Lights
Grasscut Lyrics
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Blue farament
Blue tron, They've gone to plead me
Your time is spent
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light,
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
Now suits the silver key down
Into the lake
Now leaves the silent lead down
Its burning weight
Falling like an arrow charge sent out of lights
(×3)
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light,
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light
The Grasscut song "Lights" opens with the cryptic lyric "illuminate thinking." This prepares listeners for the abstract imagery that follows. The next line mentions a "blue farament," which is an archaic term for "sky." This not only creates a surreal atmosphere but also indicates that the song is taking place outside, under the vast expanse of the sky. The following line, "blue tron, they've gone to plead me," is more difficult to decipher. "Tron" could be a reference to the 1982 sci-fi film, which dealt with virtual reality and computer hacking. This raises the possibility that the song is commenting on society's over-reliance on technology. The phrase "they've gone to plead me" is also ambiguous. It could be interpreted as meaning that someone is trying to convince the singer to do something, or perhaps that the singer is being summoned to a higher power.
The rest of the song is comprised of a repeated chorus ("The lights, the lights, the lights, that light") and two verses. The second verse is just as mysterious as the first, with its references to a "silver key" and a "silent lead." These could be metaphors for something, but it's not clear what. The final line, "falling like an arrow charge sent out of lights," is vividly descriptive but open to interpretation.
Overall, "Lights" is a song that invites the listener to create their own meaning. Its references to light and technology suggest a commentary on modern society, but it's up to the individual to decide what that commentary is. The dreamlike quality of the lyrics adds to the feeling of ambiguity, making the song a uniquely introspective experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Illuminate thinking
Illuminating the mind for deep thinking and introspection.
Blue farament
A blue color scheme that sets a peaceful environment.
Blue tron, They've gone to plead me
The blue electronic device has left to contemplate ideas with me.
Your time is spent
It is time to stop wasting time and take action.
The lights, the lights, the lights, that light,
The repetition of 'lights' creating a hypnotizing effect and emphasizing the importance of illumination.
Now suits the silver key down
The silver key is now fitting into place.
Into the lake
The key is submerged in water to signify a fresh start.
Now leaves the silent lead down
The lead weight is dropped, signifying the release of burdens and moving on from the past.
Its burning weight
The past weighs heavily on the mind and heart.
Falling like an arrow charge sent out of lights
The light illuminates an arrow being sent out to a new and unknown direction.
Writer(s): Marcus O.\u001aDair, Andrew Phillips Copyright: Third Side America O.B.O. Just Isn'T Music
Contributed by Savannah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mary Houghten
Rewatching Continuum and I forgot how much good music is in it, yours especially!
Grasscut
Thank you!
Akin Williams
Also came here from Continuum...
Darth Jekyll
Kmart commercial.
RevivedNecromancer47
This is a masterpiece, much like your other work, I am surprised that you guys aren't popular, I hope you guys never stop making such amazing pieces of art.
plasmawisp
Hey grasscut. Not sure if you will see this but there are very few comments so you might. I'm an electronica junkie and i really like your music. I heard radar on cbc radio2 in canada very captivating beautiful, gave me chills. keep up the good work.
emhead
Plaese...grasscut...a new album...it's important You know.
Grasscut
@emhead finally coming out February 12th
emhead
@GrasscutWow! Nice surprise. Really. Thanks! I'll remember. Greets. emhead
Grasscut
@emhead You can find it here https://grasscut.bandcamp.com/album/overwinter Cheers GC