in my mind
Away from the resentment ensnared within my thoughts
but being happy is not fair
However, being content is unjust
when I have to leave you behind
Given that I must abandon you
Contributed by Camden J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.