Light
ODESZA/Little Dragon Lyrics
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If I reach the light, I'm okay
If I reach the light of day now
On my way
If I reach the light of day now
If I reach the light, I'm okay
If I reach the light of day now
Somewhere on my way
If I reach the light, I'm okay
If I reach the light of day now
If I reach the light, I'm okay
(If I reach the light, I'm okay)
If I reach the light of day now
If I reach the light, I'm okay
If I reach the light of day now
If I reach the light, I'm okay
If I reach the light of day now
Somewhere on my way
If I reach the light, I'm okay
(If I reach the light, I'm okay)
(Bye Jimmy)
(Bye-bye)
(Bye) (bye)
(Say goodbye to everybody)
(Bye)
(Say, "bye mommy")
(No)
(Bye mommy)
(Say, "See ya later, alligator") (see ya later, alligator)
The lyrics to ODESZA/Little Dragon's song "Light" are a simple repetition of the same phrase -- "If I reach the light of day now, I'm okay," with some variations sprinkled in. The lyrics evoke a sense of hope and determination, suggesting that so long as the singer can reach the light, they'll be alright. The repetition of the phrase adds to the feeling of urgency and persistence, as if the singer is determined to reach this light no matter what obstacles may come their way.
The final lines of the song take a surprising turn, breaking from the repetition to offer some spoken dialogue between two people. It's unclear who these people are or what their relationship to the singer is, but it adds an intriguing layer of complexity to the song. The dialogue suggests that the singer is not alone in their journey towards the light, and that there are other people in their life who are saying goodbye before they continue on their way.
Overall, the lyrics to "Light" are open to interpretation and could be read in a variety of ways. Some listeners may hear it as a simple song about perseverance and hope, while others may pick up on more nuanced themes like the importance of support and connection in difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
If I reach the light of day now
If I can finally make it through my struggles and reach the end of the tunnel
If I reach the light, I'm okay
If I can overcome my obstacles and reach success, I will be content
On my way
I am continuing on my journey towards my goal
Somewhere on my way
I am still progressing towards my goal, even if I am not sure of my exact location
(Bye Jimmy)
A farewell to a loved one named Jimmy
(Bye-bye)
A goodbye to someone or something
(Bye) (bye)
Repeated farewells as the singer parts ways with different people or things
(Say goodbye to everybody)
Someone urges the artist to say goodbye to everyone they are leaving behind
(Say, "bye mommy")
A message directed at a child to say goodbye to their mother
(No)
The child resists saying goodbye to their mother
(Say, "See ya later, alligator") (see ya later, alligator)
A playful way of saying goodbye with a rhyming phrase
Lyrics Β© MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Clayton Knight, Harrison Mills, Olafur Arnalds
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@RichTake
Why are so many people complaining about Little Dragon's front woman's voice?
She has such a unique tone. Just the tone itself gives me chills. I love it.
@sarahnicoleee917
***** I think she's an acquired taste...like wasabi.
@MrFeyerwire
+OptimistHunter Reel This colab is the stuff of my wildest dreams. Odesza who came out my Alma Mater and my number one favorite band of all time "Little Dragon". I understand the aquired taste thing with her voice, but once you get it you feel like you have discovered heaven and nobody else sees it.
@Yrakoy
+MrFeyerwire completely agree with you.
@suddenmusic23
agree with u....
@MegaGliders
It's my favorite now. So beautiful.
@axel0c
I like Odesza from most of their older work but damn, Yukimi (Little Dragon) really makes this song amazing.
@minahbradshaw7075
This woman's voice is flawless. People who dislike it lack a sense of passion and a sense of soul.
I like this one much better than the one without her.
@lalitvaidya9110
I wish ODESZA and Flume could collaborate together.
@misc.2331
why can't they?