They released further albums, Beneath The Skin in 2015 and Fever Dream in 2019.
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Crystals
Of Monsters and Men Lyrics
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Caught in clouds of silver ropes
Showered by the empty hopes
As I tumble down, falling fast to the ground
I know I'll wither, so peel away the bark
'Cause nothing grows when it is dark
In spite of all my fears, I can see it all so clear
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And feel the tones that tremble down your spine
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And let your colors bleed and blend with mine
Making waves in pitch black sand
Feel the salt dance on my hands
Raw and charcoal colored thighs
Feel so cold and my skin feels so paper-thin
I know I'll wither, so peel away the bark
'Cause nothing grows when it is dark
In spite of all my fears, I can see it all so clear
I see it all so clear
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And feel the tones that tremble down your spine
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And let your colors bleed and blend with mine
But I'm okay in see-through skin
I forgive what is within
'Cause I'm in this house
I'm in this home
All my time
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And feel the tones that tremble down your spine
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And let your colors bleed and blend with mine
The lyric "Lost in skies of powdered gold" describes someone who feels lost in an idealized, dream-like world, where everything is perfect and unattainable, like powdered gold. They feel trapped in clouds of silver ropes which restrain them from achieving their goals. They've been bombarded with empty hopes and false promises, and now they're falling rapidly towards the ground, losing their grip on reality as they tumble down.
Despite all their fears, they have a moment of clarity as they watch themselves plummet. They see that they need to strip away the layers that cover them, the bark that hides their true selves, to let the light in. The line "nothing grows when it is dark" suggests that they need to open up and face their fears if they want to grow and become better.
The chorus encourages the listener to let go of their fears and to see things as they really are. By covering their crystal eyes, they can feel the music that resonates within them, allowing their colors to bleed and blend with others. This suggests that we all have our own unique colors and emotions, and by sharing them, we can connect with others on a deeper level.
Overall, the song is about finding clarity in a confusing and overwhelming world, letting go of our fears and embracing our true selves.
Line by Line Meaning
Lost in skies of powdered gold
Feeling as if the world is made of something precious and unreachable.
Caught in clouds of silver ropes
Feeling as if the things that hold you back or down are valuable and unbreakable, like strands of precious metal.
Showered by the empty hopes
Feeling as if you are being offered things that look good but are, in fact, worthless or fleeting.
As I tumble down, falling fast to the ground
Knowing that you are going to hit rock bottom or fail, but not yet there.
I know I'll wither, so peel away the bark
Understanding that you will die or lose vibrancy unless you remove things that protect or shield you.
'Cause nothing grows when it is dark
Realizing that if you stay in a negative or hurtful situation, you won't be able to flourish or thrive.
In spite of all my fears, I can see it all so clear
Despite feeling scared or anxious, seeing truth for what it is and facing it head-on.
Cover your crystal eyes
Protecting oneself from seeing or feeling too much.
And feel the tones that tremble down your spine
Experiencing something deeply emotional or powerful that physically affects you.
And let your colors bleed and blend with mine
Opening up to someone else and allowing your emotions to mix with theirs.
Making waves in pitch black sand
Doing something unusual or surprising in a bleak or hopeless situation.
Feel the salt dance on my hands
Being able to physically experience and connect with nature or the environment.
Raw and charcoal colored thighs
Feeling exposed and vulnerable, as if someone has ripped away a protective layer.
Feel so cold and my skin feels so paper-thin
Feeling fragile and delicate, as if even a small thing could damage or harm you.
But I'm okay in see-through skin
Feeling comfortable and confident in being transparent or open to others.
I forgive what is within
Acknowledging and letting go of internal negative or hurtful feelings.
'Cause I'm in this house
Feeling like you belong or are comfortable in a particular place.
I'm in this home
Feeling like you belong or are comfortable with a particular group of people or way of life.
All my time
Putting your effort and energy into something valuable or meaningful.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Arnar Rosenkranz Hilmarsson, Nanna Bryndis Hilmarsdottir, Ragnar Thorhallsson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@fennec13
I feel the same way. traveling down this road we call "life" alone.
In over 47 years, I have not managed to really connect with anyone.
No one really knows me or cares. All people I know are merely acquaintances.
I know in my heart of hearts, I'll die alone and I made peace with that a long time ago. I travel in the dark searching for light.
I keep looking tho, for a friend, a lover, a soulmate I know I'll never find.
Beautiful songs like these speak to me deeply... I can understand them.
For a moment I feel "not alone", but its a fleeting feeling, because I ultimately
have no one to share this moment with.
Nights are lonely, with no one to talk to. Be well. There are others who travel the night alone... Maybe the dawn will come, but not for me.
@luizagoncalves3259
Lost in skies of powdered gold
Caught in clouds of silver ropes
Showered by the empty hopes
As I tumble down, falling fast to the ground
I know I'll wither so peel away the bark
'Cause nothing grows when it is dark
In spite of all my fears, I can see it all so clear
I see it all so clear
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And feel the tones that tremble down your spine
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And let your colours bleed and blend with mine
Making waves in pitch black sand
Feel the salt dance on my hands
Raw and charcoal coloured thighs
Feel so cold and my skin feels so paper-thin
I know I'll wither so peel away the bark
'Cause nothing grows when it is dark
In spite of all my fears, I can see it all so clear
I see it all so clear
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And feel the tones that tremble down your spine
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And let your colours bleed and blend with mine
But I'm okay in see-through skin
I forgive what is within
'Cause I'm in this house
I'm in this home
All my time
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And feel the tones that tremble down your spine
Woah
Cover your crystal eyes
And let your colours bleed and blend
@atlasnox9469
I don't know who this man is but I trust him.
@elizabethhowlter7034
Always trust the bearded man. Always...
@DolphinsDraws
The beared man knows all.
@salchichakun6924
+Kerberos/Kerby what?!?!?!
@kieranlevagueresse842
+Kerberos/Kerby Well... He's not
@kieranlevagueresse842
***** Google his name and see for yourself.
@edicavani6189
This man has the face of a professor, of a humble servant, of a rightful medieval king, of a poor philosopher, of an artist... You feel you can trust him
@vic.oliuri
+Edi Cavani jaja que grande Cavani! :P
@shealupkes
a watchful protector, a dark knight
@pessimisticoptimist3107
Beautiful description/comment