Glow
Little Dragon Damon Albarn Lyrics
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Entangled by our first glance
We glowing
In a desert fire
Saving nothing from the past
Just glowing
I'm tripping into space, radiating love
In darkness I feel snug
Slow glowing
Glowing in the dark
Finding streams of stars to taste
Roll me out like moonlight
On a still, black, lonesome lake
Taken in by the night
Empty, elevated place
Glowing in the dark
To find the streams of stars to taste
By the way I wish I'd been
There for you
When the northern lights (northern lights, northern lights)
Got brighter
Yet, it was not like that
Not like that, not like that (not like that)
My world was enslaved
Under the spell
Of the eyes that paralyze
Looking at the fairy lights
Strung up around the door
That we've all fallen through in December
The envoys of the palace sip the poison world
That has been drunk dry
This winter I'm singing
Under the spell
Of the eyes that paralyze me
How will I come down?
Will I ever come back
Still glowin'
In lightness may the fall
Put me straight on the path
Unfolding
Unravel these ways
I'm ready to cast away
Yes, glowing
In a desert fire
Nothing left and nothing saved
Glowing in the dark
Finding streams of stars to taste
Roll me out like moonlight
On a clear, black, lonesome lake
Taken home by the night
Empty elevated place
Hm, hm, hm
Glowing in the dark
Find the streams of stars to taste
To taste
To taste
In the song "Glow" by Little Dragon and Damon Albarn, the lyrics evoke a sense of enchantment, desire, and longing. The song captures the feeling of being lost in a moment, driven by an intense connection with someone else.
The opening lines, "Sunset we fold, entangled by our first glance," suggest a powerful attraction that immediately captivates both individuals involved. They are described as "glowing," a metaphor for the intense emotions they are experiencing. The desert fire symbolizes the passion and intensity of their connection, as well as their willingness to let go of past baggage and embrace the present moment.
The following lines, "I'm tripping into space, radiating love, in darkness I feel snug, turn me into lightning bug, slow glowing," further emphasize the overwhelming nature of their emotions. The singer is completely consumed by love, feeling as if they are floating in space. The desire to be transformed into a lightning bug suggests a yearning to become luminous and ephemeral, symbolizing the desire to exist in a heightened state of love and joy.
Throughout the song, the theme of glowing in the dark and finding streams of stars to taste represents a search for something extraordinary and otherworldly. It conveys the longing for a deeper, transcendent experience and a sense of connectivity with the universe. The image of being rolled out like moonlight on a still, black, lonesome lake portrays a yearning for serenity and calm amidst the chaos of the world.
The verse that states, "By the way I wish I'd been there for you when the northern lights got brighter" suggests a sense of regret or missed opportunity. The singer yearns to have been present during a moment of magnificence and beauty, highlighting their desire to share those cherished experiences with someone they care about.
Continuing on, the lyrics describe being under the spell of someone's captivating gaze, an enchantment that paralyzes the singer. This imagery conjures the idea of being completely mesmerized and unable to resist the allure and power of another person. The reference to fairy lights and the palace implies a sense of enchantment and being lost in a surreal and magical world.
The closing lines of the song depict a willingness to surrender and let go, with the hope of finding clarity and a new direction. The singer embraces the fall, ready to cast away old ways and embark on a new path. The repeated mentions of glowing in a desert fire and the phrase "nothing left and nothing saved" convey a sense of liberation and starting anew.
Overall, "Glow" explores themes of intense attraction, longing, and the desire for transcendence. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of being engulfed by powerful emotions, seeking connection with others and the universe, and ultimately striving for personal growth and transformation.
