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May I Refuse Lyrics

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The street is open at your feet
Hiding sights, hiding thoughts
And the cars lights disappear
And the things are no more coloured.

All the city is sleeping
And the people too.

And the city is sleeping
And the lights are fading away
Oh, the people are dreaming
And I'm dreaming too.

All the city is sleeping
And the people too.

Step by step you are going away from world

Walking into the breath of god
Closer to your own self.

Overall Meaning

In "Steps," May I Refuse describes a city at night that is quiet and peaceful. The first stanza speaks of the street being open at the listener's feet, with the sights and thoughts of the day hiding away. The lights of cars disappear as if in some sort of enchantment and the city takes on a blander color. The second stanza continues this theme of quietness, where the city and its people are in a state of slumber. The lights of the city are slowly fading away, and the people are lost in their dreams. The last stanza speaks to the listener, describing them stepping away from the world, closer to God and their own true self.

This song's lyrics paint a picture of a tranquil, mystical environment in a city. The peaceful environment can transport the listener to a heightened state of peace and self-reflection. By meditating on the lyrics, the listener can be encouraged to step back from the busyness of life to reconnect with their soul, the divine, and cultivate inner peace.

Line by Line Meaning

The street is open at your feet
You are standing on an empty street with endless possibilities

Hiding sights, hiding thoughts
You can't see anything and your mind is wandering with questions

And the cars lights disappear
The few remaining cars on the road fade into the distance

And the things are no more coloured.
The world around you feels dull and lifeless

All the city is sleeping
The entire city is quiet and still

And the city is sleeping
The city is peaceful and devoid of life

And the lights are fading away
The lights around you are slowly dimming and fading

Oh, the people are dreaming
Everyone is lost in their own dreams and thoughts

And I'm dreaming too.
You too are lost, dreaming about something far away

Step by step you are going away from world
You are slowly distancing yourself from the real world

Walking into the breath of god
You are venturing into a spiritual realm, guided by a holy presence