Knott's music has not been without controversy in Christian circles, particularly due to profanity in the song "Rocket and a Bomb" (from the self-titled release of his former band Aunt Bettys) and original artwork in that album of Jesus Christ as a bartender.
Knott explained some of his views in an interview with HM Magazine, saying "Basically, I'm a human being and I believe in Christ, period. It doesn't make my life rosy, it doesn't make my life terrible, it doesn't do anything with that. I know Christ."
Michael Knott is also the founder of the now defunct independent record label, Blonde Vinyl Records.
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Candle Killing Light
Michael Knott Lyrics
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Did I cry all night
Can there still be normal seas
When the rig's not right
Candle killing sun
When will you be done
I don't want to be known by anyone
Screaming it's not fair out there
Sometimes I feel like a little child
Screaming it's not fair out there
Candle loving arms
How I love your charms
Forgive me if I've done you any harm
Candle burning on
Till the break of dawn
When this truth cuts free
I'll be dying
Sometimes I feel like a little child
Screaming it's not fair out there
Sometimes I feel like a little child
Screaming it's not fair out there
I'm dying
The song "Candle Killing Light" by Michael Knott speaks about a feeling of inner turmoil and vulnerability. The candle represents the light that illuminates the path of life. The candle dimming light, and candle killing sun are symbolic of the singer's loss of hope and faith. The line "sometimes I feel like a little child screaming it's not fair out there" speaks about the singer's feeling of helplessness, and how they are overwhelmed by the challenges thrown at them by life.
The candle loving arms, signify the refuge that the singer finds in the arms of a loved one. They seek forgiveness if they have caused any harm to someone they hold dear. The final line "when this truth cuts free, I'll be dying" signifies that the singer feels that they will die if the truth of their innermost thoughts and feelings is exposed.
Line by Line Meaning
Candle dimming light
The candle is flickering and gradually losing its brightness
Did I cry all night
I may have shed tears throughout the night
Can there still be normal seas
Is it possible to find peace and tranquility when everything is in disarray?
When the rig's not right
When things aren't functioning efficiently
Candle killing sun
The candle's light is overpowering the warmth from the sun's rays
When will you be done
When will this pain and suffering come to an end?
I don't want to be known by anyone
I feel unworthy and undeserving of attention and recognition
Candle loving arms
The warmth and comfort provided by the light of the candle
How I love your charms
I appreciate the soothing and calming nature of the candle's light
Forgive me if I've done you any harm
I hope the candle does not feel disrespected for the way it is being used
Candle burning on
The candle continues to burn and provide light
Till the break of dawn
Until the sun rises and dispels the darkness
When this truth cuts free
When I am finally able to face the reality of my situation
I'll be dying
I will be forced to confront my own mortality and the harshness of life
Sometimes I feel like a little child
At times, I find myself reverting back to a state of vulnerability and helplessness
Screaming it's not fair out there
Voicing my frustration and indignation at the perceived injustices of the world
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