'The light' and 'Talk to me' were released as an advance of 'Cloak', his full length debut out on June 3rd, 2016.
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Living in the past
Jordan Rakei Lyrics
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I keep runnin' towards a dream
and untrusty road
getting weary from the load. yeah
'cause they are waisting all the time
Glorifying days behind
'cause they've been waisting most the days
in rememberance of praise
We're living in the past ... yeah
We're living in a past time (paradise?)
We're living in the past.
Like the sand upon the shore
Like we've never dreamt before. no
'cause it's an evil sight to see
all the things that bring you grief
We're living in a past time (paradise)?
We're living in the past ... yeah
We're living in a past time (paradise?)
We're living in the past.
We're living in a past time (paradise?)
The lyrics of Jordan Rakei's song, Living in the Past, center around the notion of being trapped in the past and the negative effects it can have on both the present and the future. The opening line, "like a lonesome stream, I keep runnin' towards a dream" sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is on a journey, trying to reach a goal or dream, but is hindered by the "untrusty road" and the "load" they carry. This load could be a metaphor for the emotional baggage of living in the past, constantly reminiscing about past glory and not allowing oneself to move forward.
The chorus repeats the phrase "We're living in a past time (paradise?)" which can be interpreted in a few ways. The use of the word "paradise" suggests that living in the past might seem desirable or idyllic, but the questioning tone of the lyrics also suggests that this is a misguided or dangerous way of thinking. The second verse further emphasizes the negative aspects of living in the past. The singer describes the things that bring grief, and how it is an "evil sight" to constantly be reminded of them.
Overall, the lyrics of this song are a warning against being stuck in the past and not living in the present. It highlights the importance of letting go of past mistakes, pain and regrets, and instead focusing on the present and the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Like a lonesome stream
I keep runnin' towards a dream
and untrusty road
getting weary from the load. yeah
The artist compares himself to a stream running towards a dream, but the journey is hard and weary due to the untrustworthy road.
'cause they are waisting all the time
Glorifying days behind
'cause they've been waisting most the days
in rememberance of praise
The artist points out that people waste time by glorifying and remembering the past instead of moving forward to create new experiences.
We're living in a past time (paradise?)
We're living in the past ... yeah
We're living in a past time (paradise?)
We're living in the past.
The artist emphasizes that people are currently living in the past, perhaps believing it to be an ideal time, but neglecting to appreciate and create the present.
Like the sand upon the shore
Like we've never dreamt before. no
'cause it's an evil sight to see
all the things that bring you grief
The artist emphasizes the importance of dreaming and creating new experiences, as opposed to constantly dwelling on the past which can lead to feelings of grief and sadness.
We're living in a past time (paradise)?
We're living in the past ... yeah
We're living in a past time (paradise)?
We're living in the past.
The artist repeats the idea that people are currently living in the past, and questions whether or not it is a paradise or a necessary reality.
Contributed by Cole E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.