The Spark
General Elektriks Lyrics


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I'm not gonna wait till tomorrow
'cuz it's right here, right now
right here, right now
i'm not gonna wait till tomorrow

run, run
shake, don't stop
run, run

clock it's ticking
won't you help to make it sing?
to make a sharper sting?

i'm calling every dawn
calling the day that i was born
as i walk out on the wire
along a deeper shore
silhouettes i never saw before
trough veins that ad no flow
electric river gonna go

there may be setback
maybe sorrow
but it's right here, right now
right here, right now
i'm not gonna wait till tomorrow

run, run
shake, don't stop
run, run

clock it's ticking
won't you help to make it sing?
to make a sharper sting?





i'm calling every dawn
calling the day that i was born
as i walk out on the wire
along a deeper shore
silhouettes i never saw before
trough veins that ad no flow
electric river gonna go

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of General Elektriks's song "The Spark" convey a sense of urgency and determination to seize the moment and not wait for tomorrow. This is evident from the opening lines "I'm not gonna wait till tomorrow / 'cuz it's right here, right now." The repetition of the phrase "right here, right now" emphasizes the importance of taking action in the present. The verses are filled with metaphors that suggest taking risks and embracing the unknown. The singer describes walking out on a wire along a deeper shore, encountering silhouettes he's never seen before. He also speaks of an electric river that's about to flow through veins that have no flow. All of these images evoke a sense of adventure and exploration.


The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "run, run / shake, don't stop." This creates a sense of urgency and momentum that propels the song forward. The clock ticking in the background adds to the urgency, as if time is running out and there's no time to waste. The singer then asks for help to make the clock "sing" and "make a sharper sting." This could be interpreted as a call for inspiration and motivation to keep pursuing his goals.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm not gonna wait till tomorrow
I will not procrastinate or delay, as I realize the value of seizing the present moment.


'cuz it's right here, right now
There exists no better time or place than the present, and I will derive the full benefit of it.


right here, right now
Reiterating the fact that the present moment is the most important one, and I will not let it slide.


I'm not gonna wait till tomorrow
Emphasizing the importance of immediate action, resulting in an effective response to the given moment.


run, run
Encouraging fast-paced movement meant to stimulate momentum and prevent stagnation.


shake, don't stop
Advocating constant and rapid movements to maintain the tempo required to achieve the goals.


clock it's ticking
The passing of time is a persistent reminder of the importance of every moment, and the need for constant and rapid movement.


won't you help to make it sing?
Asking a question to solicit assistance to achieve a faster rhythm and make progress in minimal time.


to make a sharper sting?
To elevate the intensity of each action, reducing the time it takes to achieve the intended outcome.


i'm calling every dawn
Looking forward to a new day, full of exciting opportunities to bring about positive changes.


calling the day that i was born
Using one's date of birth as a reminder of one's core spirit and unlimited potential to achieve greatness.


as i walk out on the wire
Embarking on a journey that requires resilience, confidence, and boldness amidst danger and uncertainty.


along a deeper shore
Taking a path defined by inspiration and purpose, leading to profound fulfillment and satisfaction.


silhouettes i never saw before
Encountering unfamiliar scenarios, leading to diverse learning opportunities and equipping one with essential skills for future progress.


trough veins that ad no flow
Navigating through paths that seem impossible to overcome, by creating channels for progress where there seems to be none.


electric river gonna go
The unstoppable force that results from persistence and excellence, leading to breakthroughs and new opportunities.


there may be setback
Understanding that obstacles are a part of the equation, and sometimes serve to inspire us more than our success.


maybe sorrow
Acknowledging that throughout the path to progress, there may be times of grief and sadness, but one should not falter in his/her journey.


but it's right here, right now
Despite the challenges, the present moment is still the most important, and there are opportunities to make progress despite setbacks and challenges.


right here, right now
Re-emphasizing the importance of the present moment, and the need to remain focused despite external factors.


i'm not gonna wait till tomorrow
Reiterating the importance of seizing the present moment and taking advantage of it to achieve the desired outcome.


run, run
Emphasizing the need for haste to avoid procrastination, and to maintain the momentum required to achieve the intended outcome.


shake, don't stop
Encouraging relentless movement, despite the odds, to stay focused and make the most of the opportunities present in the present moment.


clock it's ticking
The urgency of time ensures that one takes advantage of each second in achieving their desired results.


won't you help to make it sing?
Soliciting the support of others to amplify the momentum needed to achieve the intended results.


to make a sharper sting?
To increase the intensity of actions, leading to effective progress within a shorter time frame than expected.


i'm calling every dawn
Re-emphasizing the need for determination, hunger, and goal-focus to achieve the desired outcome.


calling the day that i was born
Referencing back to one's day of birth as a reminder of one's ultimate purpose and potential to achieve more.


as i walk out on the wire
Stepping away from the ordinary, out of one's comfort zone, to achieve goals at the limits of one's abilities.


along a deeper shore
Choosing a path that offers limitless opportunities for growth and development, even if challenging and dangerous.


silhouettes i never saw before
Encountering new and diverse experiences that offer opportunities for growth and learning in unpredictable ways.


trough veins that ad no flow
Working hard to create new channels of progress, even when faced with seemingly impossible situations.


electric river gonna go
The unstoppable flow that results from hard work and determination, leading to progress and changing lives for the better.




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