Golden Train
Penguin Prison Lyrics

Just like a star that can't be seen from your city at night
Things that seem out of reach, like stars outside of your city, often cannot be obtained easily

You can't build a wall as high, as deep, as mountains have climbed
Obstacles are often insurmountable, even as high and deep as mountains

'cuz these aren't owned, and never will be
Some things are too fleeting or too intangible to ever truly belong to anyone

So keep going on replacing each
When things don't last or don't belong, keep trying to replace and find a new one

Until the lonely shores retreat
Keep going until the lonely and isolated moments are gone

And oceans will find
Eventually, the vastness of life will always find its way to you

It happens all the time
This is a frequent and common occurrence

An old design that can't be traced
Patterns or ways of life that can't be attributed to anything specific

Or shown on walls to contemplate
These patterns can't be displayed or considered in a tangible way

If ever there was only one escape route
If there was only one way out of a difficult situation

Past the golden train
It might involve leaving behind something valuable to pursue that escape route

(you're never lonely) moving through the plains
Even in isolation, there is movement and a sense of progress

(never home) ever since it came
For a long time, there has been a feeling of not being settled or totally comfortable

(it's just getting harder) we've been living strange
Life is getting more difficult and unpredictable

(never alone) and I've forgotten time
Despite the challenges, there is a sense of connection to others and a disregard for time passing

As soon as the ghosts return from sleep
Once old, haunting memories resurface

There's nothing alive
The present is overshadowed by the past experiences

'cuz you made the roads and mazes deep
The current struggles are due to deliberate choices or actions in the past

For all you can hide
It's possible to keep secrets and emotions buried deep within

A treasure to keep
There may be something valuable or cherished to hold on to in this time of difficulty

And never be shared
This treasure or value may be something kept to oneself

To breathe in a fortune as an heir
The value or treasure may be something that can be passed down like an inheritance

Until the moon and sun can meet
It may seem impossible or unlikely for things to align and work out as desired

They'll follow you blind
Despite the doubts and uncertainties, there will be those who still support and believe in you

A never-ending sight
This difficult time may seem like it will go on forever

The new recruit to end the war
There may be hope for something new or different to arise and bring an end to the challenges

Has soldiers with, they're sending more
Those who are fighting for change and progress are gaining strength and support

(it happens all the time)
These cycles of struggle and hope are very common

The cavalry is making sure
There are those who are dedicated to making sure that positive changes are made

No one can stop the golden train
Even amidst hardships, there is something valuable and positive to pursue and hold on to

Travel lonely
Journeying alone can be a difficult but necessary experience

Never be home
It might feel like there's no solid, grounding place to call home

(past those who surely bury you)
There may be people or situations that seem to want to hold you back or bring you down

It's just getting harder, harder, haa
Despite the difficulties, life goes on and things grow more challenging

(animals are scared and run from men)
Even those who are traditionally seen as strong or superior can be scared in certain situations

(girl: there's no need to ever think again)
Sometimes it's easier to push thoughts and emotions aside and keep moving forward

(crossed the seas to never think again)
Traveling far away or leaving things behind can be a way of avoiding difficult emotions or situations