Phoenix
Lovely Dark Lyrics

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I could go for a rebirth
Rise up fast like a phoenix bird
Hand through dirt, I'll unearth my resolve
From a nest of frankincense
I'll recount every moment spent
One for every scar
Every hair grayed

A coat of arms over all of us
Branches to branches, and dust to dust

Come find me out from my heartbeat
Can't keep it calm in the dark
Come find me out from my heartbeat
Can't keep it calm in the dark
Calm in the dark
Calm in the dark

The dawn breaks and the night yields
Bloodied beaks over wheat fields
Captive by the feathers on display
Be the queen of my escape
I'll be your saving cup of grace
We'll find some way to overtake them all

A coat of arms over all of us
Branches to branches, and dust to dust

Come find me out from my heartbeat
Can't keep it calm in the dark
Come find me out from my heartbeat
Can't keep it calm in the dark

Calm in the dark
Calm in the dark

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Phoenix" by Lovely Dark tell a story of rebirth, overcoming challenges, and finding strength within oneself. The singer desires to be reborn, rising up like a phoenix from the ashes of their past. They are determined to unearth their resolve and recount every moment spent, including the scars and gray hairs earned along the way. The reference to frankincense and the incorporation of bird imagery adds a mystical and ancient element to the song.

The chorus speaks to a desire to be found by someone, to have them come and pull the singer out of the darkness they find themselves in. The singer confesses that they can't keep calm in the dark, but with the help of the other person, they can find a way to overcome their fears and doubts.

The second verse paints a picture of a bloody battle, with birds of prey fighting over wheat fields. Despite the violence, there is a glimmer of hope in the form of the queen of the singer's escape. This queen, possibly a love interest or a symbol of strength, will help the singer find a way to overcome their adversaries and take control.

Overall, "Phoenix" is a song about resilience and the journey to find the strength within ourselves to overcome obstacles and rise above our past.

Line by Line Meaning

I could go for a rebirth
I want to start again, to be born anew

Rise up fast like a phoenix bird
I want to rise quickly from the ashes of my past self and transform, taking on new life and power like the legendary bird the Phoenix

Hand through dirt, I'll unearth my resolve
I will dig deep, get my hands dirty if necessary, to find and reveal my inner strength and determination

From a nest of frankincense
I will rise from a place of fragrant offerings and healing, a sanctuary where I can take refuge and find solace

I'll recount every moment spent
I will remember each experience, good or bad, that has led me to where I am now

One for every scar
I will remember every wound and every learning experience it brought me

Every hair grayed
I'll keep count of every trial and tribulation that has aged me and formed my character

A coat of arms over all of us
We are united by a family emblem that also symbolizes our collective strength and purpose

Branches to branches, and dust to dust
We are connected, interdependent, and will eventually return to the earth we came from

Come find me out from my heartbeat
Follow the rhythm of my heart and you'll find me, the truest version of myself

Can't keep it calm in the dark
I'm restless, anxious and seeking to escape the darkness that's holding me down

The dawn breaks and the night yields
A new day is dawning and the darkness and fears that once held me back are starting to fade

Bloodied beaks over wheat fields
The violence of reality can be seen everywhere, even in the mundane peace of a field of wheat

Captive by the feathers on display
I'm attracted and mesmerized by the appearance, the external beauty of my surroundings rather than what truly matters

Be the queen of my escape
I need to take control, be my own ruler, and lead myself towards freedom and liberation

I'll be your saving cup of grace
I'll offer you solace, safety, and the help you need to escape as well

We'll find some way to overtake them all
Together, we'll find a way to defeat our enemies, the obstacles that stand in the way of our dreams and aspirations

Calm in the dark
Despite the chaos and uncertainty, I'll find peace within myself and stay grounded

Calm in the dark
In the midst of challenges and turmoil, I'll remain composed and focused

Contributed by Aaliyah I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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