moon
Foals(폴스) Lyrics
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Black dogs running through the fields, they're dripping red
The world is quiet, there is nothing left unsaid
A million image, million capture, million dead
And all the birds fall out of the sky in two by two's
And my teeth fall out my head into the snow
Then I see there is blood on your wedding dress
And all of the old walk down and I'm feeling unsure
When I'm sleeping in my own place, I'm not home
It is perfect, it is beautiful and still
And it is silent, it is white and it is good
And all by the fooling round with daisy chains on our heads
It is coming now, my friend, and it's the end
Foals' song "Moon" is a haunting and enigmatic track that explores themes of disillusionment, uncertainty, and impending doom. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world on the brink of collapse, with "trouble... coming up ahead" and "black dogs running through the fields, they're dripping red". Despite the chaos and violence surrounding them, the singer notes that "the world is quiet, there is nothing left unsaid", hinting at a sense of resignation or acceptance in the face of their situation.
As the song progresses, the imagery becomes increasingly surreal and dreamlike, with references to birds falling from the sky in pairs and teeth falling out of heads. The line "I am you now and you are me instead" suggests a loss of identity or a merging of individual consciousnesses. The reference to blood on a wedding dress is particularly striking, hinting at violence and tragedy amid a seemingly idyllic scene.
Towards the end of the song, the lyrics shift into a more contemplative mode, with observations about the nature of beauty and silence in the face of impending disaster. The final lines, "It is coming now, my friend, and it's the end", suggest that the previous imagery has been building towards some kind of apocalypse or final reckoning.
Overall, "Moon" is a powerful and evocative song that invites interpretation and contemplation. Its vivid imagery and haunting melody create a sense of foreboding and unease, while the opaque lyrics leave plenty of room for individual interpretation and reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
Now I see you, trouble, it's coming up ahead
I am aware of the impending problems that are on the horizon
Black dogs running through the fields, they're dripping red
There is something sinister or ominous happening in the surrounding environment
The world is quiet, there is nothing left unsaid
There is a sense of stillness and nothingness in the world, as if everything has already been spoken
A million image, million capture, million dead
There are countless images and moments that have been captured, but it all amounts to death
And all the birds fall out of the sky in two by two's
An apocalyptic event is occurring, as illustrated by the unnatural behavior of birds
And my teeth fall out my head into the snow
A visual depiction of something catastrophic happening to the singer, possibly death or loss of identity
I am you now and you are me instead
A sense of blurred identity and interconnection with another being
Then I see there is blood on your wedding dress
A disturbing image of violence or tragedy occurring in a celebratory occasion
And all of the old walk down and I'm feeling unsure
A sense of uncertainty and discomfort when faced with the aging process and one's own mortality
When I'm sleeping in my own place, I'm not home
A disconnect between physical location and emotional belonging
It is perfect, it is beautiful and still
A contemplation of something serene and aesthetically pleasing
And it is silent, it is white and it is good
Further description of the serene and peaceful moment, possibly in reference to death or escaping reality
And all by the fooling round with daisy chains on our heads
A youthful and carefree memory of playing with flower chains on one's head
It is coming now, my friend, and it's the end
The impending doom or destruction that has been foreshadowed earlier in the song is now upon us
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BadIdeasClub
I love how there's all these sort of chaotic and atmospheric noises going on in the background whilst the actual music itself is so peaceful and calming
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just love it !!
Bethatwee
Seeing these in April and I can’t wait, one of my fave bands of all time!
Marco Salazar
Foals forever.
Sofia Maranzana
i heard this during my grandpa's grief and this song made me feel understood in a moment where i didn't thought that it was possible. the melody describes perfectly the emptiness but also de peace that i felt because he died on the best way possible: surrounded by the people he loved.
Roy Ruiters
Brilliant.
Ɔaamano
Goodbye Walter, you will be missed (':
lovechantz
i listened to this while napping with my cat =D
Murilo Leite
Cool!
Ardon Vanegas
inspiration