They released their first EP "In Tension" in 2007. The four track EP was re-released in 2011 through Mexican Summer and licensed to Cooperative Music
The self-titled début album has been released in May 2012.
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Shallow Tears
Light Asylum Lyrics
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You were born out of this darkness and light
To this world with a thorn stuck in your side
I'm a girl, you're a boy, we're left outside
And will, will you meet me by the river's edge
as i lay low down my head?
until ... hold to thy breast
Just to be there in my dreams.
And I found honey dripping from the sun
Will you be my one and only star tonight?
In the sea, you're the one that shone so bright
I'm ... will you meet me by the river's edge?
as i lay low down my head
Until they hold to thy breast
will you drown me in shallow tears?
No, don't go away, a way!
No, don't go away, away!
No, don't go away, away!
No, don't go away, away!
The lyrics to Light Asylum's song "Shallow Tears" evoke a sense of longing and connection amidst a world full of darkness and division. The first two lines describe the contrast between black and white lightning, suggesting the duality that exists within everyone. The singer is someone who was born into this contradictory world with a "thorn stuck in [their] side."
The chorus reveals the singer's ultimate desire: to be with the person they're addressing, to meet them by the river's edge and be held close by them. The imagery of holding someone to the breast suggests a deep intimacy and protectiveness, while the concept of drowning in shallow tears expresses the emotional intensity of their desire. The repeated refrain of "No, don't go away" adds to the feeling of urgency and desperation.
The second verse introduces the idea of the singer searching for someone, finding "honey dripping from the sun." This metaphorical language suggests an almost mystical connection with the other person, who is compared to a shining star. In the sea of darkness, they are the one bright light that the singer is drawn to.
Overall, the song portrays a yearning for closeness and understanding in a world that can feel isolating and confusing. It's a powerful expression of the desire for connection, and the fear of losing it.
Line by Line Meaning
Like a storm, lightning striking black and white
You're a force of nature, throwing light into the dark recesses of this world, revealing beauty and ugliness in equal measure.
You were born out of this darkness and light
You embody both sides of the human experience – light and dark – and feel the tension between the two intensely.
To this world with a thorn stuck in your side
You feel weighed down by the brokenness and pain of the world, like a sharp thorn piercing your flesh.
I'm a girl, you're a boy, we're left outside
We share a sense of feeling like outsiders, disconnected from the mainstream and its expectations of us.
And will, will you meet me by the river's edge
as i lay low down my head?
Will you be there for me when I'm at my lowest, offering comfort and support in a world that can be cold and unforgiving?
until ... hold to thy breast
Just to be there in my dreams.
Even if we can't be physically together, I want to hold you close and be with you in the realm of dreams.
On that day I was searching for the one
And I found honey dripping from the sun
I was searching for a sense of purpose or meaning in life, and I found it in the simple pleasures and joys that can be overlooked amidst the darkness.
Will you be my one and only star tonight?
In the sea, you're the one that shone so bright
You're the one who brings light and hope into my life, shining bright amidst the vastness of the unknown.
I'm ... will you meet me by the river's edge?
as i lay low down my head
Until they hold to thy breast
will you drown me in shallow tears?
I'm reaching out to you again, asking if you'll be there for me in my moments of vulnerability, even if it means shedding tears over the surface-level pain and sadness of our daily lives.
No, don't go away, a way!
No, don't go away, away!
No, don't go away, away!
No, don't go away, away!
Please don't leave me, even when it's tough and we're faced with challenges. Let's stay together and face the world as a team.
Contributed by Kylie L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@quinntriesstayingalive4728
Like a storm, lightning striking black and white
You were born out of this darkness and light
To this world with a thorn stuck in your side
I'm a girl, you're a boy, we're left outside
And will, will you meet me by the river's edge
as i lay low down my head?
until ... hold to thy breast
Just to be there in my dreams.
On that day I was searching for the one
And I found honey dripping from the sun
Will you be my one and only star tonight?
In the sea, you're the one that shone so bright
I'm ... will you meet me by the river's edge?
as i lay low down my head
Until they hold to thy breast
will you drown me in shallow tears?
No, don't go away, a way!
No, don't go away, away!
No, don't go away, away!
No, don't go away, away!
@stevetsek
Russian Doll sent me here !!! Breathtaking voice and song...
Like a storm, lightning striking black and white
You were born out of this darkness and light
To this world with a thorn stuck in your side
I'm a girl, you're a boy, we're left outside
And will, will you meet me by the river's edge
as i lay low down my head?
until ... hold to thy breast
Just to be there in my dreams.
On that day I was searching for the one
And I found honey dripping from the sun
Will you be my one and only star tonight?
In the sea, you're the one that shone so bright
I'm ... will you meet me by the river's edge?
as i lay low down my head
Until they hold to thy breast
will you drown me in shallow tears?
No, don't go away, a way!
No, don't go away, away!
No, don't go away, away!
No, don't go away, away!
@TEKMusicWench
I feel angry with myself for not discovering Light Asylum sooner, but I'll make up for it by loving them unconditionally.
@mellowmood9
Hey, you really discovered much earlier.
I found this 10 year later
@sm00thsm00chable5
Did you try Depeche Mode?
@Buster_Boone
I just now discovered them last night through the show Russian Doll lol. Shocked this is so old with such little views, this is 1 of the best most unique videos I've even seen, that baby was a brilliant idea. Next level talent, became an instant fan. Wow!
@alexythimia7
I heard this track ages ago, and today i was on a mission to find it again. I couldn't remember the name at all, literally spent about 3 hours obsessing over this until i found it, so happy i did. love it so much
@paddyoclown
@meryseconde283
Each time I hear her voice, it moves me. What a voice.
@MidnightSvshi
I can't beleive this is a song that was made post 2010. So happy there are contemporary bands making this style of music
@froogsleegs
this kind of stuff tends to be underground. harder to find
@eleanorfitz2143
If only I could find 100 more songs like this! Just incredibly beautiful, strong, and never gets old for me.