The Light
Mirah & The Black Cat Orchestra Lyrics
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A work sore hand to catch some rain
It turns up empty, all is dry
And all you ever wanted was some rain
Was some rain
If heaven is the future
Why is it that that you refuse to go
You really should do more than just complain
Just complain
Such a rotten taste
Is left when you don't think to say that
It's just such a sorry waste
To take the easy way out of the pain
Of the pain
When the end shines from the deep
And all the hate and all the hell that history has released
Would tremble before your valor if you'd
Just get down on your knees
And promise to all your children true
That you will live in peace
Where's the light to shine on me
Oh, send me something, send me please
Cleanse my body, close my eyes
I'm naked and prepared to die
In the starry atmosphere
When all the questions disappear
And pressure with a salty taste
Exalts the tears that soak your face
The first verse of the song is about a sense of disappointment and hopelessness in life. The lyricist suggests trying to catch rain with a sore hand, which is a useless task, and alludes to the idea that despite our efforts, sometimes life just doesn't give us what we want. The second verse is a call to action, urging the listener to make the most of their time on earth and not just complain about their circumstances. The third verse is a bit darker, with the lyricist contemplating death and the unknown, asking for some kind of spiritual guidance or comfort.
The chorus ties everything together with a message of hope and peace. The lyricist suggests that if we can overcome the hate and pain of history and promise to live in peace, we can bring light into our lives and the world around us. The final verse is a bit more mystical, with the lyricist asking for transcendence and release from the pressures and questions of life.
Overall, the song seems to be a meditation on the struggles and disappointments of life, but also a call to action to make the most of our time on earth and work towards a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
What's the use of holding out
Questioning the purpose of waiting for something in vain
A work sore hand to catch some rain
Trying hard to achieve something, yet failing to do so
It turns up empty, all is dry
Feeling disappointed as nothing seems to go as planned
And all you ever wanted was some rain
Desiring something simple, yet unattainable
Was some rain
Repeating the idea that the character only wishes for rain
If heaven is the future
Pondering on the idea of an afterlife
Why is it that that you refuse to go
Questioning the character's reluctance to move on from life
There now with all you have
Suggesting that the character has achieved all that they could in life
You really should do more than just complain
Encouraging the character to take action instead of just complaining
Just complain
Repeating the importance of taking action instead of merely complaining
Such a rotten taste
Comparing the feeling of regret to a bad taste in the mouth
Is left when you don't think to say that
Feeling regretful when one realizes they haven't expressed their true feelings
It's just such a sorry waste
Expressing disappointment about wasted opportunities
To take the easy way out of the pain
Acknowledging the temptation to avoid difficult situations
Of the pain
Reiterating the idea of avoiding problems out of fear or laziness
When the end shines from the deep
Describing the feeling of hopelessness that comes with the end of one's life
And all the hate and all the hell that history has released
Reflecting on the harsh realities of society
Would tremble before your valor if you'd
Encouraging people to stand up for what they believe in
Just get down on your knees
Urging people to be humble and seek guidance
And promise to all your children true
Encouraging parents to think about future generations
That you will live in peace
Expressing the desire for a peaceful world for all to live in
Where's the light to shine on me
Asking for guidance or hope in a difficult situation
Oh, send me something, send me please
Pleading for assistance or support
Cleanse my body, close my eyes
Desiring a peaceful end to life
I'm naked and prepared to die
Acknowledging that death is inevitable
In the starry atmosphere
Describing a poetic image of the afterlife
When all the questions disappear
Looking forward to a time of clarity and understanding
And pressure with a salty taste
Describing the emotional weight of intense moments
Exalts the tears that soak your face
Acknowledging the raw emotion that comes with difficult experiences
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ERIC L MILLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Cian Wu
thank you, so much, from Argentina.