Moon City
Merci Raines Lyrics
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We want it all or none
Scratch, fight
Never the steady ones
Uncaged
A flame growing wild inside
Flood rains couldn't put out this fire
One high, and one low
Neither leading where we're going to
They say there's somewhere
And tonight we don't care
What we're running from
We go up down, unbound
Land in Moon city (mm)
Where some come to find themselves
Some come to dig a grave
Sundown
Nighthounds
Loud in Moon city (mm)
Sometimes to light it up
You've gotta fade away
Time slows
Like we're inside a spell
Feels like a freedom we've never felt
Untamed, we got nothing to hide
Love, rage
Everything's bound to rise
They say there's two roads
One high, and one low
Neither leading where we're going to
They say there's somewhere
And tonight we don't care
What we're running from
We go up down, unbound
Land in Moon city (mm)
Where some come to find themselves
Some come to dig a grave
Sundown
Nighthounds
Loud in Moon city (mm)
Sometimes to light it up
You've gotta fade away
Whoa
We go up down, unbound
Land in Moon city (mm)
Where some come to find themselves
Some come to dig a grave
Sundown
Nighthounds
Loud in Moon city (mm)
Sometimes to light it up
You've gotta fade away
Time slows
Like we're inside a spell
Feels like a freedom we've never felt
Untamed, we got nothing to hide
Love, rage
Everything's bound to rise
They say there's two roads
One high, and one low
Neither leading where we're going to
They say there's somewhere
And tonight we don't care
What we're running from
We go up down, unbound
Land in Moon city (mm)
Where some come to find themselves
Some come to dig a grave
Sundown
Nighthounds
Loud in Moon city (mm)
Sometimes to light it up
You've gotta fade away
Whoa
We go up down, unbound
Land in Moon city (mm)
Where some come to find themselves
Some come to dig a grave
Sundown
Nighthounds
Loud in Moon city (mm)
Sometimes to light it up
You've gotta fade away
The song "Moon City" by Merci Raines is an anthem about embracing one's wild nature and rejecting the expectations and limitations imposed by society. The opening lines, "Black, white / We want it all or none / Scratch, fight / Never the steady ones" convey a desire for something more than a mundane existence, and a willingness to fight for it. The second verse reveals that the characters in the song are on a journey, unsure of where they are headed, but determined to find their own path.
The chorus, which repeats the phrase "We go up down, unbound / Land in Moon city" suggests that the characters have found a place where they can be themselves, a place where they are free to explore and express their true nature. For some, Moon City is a place of self-discovery, while for others it is a place of endings. The line "Where some come to find themselves / Some come to dig a grave" suggests that Moon City is a place of extremes, where people can either become who they were meant to be or succumb to their darker impulses.
The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing that Moon City is a destination that can be reached by anyone who is willing to embrace their inner wildness, regardless of the consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Black, white
We are only focused on extreme opposites and don't consider the middle ground.
We want it all or none
We feel that we deserve everything or nothing at all.
Scratch, fight
We are always competing and trying to come out on top.
Never the steady ones
We are always restless and constantly seeking change.
Uncaged
We refuse to be confined by anyone or anything.
A flame growing wild inside
Our passion and desire burns intensely and uncontrollably.
Flood rains couldn't put out this fire
Our energy and drive cannot be extinguished by any obstacle.
They say there's two roads
People often speak of only two options, but we don't believe in limiting ourselves to just those.
One high, and one low
The options presented are vastly different from one another.
Neither leading where we're going to
None of the options are suitable for where we want to end up.
They say there's somewhere
There is a perceived destination or goal people believe exists.
And tonight we don't care
For now, we are unconcerned with where we are headed.
What we're running from
We are moving forward, away from something that doesn't serve us.
We go up down, unbound
We are free to move in all directions and explore new paths without restrictions.
Land in Moon city (mm)
We arrive at our destination, the place we've been seeking out called Moon City.
Where some come to find themselves
People visit Moon City to discover their true selves.
Some come to dig a grave
Others come to leave behind their former selves and start anew.
Sundown
As the sun sets, the environment changes.
Nighthounds
The nightlife in Moon City can be intense and unpredictable.
Loud in Moon city (mm)
Moon City is bustling and full of life, with people and activity everywhere.
Sometimes to light it up
In order to find what we're looking for, we sometimes need to take risks and be bold.
You've gotta fade away
Sometimes we need to let go of our past selves and make way for the new.
Time slows
The passage of time seems to move more slowly whilst in Moon City.
Like we're inside a spell
It feels like we're under a magical enchantment that has put everything into slow motion.
Feels like a freedom we've never felt
Being in Moon City is liberating and unlike anything we've ever experienced.
Untamed, we got nothing to hide
We are unafraid to embrace our true selves and let our wildness out, hiding nothing.
Love, rage
Every emotion is heightened, particularly love and anger.
Everything's bound to rise
We are confident that everything we strive towards will ultimately come to fruition.
Whoa
An expression of certain emotions we feel in Moon City.
Writer(s): Andrew Horowitz, Eric Leva, Elliot Jacobson, Raine Landry, Chris Leon
Contributed by Eliana M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Chiara Turato
I’m obsessed!! Thanks for creating such amazing music always 💕🦇😽
Nicole
It's so rare I find a band or musician who I love instantly. Usually I have to listen a few times until it gently grows on me. You? NOPE! I just went straight to 'I NEED MORE OF YOU IN MY EARS'
Hope to see more of you in future 👌🤗
Merci Raines
aw I'm the same way so means a lot 🖤
amandioca *
Quando vc escuta só uma música mas sabe que todas as outras vão ser tão incríveis quanto a que vc ouviu
Richard Henle
Love your music and visuals its the perfect total package! Such inspirational and cinematic feels to your work LOVE IT!!! :-)
Anakichi
You're so unbelievably underrated, I found this by accident and I've never fallen so quickly in love with a song before ❤️
SEMA NAMİ
I heard this song 3 years ago, I'm so obsessed with this song, I was so sad when you deleted the video. I'm so happy right now.
özge
i heard you too 1.5 years ago, im so obsessed with this girl. in so sad too you didnt sing me this song. hopefully i will be happy soon too.
SEMA NAMİ
@özge we will sing this song baby, i promise. And you will be finally happy. <3
Abhishek 291101
I love your songs it's just satisfaction ❤️❤️