River Song
Grusin Dave Lyrics
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Transforming the breed as it strains to erase
Cleansing the body and perfecting the bliss
Falling further into its hypnosis
Absurd scenery of strength and endurance
The mundane edeavours for the perfect resistance
Evolution axis bent. Manipulation results
Genesis torn
Enigma solved
Utopia found
Euphoria born
Expanding origin stagnates at last
Bows down in unity when paradise is lost
Dirt grows in catharsis - raise of the inbred
Totality rejects the efforts of the misled
Genesis torn
Enigma solved
Utopia found
Euphoria born
Extinction embraces the crippled presence
Altered away from the salvaging renaissance
The lyrics of "River Song" by Dave Grusin present a mysterious and thought-provoking reflection on the struggle between temptation and purity. The opening lines suggest vulnerability and the power that temptation can hold over a person, transforming them and erasing their former self. However, the allure of this cleansing and perfecting state draws the subject of the song further into a trance. The following lines express a sense of absurdity and futility in striving for "perfect resistance," juxtaposed with the theme of ongoing manipulation and contrasts that bring condemnation and insult to the subject searching for resolution.
The next two stanzas bring the idea of Genesis, Enigma, Utopia, and Euphoria. With a sense of paradox, the opening line of the first stanza declares that "Genesis is torn," and the final line of the second repeats the phrase, "Euphoria born." The song presents the concept of a cyclical pattern wherein a journey towards euphoria and utopia inevitably ends with stagnation and decline, plunging into extinction. The final line speaks to a particular kind of change, where those stuck in the past embrace the new normal, far from the rebirth they once sought.
Line by Line Meaning
Temptation impales the vulnerable
The lure of temptation pierces those who are susceptible to it.
Transforming the breed as it strains to erase
The temptation changes the nature of those who succumb to it, trying to wipe out their former selves.
Cleansing the body and perfecting the bliss
The temptation offers a kind of catharsis that purifies the body and nurtures a state of joy and satisfaction.
Falling further into its hypnosis
Those enamored with the temptation continue to fall deeper under its spell.
Absurd scenery of strength and endurance
A strange display of vigor and stamina that defies explanation.
The mundane edeavours for the perfect resistance
Ordinary efforts may be required to achieve the highest level of resistance.
Evolution axis bent. Manipulation results
The path of evolution is distorted, leading to intentional manipulation of events.
Contrast condemns and the answer insults
The contrast between different approaches to a solution leads to condemnation and hurt feelings.
Genesis torn
The beginning is destroyed.
Enigma solved
A mysterious problem is solved and understood.
Utopia found
A perfect society is discovered and achieved.
Euphoria born
An intense feeling of happiness and ecstasy is created.
Expanding origin stagnates at last
The initial source of something that was once expanding and growing comes to a halt.
Bows down in unity when paradise is lost
People come together and submit to a common fate when they lose their idyllic surroundings.
Dirt grows in catharsis - raise of the inbred
The process of purification leads to an increase in disgusting and unworthy behavior.
Totality rejects the efforts of the misled
The entirety of something disagrees with the misguided attempts to improve it.
Genesis torn
The beginning is destroyed.
Enigma solved
A mysterious problem is solved and understood.
Utopia found
A perfect society is discovered and achieved.
Euphoria born
An intense feeling of happiness and ecstasy is created.
Extinction embraces the crippled presence
Destruction takes hold of everything that is weak and damaged.
Altered away from the salvaging renaissance
The potential for renewal and restoration is gone due to changes that are too significant to be fixed.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CARL WILSON, DENNIS WILSON, DENNIS C. WILSON
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