The Warning
L.U.K.L. Lyrics
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back to my creator
I know it appears to be worn and faded
but its hardly ever been used
I skipped a lot of lessons
the landscape passed me over
I feared a lot of wasted time
I need a result again
my mind has got to take shelter
from the hell coming down
the warning signs, the warning signs
No ulterior motives
and no outside interference
order in the morning, we're quite disciplined at night
so keep me here
it seems I've tipped the balance
and wired out of sequence
there's smoke coming from the motor
like the whole things gonna blow
so don't you go yet
I need a result again
my mind has got to take shelter
from the hell coming down
the warning signs, the warning signs
I'll swim in the freezing sea
while my friends still pass me
like my list of every simple truth that I have learned
and if I can make you happy
the favour will be instantly returned
I need a result again
my mind has got to take shelter
from the hell coming down
the warning signs, the warning signs
The lyrics of L.U.K.L.'s song "The Warning" depict a sense of surrender and reflection, as well as a longing for guidance and protection from the chaos in the world. The line "Handed it all over, back to my creator" suggests a relinquishing of control and a return to one's spiritual or higher power for guidance. The following line, "I know it appears to be worn and faded, but it's hardly ever been used," indicates that despite the wear and tear on one's spirit or soul, it has not been fully utilized or explored.
The artist then speaks of skipping lessons and feeling overlooked by the landscape, conveying a sense of missed opportunities and wasted time. The phrase "it's rotted me" suggests that these missed chances or failures have had a negative impact on the artist's well-being. The repetition of the line "I need a result again, my mind has got to take shelter" reflects a desire for clarity and protection from the impending chaos and suffering symbolized by the "hell coming down" and the "warning signs."
The next verse describes a state of order and discipline in the morning, contrasting with the uncontrolled and chaotic nature of the artist's inner world. The line "so keep me here" implies a plea to be kept in this place of discipline and stability. The mention of being "wired out of sequence" and the imagery of smoke coming from the motor symbolize an internal imbalance and the feeling that things are on the verge of collapsing. The plea "so don't you go yet" is a plea for support or companionship in the face of impending challenges.
The final verse speaks of the artist's willingness to endure hardships ("swim in the freezing sea") while others continue to surpass them. The mention of a "list of every simple truth that I have learned" suggests a collection of personal insights or lessons. The line "and if I can make you happy, the favor will be instantly returned" expresses a desire to reciprocate happiness, suggesting that the artist finds fulfillment in bringing joy to others.
Overall, "The Warning" portrays a vulnerable and reflective mindset, seeking protection from the difficulties of life and yearning for a sense of purpose and peace amidst the chaos.
Line by Line Meaning
Handed it all over
I relinquished control and gave everything away.
back to my creator
returning it to the one who created it.
I know it appears to be worn and faded
Though it may seem old and worn out,
but its hardly ever been used
it has rarely been utilized.
I skipped a lot of lessons
I neglected to learn many important teachings.
the landscape passed me over
I was overlooked by the opportunities presented by life.
I feared a lot of wasted time
I was afraid of wasting precious moments.
I let it all take hold and its rotted me
I allowed it to consume me and it has corroded my being.
I need a result again
I require a positive outcome once more.
my mind has got to take shelter
My thoughts need a refuge.
from the hell coming down
protecting myself from the impending disaster.
the warning signs, the warning signs
the indications of imminent danger.
No ulterior motives
There are no hidden intentions.
and no outside interference
without external intervention.
order in the morning, we're quite disciplined at night
We maintain control in the morning and demonstrate self-discipline at night.
so keep me here
Please continue to keep me in this place.
it seems I've tipped the balance
It appears that I have disrupted the equilibrium.
and wired out of sequence
and the wiring is no longer in the correct order.
there's smoke coming from the motor
Smoke is emanating from the engine.
like the whole things gonna blow
as if the entire thing is about to explode.
so don't you go yet
Please don't leave just yet.
I'll swim in the freezing sea
I will endure the frigid waters.
while my friends still pass me
while my companions continue to move ahead.
like my list of every simple truth that I have learned
like the compilation of every basic truth I have acquired.
and if I can make you happy
and if I can bring joy to your life.
the favour will be instantly returned
the kindness will be reciprocated immediately.
I need a result again
I require a favorable outcome once more.
my mind has got to take shelter
My thoughts need a refuge.
from the hell coming down
protecting myself from the impending disaster.
the warning signs, the warning signs
the indications of imminent danger.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DYLAN KEETON, GERARD STARKIE, JOHN LANGLEY, JULIAN PRANSKY-POOLE, RAY CHAN
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Grigoris Palierakis
Absolute respect for pilots who can fly over mountains and to airports like this
Jeff Karas
The companion video of this plane and these two gentlemen flying into Lukla is absolutely first rate and highly recommended.
Wootle2BTootle
I said this before but will make these two points again!
1. Amazing video with superb narration
2. Thank you for not using music!
wellardcl
Hey Jimbo have you got a bio of your flight career to date? It would be great to hear how you went from flying in Nepal to top dressing back in NZ.
Jimbo Burgess
Hey mate, that's a great idea. I'll see what I can do 😁 Thanks for the input, I really appreciate it 👍
John Cena
Massive respect to you. Just wanted to say that, stay safe out there
ClayZ
Thanks for the flight, that was fun. I’ve watched many of these Lukla vids. I just assumed there would be fuel available. That you have to carry everything you need for the trip out and back plus reserves helps to drive home the extreme rural-ness out there.
Aafje Yakubu
That looks like an amazing place to fly!
Pure Glide
Ah the good 'ol days, when we could go places
WindyBoi
yeah........