Line by Line Meaning
Sunset we fold
As the sun sets, we embrace each other
Entangled by our first glance
Our souls intertwine as we lock eyes for the first time
We glowing
We are filled with a radiant and vibrant energy
In a desert fire
Amidst the challenges and difficulties of life
Saving nothing from the past
We let go of any baggage or regrets from our past
Just glowing
Simply radiating with love and positivity
I'm tripping into space, radiating love
I am lost in a euphoric state, spreading love to those around me
In darkness I feel snug
In the midst of darkness or uncertainty, I find comfort
Turn me into lightning bug
Transform me into a source of light and enchantment
Slow glowing
Gradually emitting a warm and gentle glow
Glowing in the dark
Shining brightly amidst the obscurity and challenges
Finding streams of stars to taste
Discovering experiences of wonder and delight
Roll me out like moonlight
Unfurl my essence like the soft glow of moonlight
On a still, black, lonesome lake
In a serene and lonely environment
Taken in by the night
Fully immersed in the embrace of the darkness
Empty, elevated place
A space devoid of distractions, where one's spirit ascends
By the way I wish I'd been
Reflecting on missed opportunities and regrets
There for you
Being present and supportive in your time of need
When the northern lights (northern lights, northern lights)
During moments of awe and transcendence
Got brighter
Became even more breathtaking and captivating
Yet, it was not like that
However, reality was different
Not like that, not like that (not like that)
Contrary to what was expected or hoped for
My world was enslaved
My existence was trapped and constrained
Under the spell
Subjected to the influence and power
Of the eyes that paralyze
Of a gaze that immobilizes and captivates
Looking at the fairy lights
Gazing at the enchanting and magical illumination
Strung up around the door
Hanging decoratively near the entrance
That we've all fallen through in December
That we have all experienced and been affected by during winter
The envoys of the palace sip the poison world
Influential figures indulge in and perpetuate a toxic environment
That has been drunk dry
That has been exhausted and depleted
This winter I'm singing
During this season of cold and darkness, I find solace in song
How will I come down?
How will I return to a state of normalcy or calmness?
Will I ever come back
Will I ever regain the same sense of self and contentment?
Still glowin'
Continuing to radiate with warmth and vibrancy
In lightness may the fall
May the descent be filled with grace and ease
Put me straight on the path
Guide me towards the right direction
Unfolding
Unraveling and revealing
Unravel these ways
Undoing past patterns and habits
I'm ready to cast away
I am prepared to let go and release
Yes, glowing
Indeed, shining brightly
Nothing left and nothing saved
No remnants or reserves remain
To find the streams of stars to taste
To seek out and savor moments of transcendence and wonder
Hm, hm, hm
Expressions of introspection and contemplation
To taste
To fully experience and appreciate
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Damon Albarn, Erik Bodin, Fredrik Wallin, Hakan Wirenstrand, Yukimi Nagano
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@airchompz
Sunset we fold
Entangled by our first glance
We glowing
In a desert fire
Saving nothing from the past
Just glowing
I'm tripping into space, radiating love
In darkness I feel snug
Turn me into lightning bug
Slow glowing
Glowing in the dark
Finding streams of stars to taste
Roll me out like moonlight
On a still, black, lonesome lake
Taken in by the night
Empty, elevated place
Glowing in the dark to find the streams of stars to taste
By the way I wish I'd been
There for you
When the northern lights
Got brighter
Yet, it was not like that
Not like that
Not like that
Not like that
My world was enslaved
Under the spell
Of the eyes that paralyse
Looking at the fairy lights
Strung up around the door
That we've all fallen through in December
The envoys of the palace sip the poison world
That has been drunk dry
This winter I'm singing
Under the spell
Of the eyes that paralyse me
How will I come down
Will I ever come back
Still glowin'
In lightness may the fall
Put me straight on the path
Unfolding
Unravel these ways
I'm ready to cast away
Yes, glowing
In a desert fire
Nothing left and nothing saved
Glowing in the dark
Finding streams of stars to taste
Roll me out like moonlight
On a clear, black, lonesome lake
Taken home by the night
Empty elevated place
Glowing in the dark, find the streams of stars to taste
To taste
To taste
@pastelpatterns
YOOOOOOOO, DAMON AND LITTLE DRAGON
@sealiondaydream
Itโs happened before! Empire Ants & To Binge are both incredible Gorillaz songs that feature Little Dragon!
@pastelpatterns
@@sealiondaydream Ik, Empire Ants is one of the best songs ever made
@thelevelsoflovepodcast
I remember finding little dragon on the song Empire ants by The Gorillaz. That made me search for their stuff on a music blog and I've been in love with their material ever since. It's truly a thing of beauty to watch it all come full circle with this song.
@6kine6tic67
Wow empire antz is such a classic.
@manishadhikary2876
Same bruh!
@nehemiahperez494
Empire ants stays in my yt playlist
@anabell7184
woohoo when i feel heavy metal
@clumsiii
you all ever heard Teeth Agency? Member of Gorrilaz personal band. Song you don't see me at all is rad
@doomtoken
My two favorite vocalists, two favorite bands. I cherish each and every one of your collabs.