Canons
Jeremy Enigk Lyrics


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Threw myself on the floor
Chasing time
At the door
Half-past nine
Self-control
Lace your own heart
On the door
Night will mourn
And I'm sleeping on the better debt of day
Like the rising off
They won't need me till tomorrow
Night that claims the sky
Forever dreams of a better day

Half-past nine
Rise at four
Tracing time
After all
Casting iron
Self-control
Lace your heart
On the door

Night will mourn
And I'm sleeping on the better debt of day
Like the rising off
They won't need me till tomorrow
Night that claims the sky




Forever dreams of a better day
Say you'll be around

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jeremy Enigk's song "Canons" portray a sense of hopelessness, as the singer seems to be caught in a cycle of chasing time and self-reflection. The first verse starts with the singer throwing themselves on the floor, which could be interpreted as a symbol of surrender or desperation. The phrase "chasing time" shows a sense of urgency and the need to keep up with the pace of life. At the door, the singer realizes it is already half-past nine, perhaps feeling like time is slipping away from them. The mention of self-control and lacing their own heart on the door could indicate that the singer is trying to gain control over their own emotions and feelings.


The second verse repeats the theme of tracing time, but this time the singer rises at four instead of chasing time at half-past nine. Again, the mention of self-control and casting iron could symbolize the singer's efforts to be strong and resilient. The final line of the song, "Say you'll be around," creates a sense of yearning for someone's presence or support.


Overall, the lyrics of "Canons" provide a glimpse into the singer's struggle to find meaning and purpose in life, while also trying to maintain control over their emotions and time.


Line by Line Meaning

Threw myself on the floor
I fell down on the floor in a sense of hopelessness and despair.


Chasing time
Trying to keep up with the fleeting passage of time.


At the door
Standing near or next to the entrance or exit.


Half-past nine
Nine-thirty in the evening or morning.


Self-control
The ability to manage one's own feelings, thoughts, or behavior.


Lace your own heart
To strengthen or steady one's own emotions, especially during tumultuous times.


On the door
Hanging or affixing something to the entrance or exit.


Night will mourn
The darkness of night will bring sadness or grief.


And I'm sleeping on the better debt of day
I am resting peacefully during the calmness of daytime hours.


Like the rising off
Similar to the gradual ascent of something, such as the sunlight in the morning.


They won't need me till tomorrow
No one will require my presence or attention until the next day.


Night that claims the sky
The darkness of night consumes the once bright and vibrant sky.


Forever dreams of a better day
Hopeful for a brighter future, despite the despair of the current moment.


Half-past nine
Nine-thirty in the evening or morning.


Rise at four
To awaken and begin one's day very early in the morning, usually around four o'clock.


Tracing time
Trying to keep track of the passing of time, often with a sense of urgency.


After all
Despite everything that has happened or been said.


Casting iron
Creating something permanent or unyielding, often from a harsh or difficult circumstance.


Self-control
The ability to manage one's own feelings, thoughts, or behavior.


Lace your heart
To steady or anchor one's emotions, reminding oneself of what is truly important.


On the door
Affixing something to the entrance or exit.


Night will mourn
The darkness of night will bring sadness or grief.


And I'm sleeping on the better debt of day
I am resting peacefully during the calmness of daytime hours.


Like the rising off
Similar to the gradual ascent of something, such as the sunlight in the morning.


They won't need me till tomorrow
No one will require my presence or attention until the next day.


Night that claims the sky
The darkness of night consumes the once bright and vibrant sky.


Forever dreams of a better day
Hopeful for a brighter future, despite the despair of the current moment.


Say you'll be around
Please assure me that you will stay or be present for me.




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Written by: JEREMY ENIGK

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