Sailor
Lowood Lyrics


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Stones are falling from the sky
now my head hurts
I've just opened my eyes
I see a big black cloud sailing
closer and closer

you should keep it to yourself
stranded at my shore
the greatest harbour and an
open door
but there's a big black cloud
hanging over you

you should keep it to yourself

sail away, I know the big black cloud will lead your way

you should keep it to yourself





sailor, sail away
I'll see you around.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Lowood's song Sailor seem to describe a sense of foreboding and darkness, possibly alluding to impending danger or change in the singer's life. The opening lines of "Stones are falling from the sky, now my head hurts" evoke feelings of chaos and confusion, as though things are falling apart around the singer. As the black cloud approaches, there is a sense of impending doom or danger that the singer advises others to keep to themselves. This could be interpreted as a warning against speaking of the darkness, as though speaking it aloud would somehow make it more real.


The line "stranded at my shore, the greatest harbour and an open door" could be seen as a metaphor for being trapped in a good situation, or possibly feeling trapped in one's own comfort. The big black cloud "hanging over you" could be interpreted as a burden or weight that is holding the singer back or causing them to feel trapped. Despite this, the song encourages the sailor to "sail away", suggesting that sometimes the best course of action is to leave even the most secure situations and follow the dark cloud, wherever it may lead.


Overall, Sailor by Lowood is a deeply introspective and poetic song that speaks to the human condition, our fears and hopes, and the unknown that we face every day. It is a complex and layered piece of music that rewards repeat listens and careful consideration.


Line by Line Meaning

Stones are falling from the sky
There are problems raining down on me from all angles


now my head hurts
These issues are causing pain and discomfort in my life


I've just opened my eyes
I am finally seeing the truth about my situation


I see a big black cloud sailing
I see potential trouble that is approaching


closer and closer
It is getting increasingly nearer


you should keep it to yourself
Don't burden others with your problems


stranded at my shore
I am feeling stuck and unable to move on


the greatest harbour and an
Despite having a great opportunity before me, there is still trouble looming


open door
An opportunity for a fresh start exists, but it is being overshadowed by problems


but there's a big black cloud
There is still danger and uncertainty in my future


hanging over you
This danger is lingering and impacting my life


sail away, I know the big black cloud will lead your way
Even if you leave, your problems will follow you


sailor, sail away
I encourage you to leave and start fresh


I'll see you around
I hope to cross paths with you again in the future




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