Once
Glen & Marketa Lyrics

The lyrics to Glen & Marketa’s song “Once” depict a sense of loss and longing for something that once was, but is no longer. The first verse starts off with the singer acknowledging that a part of them has died and won’t be returning. They also express a desire to hide the part of themselves that is pure. The repetition of the word “once” in the chorus further emphasizes the idea that they were once able to communicate or connect with someone (presumably the person they’re singing to), but can no longer do so. The sound of sirens, which are often associated with emergency or danger, are used as a metaphor for the call home to the comfort and safety of the past.

The second verse continues the theme of loss and acceptance of what has taken place, with the singer admitting that a part of themselves has died but watches it burn. They acknowledge that their heart has tried, but it’s clear that their efforts have not been enough. The doubling down on “once” in the chorus now highlight the pain of realizing that they were once willing to do things for someone that they no longer feel that way for. They repeat the sirens in the bridge, emphasizing that it’s time to go home, to a time when things felt easier and better.

Overall, the lyrics to “Once” are powerful in that they depict the universal experience of losing something or someone important and struggling to move on. The repetition of “once” throughout the song adds to the mood of longing and sadness.