Legends
Pilot Rouge Lyrics
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When the fire broke the dark
One more night and you don't call
I'm alright, I'll get by
I left home to chase the streetlights
Each one hopes to shape the heavens
Raise your bones and toast to the time
So the ghost who gave the light
Heroes chase until they die
When the stone and temple falls
Speak my name after all
I left home to chase the streetlights
Each one hopes to shape the heavens
Raise your bones and toast to the time
When gods were men and we were legends
And you see me but I don't see you
And you want me but I don't want you
And I need you but you don't need me
And I love you but you don't love me
And you see me but I don't see you
And you want me but I don't want you
And I need you but you don't need me
And I love you but you don't love me
We will find peace of mind
All in time
In "Legends" by Pilot Rouge, the lyrics paint a picture of confusion and heartbreak. The singer seems to be speaking to a person who has recently broken up with him/her. The lines "Sea and sky torn apart, when the fire broke the dark" gives the listener a sense of destruction and chaos. However, the singer insists that they will be okay, even though they haven't heard from their ex in a while. The chorus speaks more to the singer's own journey rather than the ex, as it mentions chasing "streetlights" and hoping to "shape the heavens". The "raise your bones and toast to the time when gods were men and we were legends" line conveys a longing to relive a golden age that has since passed.
The second verse mentions a "ghost who gave the light" and heroes who chase until they die. The listener can infer that the singer is referring to fallen legends who have inspired him/her. The line "speak my name after all" could mean a final plea to be remembered once the singer has moved on. The chorus repeats, conveying the same sentiments as the first. The final lines "And you see me but I don't see you, and you want me but I don't want you, and I need you but you don't need me, and I love you but you don't love me" could either be said from the singer to the ex, or to themselves as a form of self-reflection.
Overall, "Legends" by Pilot Rouge is a poignant song about heartbreak, self-discovery, and the longing for a bygone era.
Line by Line Meaning
Sea and sky torn apart
The world seemed to be falling apart when an intense, destructive event took place.
When the fire broke the dark
The event that happened caused a lot of chaos and confusion.
One more night and you don't call
The feeling of loneliness due to the lack of communication from a loved one.
I'm alright, I'll get by
Despite the difficult situation, the person is optimistic and will eventually overcome it.
I left home to chase the streetlights
The person left their comfort zone to search for something that inspires them.
Each one hopes to shape the heavens
People's aspirations and dreams are limitless.
Raise your bones and toast to the time
Celebrating the good times and remembering them fondly.
When gods were men and we were legends
Reflecting on a time when people seemed larger than life and capable of extraordinary feats.
So the ghost who gave the light
Reference to a supernatural entity that shared knowledge or a path to follow.
Heroes chase until they die
A hero's journey is never complete, they always strive for more.
When the stone and temple falls
Despite seemingly permanent institutions and beliefs, everything falls eventually.
Speak my name after all
Desire to be remembered and leave a lasting impact.
And you see me but I don't see you
Relationships have become one-sided or toxic.
And you want me but I don't want you
The feeling of being pursued or desired, but not reciprocating those feelings.
And I need you but you don't need me
Unrequited affection or dependency on someone who does not value the same.
And I love you but you don't love me
Cherishing someone who cannot or will not return the sentiment.
We will find peace of mind
Despite the struggles and tribulations faced, a sense of tranquility will eventually be found.
All in time
Patience is key as time eventually heals all wounds or brings clarity to a situation.
Contributed by Mia O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.