Former leadsinger in the band Kamprads.
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October
Henrik Skanfors Lyrics
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and it might not stop until I rest
Now I find it hard to sleep
to smile, to breathe, to weep
I hold your heavy heart in my hands
as we start to change all our plans
A world made again from scratch
October, I told them about the things I've seen
so they had to take a part of me
There's no home for our unborn child
Let's just pray this winter is mild
But I hear disapointment in your voice
So we fight as if I had any choice
Yet I know we'll end up at the start
and the promise that death will do us part
October, can't stand the thought I might lose this
Your eyes and our daugther's kiss
or your anxious hand on my cheek
as you search for a sign I feel weak
And now, I think my head will burst
But I refuse to prepare for the worst
I refuse to let it choose the day
I refuse to let this spark of life just fade away
The song "October" by Henrik Skanfors is a powerful and emotional reflection on a man's struggle with the realization that he is possessed, and the impact it has on both his relationship with his partner and their future together. The opening lines set the tone for the entire song, conveying a sense of foreboding and despair as the singer grapples with the reality of his situation. He is plagued by an inability to sleep, smile, or even cry, as he comes to grips with the immense and terrifying weight of what he is experiencing.
The central theme of the song revolves around the singer's relationship with his partner, and how the revelation of his possession has affected them both. He describes holding her "heavy heart" in his hands as they try to "change all our plans" in light of their new reality. Despite their efforts to move on and rebuild their lives, there is a sense of hopelessness and resignation that pervades the lyrics. The singer laments the loss of their unborn child and fears that his possession will rob him of the precious moments he shares with his partner and daughter.
Throughout the song, there is a palpable tension between the singer's desire to hold onto what he has and his acceptance of the inevitability of their fate. He refuses to give up or give in to despair, even as he knows that the end may be near. Ultimately, "October" is a haunting and deeply moving exploration of the human condition, and the power of love and determination in the face of unspeakable adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
October, I just found out I'm possessed
I have just realized that something is taking control of me in October
and it might not stop until I rest
This possession may continue until I am at peace in my final rest
Now I find it hard to sleep
I struggle to find restful sleep
to smile, to breathe, to weep
Simple actions like smiling, breathing, or crying have become difficult
I hold your heavy heart in my hands
I take responsibility for the weight of your feelings
as we start to change all our plans
Our plans for the future must be altered due to current circumstances
A world made again from scratch
Our world must be rebuilt from the ground up
Life is an empty canvas with a catch
Life presents infinite potential, but always with uncertainty and risk
October, I told them about the things I've seen
I shared what I have experienced with others in October
so they had to take a part of me
As a result, something was taken from me
There's no home for our unborn child
Our future child has nowhere to call home
Let's just pray this winter is mild
We hope that the coming season of winter is not too harsh
But I hear disapointment in your voice
I hear regret and sadness in your tone
So we fight as if I had any choice
We continue to struggle despite knowing we have limited control over the situation
Yet I know we'll end up at the start
Despite our efforts, we will eventually return to where we began
and the promise that death will do us part
We are bound together until death separates us
October, can't stand the thought I might lose this
I am unable to bear the idea of losing what I hold dear in October
Your eyes and our daughter's kiss
I treasure the gaze of your eyes and the affection of our child
or your anxious hand on my cheek
I feel reassured by the touch of your worried hand on my face
as you search for a sign I feel weak
Your need for a positive sign from me leaves me feeling powerless
And now, I think my head will burst
The mounting pressure is becoming too much to handle
But I refuse to prepare for the worst
Despite the challenges, I resist giving up hope
I refuse to let it choose the day
I refuse to let negative circumstances dictate my fate
I refuse to let this spark of life just fade away
I am determined to keep the flame of our life burning brightly
Contributed by Victoria Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vitormartins9216
Beautiful song:)))))
@oliver-fietz
Great Song! Keep the video as well!
@martinvansluijs640
great
@oscarbexell3972
Henrik is the most underrated artist I've ever come across. His music should be everywhere. When do we get a new album? ;)
@Karen-mf9yd
hey just want to say i have been listening to this song every october since 2012. this song occupies a very tender space in my heart
@Karen-mf9yd
time for my yearly listen! happy october
@Jennappel
<3
@marklundper
Det finns verkligen inget som känns lika ödsligt som en plats skapad för männsikor - utan människor. Vackert jobbat!
@Orgalorgx3
I heard this song on soundcloud eight years ago and I still cant find out why this song never blew up
@reallauradee
Will you ever put other songs up? Sharing YouTube videos is easier. Psalm 513 isn't on this platform, I think only on Sound Cloud.