Flower of the West
Runrig Lyrics

Sunburst
The sun is rising and bursting on the horizon, bringing a new day and new opportunities.

The morning moor
The moor is a symbol of nature and the untamed wilderness, and the morning represents a new beginning.

The light of God
The light of God is a metaphor for the divine and something that is pure and good.

The heart of youth
The heart of youth represents a time when anything is possible and the world is full of wonder and excitement.

I look around me
The artist is taking in their surroundings, being present in the moment and aware of the beauty around them.

My eyes find their rest on this garden
The garden is a symbol of life and growth, and the singer finds peace and contentment by simply being there.

The flower of the west
The flower of the west is a metaphor for something that is rare and precious, and represents the beauty and uniqueness of the singer's home.

The silent skies
The skies are still and quiet, representing a sense of peace and tranquility that can be found in nature.

An innocent heart
The heart is pure and innocent, untainted by the corruption and cynicism of the world.

Holding the moment away
The heart is holding onto the present moment, trying to prolong it and make it last forever.

From time in the dark
The darkness represents the unknown and the future, and the heart is trying to hold onto the present moment before it disappears into the darkness of the unknown.

All I see. All I know
The artist is focused on what they can see and experience in the present moment, and not worrying about the future or the past.

Is touching the sacred earth
The earth is a symbol of something that is pure and holy, and the singer is trying to connect with this sense of purity and goodness.

Warming the hallowed ground
By connecting with the sacred earth, the singer is trying to create a sense of warmth and comfort that can only be found in nature.

Walk on
The singer is encouraging themselves to keep moving forward, even in the face of adversity and challenges.

Sunrise
The sunrise is a symbol of something new and fresh, representing a new beginning or a turning point in life.

The colour frontier
The frontier is a symbol of something that is new and unexplored, and the colour represents the richness and diversity of this new frontier.

The aging light
The aging light represents the passage of time and the impermanence of life.

The sight that knows no fear
The singer is looking at the world with a sense of wonder and curiosity, unafraid of what they might find.

I look over Orinsay to the Trumisgarry shore
The artist is taking in the vast expanse of nature around them, appreciating the beauty and majesty of the world.

To Aloter
Aloter is a symbol of the artist's home and represents a sense of comfort and familiarity.

And the road to Ahmore
The road to Ahmore represents a journey or a path that the artist is taking, leading them into the unknown future.

I survive the childhood universe
The childhood universe represents a time of innocence and wonder, and the singer has survived this time and is now facing the challenges of adulthood.

And I step the naked heath
The naked heath is a symbol of the challenges and obstacles that the artist is facing, and they are bravely facing them head-on.

Where the breathing of the vanished
The vanished represent the people and things that have been lost over time, and their breathing represents the memories and emotions that remain.

Lies in acres round my feet
The memories and emotions of the past are ever-present and surround the singer, shaping their perspective and guiding their actions.

Past Loch Scadavagh Loch Fada
Loch Scadavagh and Loch Fada are landmarks that the singer has passed on their journey, representing the passage of time and the distance traveled.

And the flatlands to the east
The flatlands are a symbol of the mundane and the ordinary, representing the everyday struggles and challenges that we all face.

Where the dark blue mass of Eval
Eval is a symbol of darkness and uncertainty, representing the unknown future.

Meets the rising Rock of Lee
The Rock of Lee is a symbol of stability and strength, representing the singer's ability to overcome any obstacle in their path.

Between the Crogary and Maairi
Crogary and Maairi are landmarks on the singer's journey, representing the different stages of their life and the challenges they faced along the way.

I started to descend
The artist is moving forward down a path that they have chosen, taking control of their destiny and shaping their own future.

Loch Aongais on my left hand side
Loch Aongais is a symbol of the past, representing the artist's memories and experiences that have brought them to this point in their life.

I look across to Clett
Clett is a symbol of the future, representing the artist's hopes and dreams for what is to come.

Collies barking on the outrun
The collies are a symbol of the singer's companions and friends, representing the support and encouragement they have received along the way.

Dunlin dancing on the sand
The dunlin are a symbol of the natural world, representing the beauty and majesty of nature and the importance it holds in the artist's life.

Breakers show round Corran Vallique
The breakers are a symbol of the challenges and obstacles that the singer is facing, representing the trials and tribulations of life.

And empty the Atlantic on the strand
The Atlantic represents the vast, unexplored world and the endless possibilities that lie ahead for the singer.

Flower of the west
The flower of the west is a symbol of something that is unique and precious, and represents the pride and love the singer feels for their home and heritage.