Pendulum
Mary Gospe Lyrics


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I feel its pulse beating, pendulum
Swinging slowly but steady, pendulum
By now I should be ready
For the pandemonium
Now that the pendulum has begun

It feeds on emotion, pendulum
One moment elation, pendulum
The next, desperation
From a story that’s been spun
This illusion of fear serves no one

So can we just be still for a while?
Float on calm waters?
Can we just relax for a while?
Give in to trust? Surrender to love?
Give in to trust? Surrender to love?
Ahhhh

You say you are fine, pendulum
But I can read between the lines, pendulum
So scared of scarcity
Worried for what may come
You know you can’t control anyone, but yourself

So can we just be still for a while? Float on calm waters?
Can we just relax for a while?
Give in to trust? Surrender to love?Give in to trust? Surrender to love?

Surrender, surrender, surrender to love Surrender to love
Surrender, surrender, surrender to love Surrender to love
Oohhh, oohhh

Help me slow it down now, pendulum
Stop the oscillation, pendulum




Let it come to rest, in quiet equilibrium
Peaceful and calm, pendulum

Overall Meaning

In "Pendulum" by Mary Gospe, the lyrics explore the concept of finding inner peace and surrendering to love amidst the chaos and uncertainty of life. The singer acknowledges the steady, rhythmic swing of the pendulum, symbolizing the constant ebb and flow of emotions and experiences. Despite feeling unprepared for the pandemonium that the pendulum brings, there is a recognition that it is fueled by emotions, with moments of elation and desperation.


The lyrics encourage a moment of stillness and relaxation, a call to float on calm waters and release the need for control. The singer addresses someone who claims to be fine, but can see through their facade, recognizing their fear of scarcity and worry for the future. The message conveyed is that one cannot control others, but can control their own actions and responses.


Line by Line Meaning

I feel its pulse beating, pendulum
I am aware of the rhythm and energy of the pendulum


Swinging slowly but steady, pendulum
It moves steadily and with a measured pace


By now I should be ready
I should be prepared by now


For the pandemonium
For the chaos or frenzy


Now that the pendulum has begun
Now that this pattern has started


It feeds on emotion, pendulum
It thrives on emotions and reactions


One moment elation, pendulum
One moment of joy or excitement


The next, desperation
Then followed by despair or hopelessness


From a story that’s been spun
Caused by a narrative that has been created


This illusion of fear serves no one
This false perception of fear is not beneficial to anyone


So can we just be still for a while? Float on calm waters?
Can we take a moment to find peace and tranquility?


Can we just relax for a while?
Can we simply unwind and let go for a bit?


Give in to trust? Surrender to love?
Can we allow ourselves to trust and embrace love?


You say you are fine, pendulum
You claim to be okay, but the pendulum tells a different story


But I can read between the lines, pendulum
I can perceive the underlying emotions and thoughts


So scared of scarcity
So fearful of lack or scarcity


Worried for what may come
Anxious about the future


You know you can’t control anyone, but yourself
You understand that you can only control yourself


Surrender, surrender, surrender to love Surrender to love
Let go, give in, and embrace love fully


Help me slow it down now, pendulum
Assist me in slowing down and finding balance


Stop the oscillation, pendulum
Bring an end to the back and forth motion


Let it come to rest, in quiet equilibrium
Allow it to settle down in a state of calm and balance


Peaceful and calm, pendulum
Tranquil and serene, like a pendulum at rest




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MARY GOSPE

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