Seven
Ghostlimb Lyrics
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And ohio's burial shroud binds up the desert
November screams outloud "the seventh, the seventh"
And ohio's burial shroud shadows the crescent
But what is hopeful? what is hopeless?
When the needs of the populus
Become politics
November screams in chorus line
There is no them, there is no us
Just tow the party line
And the dream
Drags on in rust
The lyrics to Ghostlimb's song Seven seem to speak to the idea that the political system is hopeless and ineffective. The repetition of "November screams outloud 'the seventh, the seventh'" could refer to the November elections and the idea that the people's voices are heard but not listened to by those in power. The Ohio burial shroud could be a metaphor for the decay and decay of hope and change in politics.
The lines "But what is hopeful? what is hopeless? When the needs of the populus Become politics" seem to suggest that politics often become more about maneuvering and winning, rather than truly serving the needs of the people. The chorus of "There is no them, there is no us Just tow the party line" hammers in the point that political parties have become more important than the people they serve.
Finally, the song ends with the idea that the American Dream continues to rust and decay, perhaps because the political system is too broken to truly make a difference. Overall, the lyrics seem to be a commentary on the futility of the political system and the need for change.
Line by Line Meaning
November screams outloud "the seventh, the seventh"
November represents the impending danger or disaster that is approaching, symbolized by the significant date - the seventh - that it screams out loud. It could be interpreted as a warning sign from the universe.
And ohio's burial shroud binds up the desert
The darkness or despair (burial shroud) radiating from Ohio, a specific place representing something, engulfs or takes over everything and everyone (the desert), leaving no hope or possibility to escape.
November screams outloud "the seventh, the seventh"
The repetition of this line conveys the urgency and importance of the warning that is being conveyed by November. It is something that needs to be paid attention to and cannot be ignored.
And ohio's burial shroud shadows the crescent
The crescent represents a symbol of hope, but the darkness that Ohio's burial shroud casts over it diminishes any possibility of hope or light shining through. The darkness overshadows and weighs down on the crescent, making it seem insignificant and unimportant.
But what is hopeful? what is hopeless?
The author questions the possibility of hope in the midst of all the despair and hopelessness that surrounds us. It is a philosophical and existential question that makes us ponder and reflect upon our own beliefs and emotions.
When the needs of the populus
The needs and desires of the people (populus) are not always aligned with what the politicians or the government want or think is necessary.
Become politics
The author suggests that politics, instead of focusing on what is best for the people, usually revolves around power games, manipulation, and hidden agendas. It ultimately leads to disillusionment and disappointment among the masses.
November screams in chorus line
November's screams transform into a collective outcry, with many other voices joining in unison. The pain, the despair, and the hopelessness are not isolated incidents but something that is widespread and shared by many.
To deadlocked votes and wasted time
The political process, which is supposed to bring about positive change, often results in nothing but a stalemate and wasted resources. The people's voices are not heard, and the system seems to be working against them.
There is no them, there is no us
The false narrative of division and categorization that is often propagated in society only serves to further the agenda of those in power. The author challenges this notion by stating that there is no real difference between us and them, and we are just playing into their hands when we succumb to such a division.
Just tow the party line
The author is critical of those who blindly follow a party's ideology or agenda without questioning it or thinking for themselves. He believes that such an attitude prevents us from seeing the bigger picture and working towards a common goal.
And the dream
The dream or the idea of a better world is something that gives us hope and motivates us to keep going, even in the face of difficulty.
Drags on in rust
However, the author acknowledges that this dream or idea often remains unfulfilled and tarnished (rust) by the harsh realities of the world. Despite this, we must keep striving towards our goals and not give up.
Contributed by Henry Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.