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MIGRATION FEATHERS
General Elektriks Lyrics
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Spreading wings
Now we're riding
Southern winds
Darkest season
Is rolling in
The horizon
How we′re gliding
Over the city
Loud and bright
Sitting pretty
And if you're watching
A starry night
Catch our flight
Migration feathers
Now we're soaring
Feather darts
Dawn is breaking
Fills our hearts
Nothing can slow this down
This arrow head
Without a sound
Shooting straight ahead
A brighter future
A brighter sun
Is calling out
It′s why we run
And if you′re watching
A starry night
Catch our flight
Migration feathers, ooh
Migration feathers, ooh
Migration feathers, ooh
We do what we have to do
And we're pushing
Moving on
Feather season
Sing our song
Destination
Up ahead
Anticipation
Fills our heads
A brighter future
A brighter sun
Is coming out
It′s why we run
And if you're watching
A starry night
Catch our flight
Migration feathers, ooh
Migration feathers, ooh
Migration feathers, ooh
We do what we have to do
Migration feathers, ooh
Migration feathers, ooh
Migration feathers, ooh
We do what we have to do
The song "Migration Feathers" by General Elektriks features introspective and uplifting lyrics about leaving behind a difficult season and moving towards a brighter future. The opening verse speaks to the act of leaving, of spreading wings and riding southern winds. However, this is contrasted with the darker season that is rolling in as the horizon shimmers. This contrast illustrates the bittersweet act of leaving, with the excitement of something new tempered by the knowledge that something familiar is being left behind.
The chorus, "migration feathers," represents this journey and the act of soaring towards a brighter future. The second verse goes on to highlight how the act of leaving allows for gliding over the city, loud and bright, and sitting pretty. This imagery reinforces the idea that moving on can lead to new experiences and opportunities. The bridge then brings us to the anticipation of a brighter future and the idea that nothing can slow down the arrowhead that is shooting ahead. This sense of motivation and determination to move forward is illustrated through the lyrics "we do what we have to do."
Overall, the lyrics of "Migration Feathers" are about letting go of something old and moving towards something new, with the idea that nothing can slow this process down. It's an uplifting track that emphasizes the importance of pushing forward and the joy that can come from taking a leap of faith.
Line by Line Meaning
Now we're leaving
We are departing our current location.
Spreading wings
We are expanding our reach and branching out.
Now we're riding
We are traveling by means of movement.
Southern winds
We are traveling in a southerly direction with the wind.
Darkest season
The time of year with the least light.
Is rolling in
The season is approaching us.
The horizon
The line at which the earth's surface and the sky appear to meet.
Shimmering
Glistening or shining gently.
How we're gliding
We are smoothly and effortlessly travelling through the air.
Over the city
We are traveling above an urban area.
Loud and bright
The city below us is vibrant and lively.
Sitting pretty
We are in a comfortable and enjoyable position.
And if you're watching
In the event that you are observing.
A starry night
A sky filled with stars.
Catch our flight
Observe us flying and our progression.
Migration feathers
Our feathers are being employed for long-distance travel.
Now we're soaring
We are ascending rapidly and effortlessly.
Feather darts
Our feathers are swift and direct, like projectiles.
Dawn is breaking
The sun is starting to rise and morning is approaching.
Fills our hearts
We feel deeply and emotionally impacted.
Nothing can slow this down
No outside force can limit our progress.
This arrow head
We are moving decisively and intentionally in one direction.
Without a sound
We are moving gracefully and silently.
Shooting straight ahead
We are advancing in a direct and unwavering way.
A brighter future
A more positive outcome in the future.
A brighter sun
A more radiant and hopeful future.
Is calling out
Our destination and future is inviting and appealing.
It's why we run
Our motivation for pushing forward is due to the promising future ahead.
And we're pushing
We are continuously and aggressively moving forward.
Moving on
We are advancing from our current location or circumstance.
Feather season
The time of year where our migration is occurring.
Sing our song
We are continuing on and making progress with our migration.
Destination
The place where we are traveling towards.
Up ahead
In front of us, in the distance.
Anticipation
We are excited for the arrival of our destination.
Fills our heads
Our minds are occupied with excitement and anticipation.
We do what we have to do
We are committed to advancing and migrating for our own survival and prosperity.
Writer(s): Herve Salters
Contributed by William Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.