Phoenix
Laura Doggett Lyrics
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A soul sets fire
Ignite my fears
Ignite desire
Baby you're the fuel
Your iridescent colours change from every view.
But when it gets darker
I won't glow no more
I cease to sparkle
So Baby be my jewels
Your iridescent colours ignite the room
And I burn
I burn
Til you can see my ghost
From the ashes grow
Dark sun lights a silhouette
Cradling the flame til the fire beds
pheonix gunna rise from the ash again
pheonix gunna rise from the ash
Anger unfolds
towering inferno
Resting on the bones
of bitterness of sorrow
I'm so confused
You set the torch
And I freeze
Make me shiver shark
While I walk on walk on water
Hunt me in the dark
Make me feel the thunder
You shake my core
Hit me so hard til I can't take no more
And I burn
I burn
Til you can see my ghost
From the ashes grow
Dark sun lights a silhouette
Cradling the flame til the fire beds
pheonix gunna rise from the ash again
pheonix gunna rise from the ash
I burn
Laura Doggett's "Phoenix" is a song about burning passion, fear, and redemption. The lyrics use fire as a metaphor for intense emotions - both negative and positive - and the process of rising from the ashes as a symbol for growth and resilience. The opening lines set the tone for the song: "When danger calls / A soul sets fire". The singer is acknowledging that danger and fear can be powerful motivators, pushing her to take risks and live life to the fullest. The chorus repeats the phrase "I burn" as a way of expressing this intensity, with the image of a ghost rising from the ashes reinforcing the idea that she is constantly being renewed.
The second verse builds on this theme by introducing the idea of anger and bitterness. The "towering inferno" represents the singer's frustration and pain, while the "bones of bitterness of sorrow" suggest that these negative emotions are rooted in past traumas. However, even in the midst of this darkness, the singer turns to her partner for comfort: "You set the torch / And I freeze / Make me shiver shark / While I walk on walk on water". The heavy use of imagery and metaphor throughout the song adds depth and layers of meaning, making it a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
When danger calls
The feeling of danger arises
A soul sets fire
The emotions are ignited
Ignite my fears
The fears are awakened
Ignite desire
The desires are awakened as well
Baby you're the fuel
The partner is the inspiration
Your iridescent colours change from every view.
Partner's unique qualities are constantly revealed in various situations
I'm your gold
The singer is precious to the partner
But when it gets darker
During a hard time
I won't glow no more
The artist cannot shine anymore
I cease to sparkle
The artist loses their sparkle
So Baby be my jewels
Partner, please continue to inspire the singer
Your iridescent colours ignite the room
Partner's unique qualities inspire others around them as well
And I burn
The singer's emotions intensify
I burn
The emotions continue to intensify
Til you can see my ghost
The singer's intense emotions are visible
From the ashes grow
From the ashes, growth is possible
Dark sun lights a silhouette
A dark situation creates a silhouette, a representation of the artist's potential resurgence
Cradling the flame til the fire beds
The singer's emotions are nurtured until they reignite
Phoenix gonna rise from the ash again
The singer will rise up from the ashes once again after difficulties
Phoenix gonna rise from the ash
The artist will become stronger after the difficulties
Anger unfolds
Anger emerges
Towering inferno
Anger becomes intense like a towering flame
Resting on the bones
The intensity of anger lingers
Of bitterness of sorrow
The anger is rooted in bitterness and sorrow
I'm so confused
The singer is overwhelmed
You set the torch
The partner is responsible for the overwhelming emotions
And I freeze
The singer cannot process the overwhelming emotions
Make me shiver shark
Partner, please continue to challenge the artist
While I walk on walk on water
The artist wants to appear calm through the challenges
Hunt me in the dark
Partner, please urge the singer to face their fears
Make me feel the thunder
The singer wants to experience the intensity of emotions
You shake my core
The partner affects the artist's deepest emotions
Hit me so hard til I can't take no more
The intensity of emotions becomes too much for the artist
Contributed by Madelyn C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lyrics
When danger calls
A soul sets fire
Ignite my fears
Ignite desire
Baby you're the fuel
Your iridescent colours change from every view.
I'm your gold
But when it gets darker
I won't glow no more
I cease to sparkle
So Baby be my jewels
Your iridescent colours ignite the room
And I burn
I burn
Til you can see my ghost
From the ashes grow
Dark sun lights a silhouette
Cradling the flame til the fire beds
Pheonix gunna rise from the ash again
Pheonix gunna rise from the ash
Anger unfolds
Towering inferno
Resting on the bones
Of bitterness of sorrow
I'm so confused
You set the torch
And I freeze
Make me shiver shark
While I walk on walk on water
Hunt me in the dark
Make me feel the thunder
You shake my core
Hit me so hard til I can't take no more
And I burn
I burn
Til you can see my ghost
From the ashes grow
Dark sun lights a silhouette
Cradling the flame til the fire beds
Pheonix gunna rise from the ash again
Pheonix gunna rise from the ash
I burn
Leslie Dapple
This song needs more recognition!
ramboooooo
Leslie Dapple
Agreed :'[
Ikran
I've always been drawn to the concept of a "phoenix rising from the ashes" and this song revitalises that and creates a interesting dark sound.
Keep this great music up!
Ikran
Laura Doggett Your absolutely welcome. Oh i love that. From vulnerable to strong!
Matthew Pilot
A very enigmatic song in its most purest state. I wish we had more songs like this one, our music industry would be in a better place if we did
Alisson B.
I have no words to define what this is magnificent.
LostAndEaten
This song is so beautiful, and absolutely captivating. It just ensnares me and I can't even bring myself to get out of the car while it's playing. I love it!
Amaya Jones
I love this song. This song is likely to be in my head for the rest of today and tomorrow. I feel a strong empowerment vibe coming from it, and when she started singing, she sounded just like Sade.
Amaya Jones
You're welcome
Rikkuness9
Wow, I am so hooked on this song! So powerful...almost haunting, I get the chills. I hope to hear more songs from you, Laura! Good luck x