The Silent Chorus
John Maus Lyrics
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and this is the time to hang our sorrow up in cedar trees
this is the time for dreams procession
and this is the time to gather at tables aloud with memory
of our lost play and childish pageantry
This is the time for lost abandonment
and this is the time for stupid whores and drunken malady
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The Silent Chorus by John Maus is a melancholic and introspective song that talks about the passing of time and the melancholy and sadness that comes with it. The lyrics are a reflection on the past, the present, and the future, and how all of these moments are interconnected in our lives. The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, as they speak about the end of the day and the need to let go of our sorrows and dreams.
The lines "this is the time for lost abandonment, and this is the time for stupid whores and drunken malady" suggest a feeling of despair and hopelessness, as if the singer is giving up on their dreams and resorting to self-destructive behavior as a way of coping. Despite the darkness of the lyrics, there is also a sense of comfort and community that comes from gathering together around tables and sharing memories.
Overall, The Silent Chorus is a beautiful and haunting song that captures the fleeting nature of time and the bittersweet emotions that come with it. It is a reflection on the human experience and the struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that is constantly changing.
Line by Line Meaning
This is the time for all but sunset
The day is almost over, but there is still some time before it ends
and this is the time to hang our sorrow up in cedar trees
We should let go of our sadness and find solace in nature
this is the time for dreams procession
We should embrace our dreams and allow them to guide us
and this is the time to gather at tables aloud with memory
We should come together to share memories and stories
of our lost play and childish pageantry
Of the fun times we had as children and the innocence we have lost
This is the time for lost abandonment
We should let go of our inhibitions and fears
and this is the time for stupid whores and drunken malady
We should indulge in our vices and desires, even if they are not always wise
forth earning keep through joyless tragedy
We continue to work and survive, even when life is difficult and disappointing
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