Andromeda
Rapha Lyrics
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Turning the page, write to cease new ideas
Thoughts - all duly recorded
Maybe someday, all the rhymes, given time
Would get justly rewarded
So there you go
Stashing the sketches and drafts of what has become an
Encyclopedia of all the things you've done
Expect the media to bother when you′re gone
Hours and hours of sacrifice, no compromise
Forced as if under orders
Planning to take land sea and skies, but can't decide
When to cross the borders
Encyclopedia of all there is to know
Encyclopedia - but what is there to show
The piles just seem to grow
Is this ambitions one man show
There's only one man watching you, John Doe
He′s both on stage and in the front row
Encyclopedia - your one and only friend
Encyclopedia - will pay off in the end
Turning around, the objective of the way you lived
Hypothetical fortune, suddenly found
You′re at the gate - it's too late
Psychological torture
So long ago, since you should have put it all out there
So now you go
Leaving for us to discover the paths you have tread
Encyclopedia - all written by his hand
Encyclopedia - will we ever understand
Now he will never know
Swept away by the undertow
The world is listening now, John Doe
Come back and reap what you have sown
The lyrics of Rapha's song "Andromeda" seem to be about the inner turmoil and self-doubts of someone who has dedicated their life to their creative work. The lines "Turning the page, write to cease new ideas / Thoughts - all duly recorded" suggest that the singer is constantly trying to come up with new ideas and inspiration, but also feeling the pressure to record and document their thoughts. The lyrics suggest that the singer has been working on their ideas for a long time, but they are still not sure if their efforts will be recognized or rewarded. The lines "Maybe someday, all the rhymes, given time / Would get justly rewarded" suggest that the singer is hoping that their work will eventually be appreciated.
The song goes on to describe the singer's frustration at the unfinished and ever-growing pile of their work, which is described as an "encyclopedia of all the things you've done". The singer is depicted as being both proud of their body of work, but also doubtful that it will ever be fully understood or appreciated. The lines "Encyclopedia - but what is there to show / The piles just seem to grow / Is this ambition's one-man show" suggest that the singer is questioning the value of their work, and whether all their sacrifice and hard work will ever pay off.
The song concludes with a sense of regret and sadness, as the singer realizes that they may never see the full impact of their work. The lines "Encyclopedia - will we ever understand / Now he will never know / Swept away by the undertow" suggest that the singer is now gone, and that their work will be left behind for the world to discover. Overall, the lyrics of "Andromeda" seem to be a poignant exploration of the creative process, and the uncertainty that comes with dedicating oneself to a life of artistic pursuit.
Line by Line Meaning
Turning the page, write to cease new ideas
Starting fresh with a new mindset and putting an end to the old ways of thinking
Thoughts - all duly recorded
Every idea is worth acknowledging and putting down on paper
Maybe someday, all the rhymes, given time
Would get justly rewarded
In due time, hard work will pay off and the fruits of labor will be recognized
So long ago, you don′t even know how it started
So there you go
The origin of an idea is often forgotten, leading to the start of something new
Stashing the sketches and drafts of what has become an
Encyclopedia of all the things you've done
Keeping all of the drafts and ideas even if they've already transpired in order to create a record of accomplishments
Expect the media to bother when you′re gone
Media and other outlets are only interested in a person and what they've done when they are no longer present
Hours and hours of sacrifice, no compromise
Forced as if under orders
Putting in a lot of hard work and dedication without any excuses or backing out
Planning to take land sea and skies, but can't decide
When to cross the borders
Wanting to conquer everything but being hesitant on when to take action
Encyclopedia of all there is to know
A compilation of everything there is to know about a person and their accomplishments
Encyclopedia - but what is there to show
The piles just seem to grow
Is this ambitions one man show
The compilation of accomplishments may just be a personal celebration of one's efforts, with no real end goal
There's only one man watching you, John Doe
He′s both on stage and in the front row
The creator of the encyclopedia is his own biggest fan and critic
Turning around, the objective of the way you lived
Hypothetical fortune, suddenly found
You′re at the gate - it's too late
Psychological torture
Realizing that the reason for their hard work and dedication, the end goal or fortune, was all hypothetical and not guaranteed, causing mental anguish
So long ago, since you should have put it all out there
So now you go
Waiting too long to try and make an impact, leading to missed opportunities
Leaving for us to discover the paths you have tread
Encyclopedia - all written by his hand
Encyclopedia - will we ever understand
Now he will never know
Leaving behind an extensive record of their accomplishments for others to interpret and understand, but without ever knowing their true impact
Swept away by the undertow
Dying before ever knowing what could have been accomplished
The world is listening now, John Doe
Come back and reap what you have sown
Even though the person has passed, their accomplishments and legacies are still being heard and appreciated, leading to a sense of regret for not enjoying the fruits of labor while still alive
Writer(s): Raphael Gunther
Contributed by Keira O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.