Island
Lads Lyrics
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Far from all my cares
Not really a place more
In my heart somewhere
When I look into Your eyes
I feel peace around me
A river of life flows
Through my emptiness
When I look into Your eyes
You take me away into Your grace
Deep in the light and life I'm lead
You give me peace, give me rest
To have You with me is all that I need
The rush of Your flooding spins me 'round
Your hope will lift me off the ground
The lyrics of Lads' song "Island" express the idea of finding refuge from the world's troubles and being transported to a peaceful, idyllic island in one's mind. The song is imbued with religious overtones, with the references to God's grace and peace throughout. The imagery used in the song is vivid and evocative, with the soft rain upon dry waste and the river of life flowing through emptiness conjuring up strong visual images.
The lyrics suggest that the persona is in a state of emotional turmoil, but upon looking into "Your" (God's) eyes, he finds a sense of calm and inner peace. The sense of transcendence is further bolstered when the persona is "led" deep into the light and life, suggesting a spiritual awakening or a mystical experience. The song's message is one of hope and faith, as it suggests that no matter how difficult life may be, there is always a refuge to be found in God's grace and love.
Line by Line Meaning
You take me to an island
You bring me to a peaceful place
Far from all my cares
Away from my worries
Not really a place more
Not a physical location
In my heart somewhere
But in my mind and soul
When I look into Your eyes
When I am with You
I feel peace around me
I sense tranquility
Soft rain upon dry waste
Refreshment after a period of barrenness
A river of life flows
An energy that sustains me
Through my emptiness
In my moments of feeling void
You take me away into Your grace
How You offer me salvation
Deep in the light and life I'm lead
Guided by Your illumination
You give me peace, give me rest
You soothe my mind and soul
To have You with me is all that I need
Knowing You are with me is everything
The rush of Your flooding spins me 'round
As Your presence surrounds me
Your hope will lift me off the ground
Bringing joy and optimism to my life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMES STANLEY MC CARTY, KEITH RELF
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