Swords
Leftfield Lyrics
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I have become pure water
I can identify, I close my eyes
I wear my sword at my side
I wear my sword at my side
Cleanse me deep in the fire
I wear my sword at my side
I wear my sword at my side
I wear my sword at my side
I wear my sword at my side
I have become pure water
I have become pure water
I have become pure water
The song Swords by Leftfield is a powerful reflection on the dangers that lurk around, and how the singer has transformed himself into "pure water". The opening lines "Dangers in every corner" set the tone for the song, as the singer highlights how he has become acutely aware of the perils that surround him. In the second line, we hear of the singer's transformation, as he has become "pure water". This could be interpreted in a number of ways. Water is a symbol of purity and cleansing, so the singer may be suggesting that he has purified himself, and is now untainted by the dangers around him. Alternatively, water also takes the shape of its surroundings, so the singer may be suggesting that he has learnt to adapt to the dangers, and move fluidly through them.
The singer also speaks of his ability to identify the dangers, and he closes his eyes as if to focus more intently on his surroundings. This suggests a heightened sense of awareness, and readiness to tackle any dangers that come his way. The repeated line "I wear my sword at my side" serves as a reminder that the singer is ready to fight at any moment. The "sword" could be a metaphor for a number of things - it could represent strength and power, or perhaps it's a symbol of the singer's determination and resilience.
The final lines "Cleanse me deep in the fire / I have become pure water" could be taken to mean that the singer has gone through some sort of baptism of fire and has come out stronger and purer as a result. It's a fitting end to a song that presents a strong sense of inner strength and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
Dangers in every corner
I am aware that there are risks and threats everywhere.
I have become pure water
I have transformed myself into a pure and clear state, free from impurities and distractions.
I can identify, I close my eyes
I have developed my intuition to the point where I can sense danger without seeing it with my eyes.
I wear my sword at my side
I am always prepared to defend myself against any threat that may come my way.
Cleanse me deep in the fire
Let me be purified and strengthened through trials and hardships.
I have become pure water
Once again, I have achieved a state of clarity and focus.
I wear my sword at my side
I continue to protect myself against any dangers that may exist in my environment.
I wear my sword at my side
My preparedness for any potential danger remains intact.
I wear my sword at my side
I am always ready for any situation with my trusty weapon by my side.
I have become pure water
Once again, I have cleared away any distractions and obstacles, leaving me better able to handle any challenges.
I have become pure water
My transformation into a pure and focused state remains intact.
I have become pure water
Again, I am free from any impurities or distractions that may hinder my performance or judgment.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Neil Barnes, Paul Daley, Nicole Willis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@dazmiller4315
This tune played an important part in my life in my early 20s.
It Got me thru depression & addiction.
My mum would be proud of me today ❤
@alexstuetzer6624
Good job. Keep rocking life Daz!
@MontecristotoValjean
💪 🖤
@johnlloyd8109
Well done, mate. This one helped me through, too.
@t3rmina7
As i Hide in the shadows Yes Salute
@helen7635
Daz she is proud of you and so am I you did good,😻💓🙏
@getthoseskills4451
Total timeless classic.
Love Leftfield and other electronic and trip hop acts like
Massive Attack, Portishead, Tricky, Unkle, Sneaker Pimps, Atoms For Peace, Allflaws
@violetakrunic9985
🎉❤totally❤🎉
@fortitudevalance8424
“A man gets a job, he becomes a job he becomes what he does, a job. That’s it.” Powerful words.
@dinkthroughball
I've heard this song probably 100 times and it gets better ever time I hear it. That is Leftfield, they have unbelievable lasting power that I really could only say probably say about 5 other acts out there. Anyway, I've hard this song loads and this is just now the first time I've ever seen the video, and this is probably the best video I've ever seen, no bullshit.