Memories From The Lake
Jan A.P. Kaczmarek Lyrics

Daylight, see the dew on the sunflower
As the sun rises, the dew on the sunflower is visible which symbolizes the fleeting nature of life and beauty.

And a rose that is fading
Like the sunflower, the rose is also withering and losing its beauty.

Roses whither away like the sunflower
The transitory nature of roses is akin to that of sunflowers as they both wither away and fade into memory.

I yearn to turn my face to the dawn
The dawn represents a new day and a fresh start, and the artist wishes to embrace it with hope and optimism.

I am waiting for the day
The artist eagerly anticipates the arrival of the new day and the possibilities that it may bring.

Midnight, not a sound from the pavement
The stillness of the night is highlighted by the lack of any noise from the street below.

Has the moon lost her memory?
The singer wonders if the moon has forgotten what has transpired during the night, as it continues to shine alone in the dark.

She is smiling alone in the lamplight
Despite being alone, the moon radiates with a warm and cheerful light.

The withered leaves collect at my feet
The fallen leaves signify the end of a season and the inevitability of change and decay.

And the wind begins to moan
The wind's mournful howl mirrors the artist's feeling of solitude and melancholy.

Memory, all alone in the moonlight
In the quietness of the night, the singer is left alone with his memories.

I can smile at the old days, I was beautiful then
Despite the bittersweet nature of memories, they bring back moments of happiness and beauty that can still be appreciated.

I remember the time I knew what happiness was
The singer reminisces about a time when he experienced true happiness and longs to experience it again.

Let the memory live again
The singer wishes to relive the memories and preserve them for as long as possible.

Every street lamp
The street lamps symbolize the harsh realities and struggles of life that people encounter each day.

Seems to beat a fatalistic warning
The artist perceives the flickering of the street lamps as an omen of the bad things to come.

Someone mutters and the street lamp gutters
The sound of someone murmuring seemingly amplifies the flickering of the street lamp.

And soon it will be morning
Despite the difficulties that the night may bring, the singer takes comfort in knowing that a new day will soon arrive.

Daylight, I must wait for the sunrise
The singer remains patient and hopeful for the arrival of the sun, which represents a new beginning.

I must think of a new life
The artist realizes that in order to move forward, they must contemplate the possibilities of a new life and embrace change.

And I mustn't give in when the dawn comes
When faced with a new day, the artist reminds themselves to not give up and to face the challenges ahead with courage and determination.

Tonight will be a memory too
The artist acknowledges that the present moment will soon become a memory, emphasizing the importance of cherishing each experience.

And a new day will begin
Despite the fleeting nature of time, the arrival of a new day offers new opportunities and hope for a better future.

Burnt out ends of smoky days
The remnants of burnt days signify the end of a period of intense struggle and hardship.

The stale cold smell of morning
The chilly, lifeless air of the morning signifies the end of something that was once vibrant and alive.

The street lamp dies, another night is over
The street lamp represents the passing of time and the inevitability of change, as another night comes to an end.

Another day is dawning
Despite the sadness of endings, the singer takes solace in knowing that a new day offers fresh opportunities and possibilities for growth.

Touch me, it's so easy to leave me
The artist fears abandonment and seeks human connection through touch.

All alone with the memory
The artist is left to grapple with their memories alone, heightening their sense of isolation.

Of my days in the sun if you touch me
If someone can empathize with the singer's past experiences and offer comfort, they may understand the source of his happiness.

You'll understand what happiness is
Through emotional connection and understanding, the singer hopes to find true happiness once again.

Look
An exclamation that calls attention to the new day that has just begun.

A new day has begun
A statement that acknowledges the arrival of a new day and the opportunities that it brings.