Band members:
Moschus, drums, percussion
Oliver Philipps, vocals, guitars, piano, keyboards
Schymy, bass
Ulli Hoever, guitars
Islanders
Everon Lyrics
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Sheltered by a levy I have built with my own hands
So tired of waiting for the flood to take me in
Or a ship to pick me up and carry me to solid land
From all I know and all I've seen
There's not a lot left in between
It's a choice to either do or die
Catch that ship right on time
Wherever it may sail
Catch that ship right on time
Your choice will tip the scale
Catch that ship right on time
Don't be left behind
So tired of walking in someone else's shoes
Of being hooked on dreams so vague, that were not meant for me
So tired of paying someone else's dues
Of seeking the warmth of a sun that I will never see
From all I know and all I've seen
There's not a lot left in between
It's a choice to either do or die
A choice you've got to make
Catch that ship right on time
Wherever it may sail
Catch that ship right on time
Your choice will tip the scale
Catch that ship right on time
Don't be left behind
We're islanders, both you and me
Trapped on an island on our own
To share a form of loneliness
That company won't ease
The sea around that has no end
Taught us there's no solid land
For islanders like you
For islanders like me
From all I know and all I've seen
There's not a lot left in between
It's a choice to either do or die
A choice you've got to make
Catch that ship right on time
Wherever it may sail
Catch that ship right on time
Your choice will tip the scale
Catch that ship right on time
Don't be left behind
The song "Islanders" by Everon is a contemplative reflection on the human condition of feeling trapped and isolated in one's own life. The lyrics are filled with a sense of weariness and longing for something more. The opening stanza talks about the singer's self-imposed exile, "So tired of living in this exile I once chose/Sheltered by a levy I have built with my own hands". He has built his own protection from the world, but it has also made him feel trapped and lonely.
The singer feels like he is waiting for something to save him from his isolation, "So tired of waiting for the flood to take me in/Or a ship to pick me up and carry me to solid land". He is waiting for a sign that will show him a way out of his situation. But as he looks around him, he realizes that the only choice he has is to take action himself. "From all I know and all I've seen/There's not a lot left in between/It's a choice to either do or die/A choice you've got to make".
The chorus reiterates this message, encouraging the listener to take action before it's too late. "Catch that ship right on time/Wherever it may sail/Your choice will tip the scale/Don't be left behind". The song ends with the realization that we are all "islanders" in our own way, seeking connection but ultimately alone. The sea that surrounds us is both a reminder of our isolation and the potential for escape.
Line by Line Meaning
So tired of living in this exile I once chose
I am exhausted from living in the isolation I have willingly created for myself
Sheltered by a levy I have built with my own hands
I am protected by the barriers I have built on my own
So tired of waiting for the flood to take me in
I am weary of hoping for something catastrophic to rescue me from my situation
Or a ship to pick me up and carry me to solid land
Or relying on outside forces to come and save me from my own choices
From all I know and all I've seen
Based on my personal experiences and observations
There's not a lot left in between
There aren't many options or alternatives to choose from
It's a choice to either do or die
Ultimately, it comes down to making a decision of taking action or accepting the consequences
A choice you've got to make
A decision that you have to make for yourself
Catch that ship right on time
Seize the opportunity as soon as it presents itself
Wherever it may sail
Regardless of where it's going or what it represents
Your choice will tip the scale
Your decision will greatly influence the outcome
Don't be left behind
Don't miss your chance or get stuck without options
So tired of walking in someone else's shoes
I am fatigued from living a life that is not truly my own
Of being hooked on dreams so vague, that were not meant for me
Of being obsessed with aspirations that are ambiguous and not meant for me
So tired of paying someone else's dues
I am drained from taking responsibility for someone else's obligations
Of seeking the warmth of a sun that I will never see
Of longing for a sense of comfort and belonging that I will never achieve
We're islanders, both you and me
We are isolated and alone in our situations
Trapped on an island on our own
Stuck dealing with our circumstances by ourselves
To share a form of loneliness
To experience a type of solitude and separation from the world
That company won't ease
That companionship or company won't alleviate our loneliness
The sea around that has no end
The endless water surrounding us
Taught us there's no solid land
Reinforced the idea that there is no escape from our situation
For islanders like you
For someone in a situation similar to yours
For islanders like me
For someone in a situation similar to mine
Contributed by Aaron E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.