Fallen from the Sky
Glen Hansard/Marketa Irglova Lyrics
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You must have shattered on the wrong way
You brought so many to the light
And now you're by yourself
There comes a point in every fight
Where giving up seems like the only way
When everyone has said goodbye
If you need somewhere to fall apart
Somewhere to fall apart
When the rules of Cain, the rights you made
The hours did crawl for those to blame
The broken glass, the fool that asked
The moving arrow to stop
You must have fallen from the sky
You must have come here in the pouring rain
You took so many through the light
And now you're on your own
If you need somewhere to fall apart
Somewhere to fall apart
Well the ruins of man, the bloody rag
Neither fool the bull, the powdered hag
The nights they make the rattle rag
The wolves that follow the outed man
The falling star, the way we are, divine
The rules that never ever multiply
You must have fallen from the sky
You must have come here on the wrong way
You came among us every time
But now you're on your own
If you need somewhere to fall apart
Somewhere to fall apart
Well, they call you saint, the basket case
The rules of thumb you have to break
The raging skull, the rag to the bull
The nails that drag in either hand
Well, I will make my work of that
I know this place, I know this task
You must have fallen from the sky
The song Fallen from the Sky by Glen Hansard is a slow and melancholic tune that speaks about someone who has fallen from grace and is now struggling on their own. The opening lines suggest that the person in question was once revered as someone special, like a guardian angel that had come to Earth. However, something went wrong along the way, and they were shattered and left to fend for themselves. They had once led many people towards a better life, but they now must navigate the world alone.
The lyrics then move on to describe the struggles that this person is facing. They reached a point where surrender seems like the only option, and everyone they once knew has abandoned them. The song suggests that this is a trying time for the individual, and they need a space to come apart and regroup. The middle verses speak of the "ruins of man" and the "rag to the bull," indicating that the world can be a ruthless place that chews people up and spits them out. The singer knows this well and is offering his support if needed, remarking that he knows this place and the task at hand.
The song's chorus returns to the opening lines about the person falling from the sky and how they now find themselves alone after helping so many others. The repeated invitation to find somewhere to fall apart highlights the difficulties of coming to terms with a fall from grace and the need for support in such situations. The song overall is one of compassion and understanding toward those who have been knocked down and left to pick up the pieces of their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
You must have fallen from the sky
You seem like a miracle, a savior sent from above.
You must have shattered on the wrong way
Somewhere along the way, you lost your way and got hurt.
You brought so many to the light
You helped so many find hope and guidance in their lives.
And now you're by yourself
Despite all that you've done for others, you're alone and struggling now.
There comes a point in every fight
Eventually, every struggle becomes overwhelming and defeating.
Where giving up seems like the only way
At this point, it feels like surrender is the only option.
When everyone has said goodbye
When everyone has left and abandoned you to face your struggles alone.
And now you're on your own
You're alone and facing your struggles without support or guidance.
If you need somewhere to fall apart
If you need a safe space to break down and express your pain.
When the rules of Cain, the rights you made
The laws and morals that govern us, and the choices we make in pursuit of justice.
The hours did crawl for those to blame
The time drags by slowly for those who are held accountable for their actions.
The broken glass, the fool that asked
The shards of shattered dreams, and the naive question that led to their destruction.
The moving arrow to stop
Trying to halt the inevitable or change the course of events that have already been set in motion.
You must have come here in the pouring rain
You arrived in a difficult and trying circumstance, amidst chaos and tumultuous emotions.
You took so many through the light
You helped so many find their way through the darkness and despair.
Well the ruins of man, the bloody rag
The remnants of human civilization, marked by violence and pain.
Neither fool the bull, the powdered hag
Nothing can deceive or control the powerful and influential.
The nights they make the rattle rag
The dark and lonely hours that cause us to lose our strength and stability.
The wolves that follow the outed man
The predators and opportunists who seek to take advantage of those who are exposed and vulnerable.
The falling star, the way we are, divine
The sense of wonder and awe at the mysterious and beautiful nature of life and the universe.
The rules that never ever multiply
The unwritten laws and principles that govern the world and our lives, which never seem to get any easier or more clear.
You must have come here on the wrong way
You arrived here in an unfortunate or difficult circumstance, perhaps lost or misguided.
You came among us every time
Despite the difficulties and challenges you've faced, you've always been there to help others.
Well, they call you saint, the basket case
Some see you as a hero or a savior, while others see you as someone who is struggling or broken.
The rules of thumb you have to break
The guidelines and norms that don't seem to apply to your unique situation and struggles.
The raging skull, the rag to the bull
The intense emotions and fierce determination that drive us to face our challenges head-on.
The nails that drag in either hand
The painful burdens and challenges that weigh us down, making it difficult to move forward.
Well, I will make my work of that
I will take responsibility for the challenges and hardships in my life, and use them to grow and improve.
I know this place, I know this task
I am familiar with the difficulties and struggles of life, and am ready to face them head-on and overcome them.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Broma 16, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GLEN HANSARD, GLEN JAMES HANSARD
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