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Icarus
Lonely Robot Lyrics
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There must have been a mystery in her eyes
You grow up fast, become a man
And then you have to form a plan
But don't pretend this ever was in sight
You chose to feel responsible for something in the sky
A sense of purpose not to be denied
You used to keep the child withinBut somehow it got lost again
So was it fate or was it foolish pride
Fly towards the sun, keep communications on
We're thinking of you far away
Icarus my friend, we will see you at the end
So hold the course for brighter days
He chose to give his life to us, a calling for mankind
And if you search for him then you may find
A promise now in everyone
The embers of a dying sun
The distant glow he chose to reignite
Fly towards the sun, keep communications on
We're thinking of you far away
Icarus my friend, we will see you at the end
So hold the course for brighter days
Fly towards the sun, keep communications on
We're thinking of you far away
Icarus my friend, we will see you at the end
So hold the course for brighter days
Brighter days
Brighter days
The lyrics of the song "Icarus" by Lonely Robot speaks about a man who feels a sense of responsibility towards something that wasn't even in his control. The song starts with the man reminiscing about the time when his mother left him and how he never felt the difference in her goodbye. However, he feels there was some mystery in her eyes. As he grew up, he formed a plan as he became responsible for something in the sky. He believed in a sense of purpose which he couldn't deny. He had to let go of the child inside of him, and he wonders if it was fate or foolish pride that led him to his current state.
The chorus of the song speaks to the man as if he was Icarus, a Greek mythology figure who flew too close to the sun with wings made of feathers and wax. The chorus encourages him to fly towards the sun and keep communication on. Icarus is promised that his friends are thinking of him, and they will see him at the end so he should hold his course for brighter days. The man in the song chose to give his life to mankind and this act of heroism serves as a promise to everyone of brighter days to come. The embers of a dying sun are reignited with Icarus' sacrifice.
The song speaks of motivation and encouragement. The songwriters are saying to listeners that life can be challenging, but we must keep holding on and keep moving forward. The reference to Icarus is symbolic, as it's a story of risk-taking and not allowing one's faults to get in the way of reaching a goal. Icarus was too ambitious, and his wings made of feathers and wax were unable to withstand his flight's force towards the sun. The song is also about choice and the consequences of our actions. We must assess the risks and weigh them against our desires to achieve our aspirations. Ultimately, the "brighter days" are born from our efforts and sacrifices.
Line by Line Meaning
He never felt the difference when his mother said goodbye
His mother leaving did not affect him at the time; there was something mysterious in her eyes that he didn't understand.
There must have been a mystery in her eyes
Her departure was not just a physical one; he sensed there was something she wasn't telling him in her expression.
You grow up fast, become a man
The passage of time forces you to mature and take on the responsibilities of adulthood.
And then you have to form a plan
You must create a strategy for how to approach the challenges and opportunities that come your way.
But don't pretend this ever was in sight
Although you may have a plan, it is important to recognize that unforeseen circumstances and obstacles will arise.
You chose to feel responsible for something in the sky
He made a conscious decision to take on a mission or task that involved reaching for the stars, whether literal or metaphorical.
A sense of purpose not to be denied
This endeavor had deep significance for him and he was unwavering in his determination to fulfill it.
You used to keep the child within
He used to have a sense of wonder and playfulness that he kept alive, even as an adult.
But somehow it got lost again
Over time, he lost touch with that childlike sense of enthusiasm and optimism.
So was it fate or was it foolish pride
He wonders if his pursuit of this goal was driven by destiny, or if it was a reckless and prideful decision.
Fly towards the sun, keep communications on
As he embarks on this mission, he must continue to communicate with those on Earth and work towards his objective.
We're thinking of you far away
Even though he is far from home, those he left behind are still thinking of and supporting him.
Icarus my friend, we will see you at the end
Those who care about him believe he will accomplish his goal and be reunited with them at the end of his journey.
So hold the course for brighter days
Even in the face of challenges, he must stay the course and keep his eyes on the brighter future he is working towards.
He chose to give his life to us, a calling for mankind
He made a sacrifice for the greater good, dedicating his life to achieving something that would benefit humanity at large.
And if you search for him then you may find
His legacy and impact on the world will endure and can be discovered by those who look for it.
A promise now in everyone
His mission has inspired others and left a promise or potential for greatness in all of us.
The embers of a dying sun
He reignited the dying flames of hope and ambition, bringing renewed life and energy to a fading cause.
The distant glow he chose to reignite
He saw a beacon of hope in the distance and chose to rekindle it, bringing light and inspiration to a dark and seemingly hopeless situation.
Brighter days
The future is filled with promise and hope, and we must work towards creating a better tomorrow.
Writer(s): Mitchell John Cory
Contributed by Adalyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.