Carry
Isis Lyrics
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Fills his lungs and crushes his body
Dust floats through sun in water
As you draw close
Fall to me
He sees like his never seen before
I will carry you
True and Free
And the water carries him away
Now that you are here
You'll swim with me
Soon he ceases to be at all
I am clutching you
True
He sees like he's never seen before
He is light in water
The song "Carry" by Isis is a powerful and poetic depiction of a drowning individual's experience. The verses paint vivid imagery of dust floating through water and the crushing weight of the water filling the lungs and crushing the body. The chorus then delivers a message of hope and resilience, stating that the singer will carry the drowning individual through the water, true and free. The lyrics suggest that the singer is either a loved one or a figure of comfort, as they assure the drowning individual that they will never cease to hold onto them, even as they become lighter and ultimately cease to exist in the physical realm.
The lyrics contain metaphors that suggest that the drowned individual is experiencing a kind of liberation. Dust floating through the water represents a metaphorical release of earthly troubles, while becoming light in the water suggests a spiritual ascension. This can be interpreted as either a positive or negative experience, depending on the listener's perspective; it may represent either a peaceful release from the pain of living or a tragedy cut short by premature death. Overall, the lyrics of "Carry" convey a sense of empathy and a desire to comfort those who are suffering, even as they pass from the physical world.
Line by Line Meaning
And the water takes hold
The water surrounds and immobilizes him.
Fills his lungs and crushes his body
The water fills his lungs and creates immense pressure on his body.
Dust floats through sun in water
The dust particles float in the sunlit water.
As you draw close
As you approach me.
Fall to me
Become vulnerable and rely on me.
He sees like his never seen before
He gains a new perspective from his experience.
I will carry you
I will support and guide you through this journey.
True and Free
Without any reservations or restrictions.
And the water carries him away
The water takes him to an unknown destination.
Now that you are here
Since you are by my side.
You'll swim with me
You will share in my experiences.
Soon he ceases to be at all
He becomes nothing and is gone from this world.
I am clutching you
I am holding onto you tightly.
True
In this moment, there is no falseness or illusion.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Aaron Harris, Aaron Turner, Bryant Meyer, Jeff Caxide, Michael Gallagher
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ZippityBoop
...as the water takes hold
Fills his lungs and crushes his body
Dust floats through sun in water
He sees like he's never seen before
(As you draw close, fall to me
I will carry you, true and free
Now that you are here, you'll swim with me
I am clutching you, true.)
...and the water carries him away
Soon he ceases to be at all
He sees like he's never seen before
He is light in water
ZippityBoop
...as the water takes hold
Fills his lungs and crushes his body
Dust floats through sun in water
He sees like he's never seen before
(As you draw close, fall to me
I will carry you, true and free
Now that you are here, you'll swim with me
I am clutching you, true.)
...and the water carries him away
Soon he ceases to be at all
He sees like he's never seen before
He is light in water
bleakmatter
I love how this song builds up gradually to immerse you in the sound completely, and then blows your mind away, making you remember its greatness forever.
dredhed33 666
pretty damn sure no bands have ever surpassed these kats. Light years ahead of their time🔥💀🔥
Vojkan Jovanovic
One of the most beautiful songs ever recorded!
Surgicalsensei
The emotion in Aaron’s voice you can feel his pain
jamie rousseau
Just seen them play this live in LA last night was speechless such an amazing experience
Krystal
Same, came down from northern California to see them. Felt entirely too lucky to have made it as I also fell in love with them after they disbanded. Happy you made it
jamie rousseau
@Josue David Valencia Bastidas negative
Josue David Valencia Bastidas
Still together?
Aaron R.
Man, unfortunately for me I discovered them a few years too late and knew I'd never see them perform live as one. After they disbanded, that show was literally a once in a lifetime opportunity. I planned and flew from Dallas to attend. Wasn't gonna miss it come hell or high water. This band is legendary. 🙏