Viewer From Afar
Polaris At Noon Lyrics

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Do you mind the dead of night
When our minds begin to fly?
Racing through the cloudy skies
Please keep turbulence in mind
I've got a sound to fill the air
You won't be here with me to share
'Cause I don't quite know who you are
I'm just a viewer from afar

Take control and save our souls

You want to make a move?
Come from the other side
Feel the friction build until we all collide
The slightest fall will send us through the night
Take a chance and put it on the line
Turn around and kiss it all goodbye
'Cause I don’t need a thing when you're around
When you're around

Do you mind the dead of night
When our hearts begin to fly?
Wishing for the softest touch
Well I'm just asking for too much
Won't you screw your head on tight?
'Cause this is not how you should fight
I've gotta smile for all the eyes
But I'm just falling in disguise

Take control and save our souls

You want to make a move?
Come from the other side
Feel the friction build until we all collide
The slightest fall will send us through the night
Take a chance and put it on the line
Turn around and kiss it all goodbye
'Cause I don’t need a thing when you're around
When you're around

You want to make a move?
Come from the other side
Feel the friction build until we all collide
The slightest fall will send us through the night
Take a chance and put it on the line
Turn around and kiss it all goodbye
'Cause I don’t need a thing when you're around

When you're around, when you're around
When you're around, when you're around

Overall Meaning

The song "Viewer From Afar" by Polaris at Noon is a song reflective of the dichotomy present in relationships where one person wants to be close, while the other prefers to keep their distance. The opening lines "Do you mind the dead of night, when our minds begin to fly?" set the stage for a conversation about a moment of vulnerability that often occurs at night when our thoughts race and we feel most open emotionally. The singer in the song is yearning for connection, but the person they're interested in is keeping their distance. The use of air travel metaphors illustrates an attempt to bridge the gap between the two, but there is always the possibility of something going wrong ("please keep turbulence in mind").

Throughout the song, the singer highlights their own awareness of the situation ("I'm just a viewer from afar") and the risk involved in pursuing their desires ("take a chance and put it on the line, turn around and kiss it all goodbye"). The chorus repeats the same message of seeking connection ("you want to make a move? come from the other side") and the weight that the other person's presence holds for the singer ("I don't need a thing when you're around"). The final two lines of the song ("when you're around, when you're around") reinforce this feeling of dependence on the other person.

Overall, "Viewer From Afar" is an introspective song about the difficulties of reaching out to someone who's keeping their distance, and the hesitance that comes along with that. The use of air travel metaphors adds a layer of complexity to the lyrics, highlighting the risk that comes along with opening oneself up emotionally.

Line by Line Meaning

Do you mind the dead of night
Do you find it difficult to cope with the dark and silent atmosphere of the night?

When our minds begin to fly?
When our imagination starts to run wild?

Racing through the cloudy skies
Letting our thoughts soar and run without any restrictions or limitations.

Please keep turbulence in mind
Be mindful of any sudden change or disturbance that can cause chaos or confusion.

I've got a sound to fill the air
I have a song to share that will occupy the empty space and create a lively atmosphere.

You won't be here with me to share
You won't be there to enjoy this moment with me.

'Cause I don't quite know who you are
Because we haven't established a close relationship yet, and I don't really understand who you truly are.

I'm just a viewer from afar
I am just an outsider observing from a distance, not involved or deeply connected.

Take control and save our souls
Take charge of the situation and protect us from harm, emotionally or spiritually.

You want to make a move?
Are you ready to take action and make a change in our situation?

Come from the other side
Approach or perceive things differently, from a new perspective.

Feel the friction build until we all collide
Experience the tension and anticipation build up until we finally meet, interact or connect.

The slightest fall will send us through the night
The smallest mistake or setback can derail our journey and cause us to stumble or fall.

Take a chance and put it on the line
Take a risk and be bold enough to pursue what you want or believe in, without hesitation or fear.

Turn around and kiss it all goodbye
Leave your past behind and embrace the unknown future without any regrets.

'Cause I don’t need a thing when you're around
Because your presence alone makes me feel content and fulfilled, without any materialistic possessions or distractions.

When you're around
In your company and near you.

Do you mind the dead of night
Do you find it difficult to cope with the dark and silent atmosphere of the night?

When our hearts begin to fly?
When our emotions are heightened and we feel elated and alive?

Wishing for the softest touch
Longing for the most gentle and tender affection or care.

Well I'm just asking for too much
Perhaps my expectations and desires are unrealistic or excessive in this situation.

Won't you screw your head on tight?
Won't you be sensible and think clearly without any delusions or illusions?

'Cause this is not how you should fight
Trying to achieve your goals or resolve conflicts through irrational or reckless behavior or actions is ineffective and unwise.

I've gotta smile for all the eyes
I have to put on a happy face and seem content for the sake of others, even if I am struggling or unhappy.

But I'm just falling in disguise
But secretly, I am suffering and struggling, pretending to be okay and composed.

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