Glimmer Of Gold
Polaris At Noon Lyrics

Glitter and Gold, Glitter and Gold
The repeating phrase 'Glitter and Gold' represents the idea of fame and wealth that the singer is pursuing.

So I've been told, so I've been told
The repetition of 'So I’ve been told' suggests that the singer has been told many times that fame and wealth are the key to happiness.

Hanging by a thread
The singer feels vulnerable and unstable in their pursuit of fame and wealth.

It seems that promises made me blind
The artist has been promised success and happiness through fame and wealth, but now realizes that these promises were false and clouded their judgment.

I believed that I would live the life of a king
The artist had high expectations for what fame and wealth would bring them, and is now disillusioned.

Deception is so common now
The singer has become aware of the dishonesty and corruption that often comes with pursuing fame and wealth.

I’m under the gun
The singer feels pressure to succeed and fears failure.

No room for mistakes
The artist feels that any misstep could cost them their chance at fame and success.

I fear that I have lost my soul for good
The artist feels that they have compromised their values and sense of self in their pursuit of fame and success, and may never be able to reclaim them.

Am I on record now?
The artist is questioning whether they have officially signed a contract or made a commitment to the industry.

Did I just sign me away?
The singer is questioning whether they have given up too much of themselves in pursuit of success and whether it was worth it.

I just wanted to feel alive
The artist's motivation for pursuing fame and success is to feel fulfilled and alive in their life.

I know it's fake
The singer recognizes that the world of fame and wealth is often artificial and insincere.

I took a deep breath and I gave it away
The singer took a risk and committed themselves to the pursuit of fame and wealth, even though it came at a price.

'Cause I didn't know the price I'd pay to see myself in the light again
The singer didn't realize the true cost of pursuing fame and success until they were already committed to it, and is now questioning whether it was worth it.

Greed and gluttony prevail
The artist is critical of the excessive and selfish nature of the entertainment industry.

A standard was made, and never to change
The artist believes that the industry has set unattainable standards for success and beauty that will never be challenged or changed.

We take, take, take and never leave enough
The singer believes that the industry and society as a whole is constantly taking from others without giving back enough in return.

Soon enough your plan will fail
The singer believes that the industry's unsustainable practices will eventually lead to its downfall.

Collapsing throughout the industry's frame
The artist sees signs of the entertainment industry's flaws and weaknesses that indicate its eventual collapse.

But still I'm blinded by the thought of fame
Despite recognizing the negative aspects of the entertainment industry, the artist is still drawn to the idea of fame and success.

Someone has to hear me
The artist feels like they are not being listened to or taken seriously in the industry.

Someone has to see me
The singer wants their talent and hard work to be recognized and appreciated by others in the industry.

A glimmer of gold for the sake of moving up
The artist sees a chance at fame and success as a small but significant opportunity to advance in the industry.

To feel alive
The singer's ultimate motivation for pursuing fame and wealth is to feel like they are truly experiencing life to the fullest.

I took a deep breath...
Repetition of this line throughout the song suggests that the singer is struggling to maintain their focus and composure in their pursuit of fame and success.