Annwyn
Faith and the Muse Lyrics

Here, thoughts cling airborne to a sea of voice so glorious; mesmerizing
The singer is captivated and entranced by the beauty of their own thoughts, which seem to dance and soar through their mind like a flock of birds, creating a stunning symphony that enchants and mesmerizes them.

This is my body; this is my inner mind; What lies beneath my eyes
The singer is reflecting on the idea that their physical body and mind are vessels for something deeper and more profound, something that exists beyond what they can see with their eyes.

Discarded years of elemental faith Beckoned to a watery embrace with love upon his face
The singer is describing a moment when their old beliefs and ways of thinking were washed away and replaced with a new, more spiritual understanding. This transformation was accompanied by a feeling of love and acceptance, as though they were being embraced by a higher power.

My appetite's unchanged
Despite the artist's spiritual growth and transformation, their basic desires and needs remain the same.

Sink into dream: these enchanted depths The realm of muted wisdom
The artist is describing a state of consciousness where they feel like they are sinking into a deep, dream-like state. In this state, they feel as though they can access a realm of wisdom that is normally hidden or muted in their waking life.

Slowly descend; trust ignites the darkness And bliss is this drowning moment
The singer is surrendering themselves to this dream-like state, trusting that they will be safe and cared for even in the darkness. In this moment, they feel a sense of peace and joy that is akin to drowning in happiness.

Believe me I am sorry To charm with bitter eyes; mesmerizing
The singer is acknowledging that their words and actions can sometimes be hurtful, even when they are not intended that way. They are sorry for any pain they may have caused, but also recognize the power and beauty of their words.

Careless magic turns upon itself, washed down in ritual
The artist is recognizing that their words and actions can have unintended consequences, like a spell that backfires. They also see the beauty in the way these mistakes can be purged and washed away through ritual.

Your coin and prayer can't feed the wishing well
The artist is addressing someone who has tried to make a wish or prayer in hopes of getting what they want, but the artist is skeptical of the effectiveness of these actions. They believe that true change and growth come from within, not from external offerings.

The silence glistens on my skin; the water urges charity
The artist is describing the beauty and serenity of a moment of silence, which feels almost tangible to them. They also feel a sense of obligation or desire to offer something to the water or the sea.

I crave a grander offering My appetite's unchanged
The singer desires to make a bigger, more significant contribution or offering to the sea or the universe, but they recognize that their basic desires and needs remain the same.

Here I remain This is my body; this sea my inner mind
The artist is settling into the idea that their physical body is part of a greater whole, like a drop of water in an ocean. They recognize that this greater whole is linked to their inner mind and emotional state.

Find comfort in my arms Winds beckon above the surface; storms wane forsaken
The singer is offering comfort and support to someone who may be going through a difficult time. They also recognize the temporary nature of storms and turmoil, which will eventually pass.

My gaze is baptism; mesmerizing
The singer's gaze or presence has a powerful, transformative effect on others, like a baptism or cleansing ritual. They also recognize the beauty and enchanting quality of this effect.

Come to me Greet me with open arms Mesmerizing
The singer is inviting someone to approach them with vulnerability and openness, so that they can experience this same transformative effect. The singer is aware of the mesmerizing and alluring quality of their words and presence.