Lighthouse
SAINTE Lyrics


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These days I find myself avoiding mirrors on the wall
I'm afraid to find out I'm not really here
It's safe to say I hadn't planned accordingly to stay
Stay afloat on troubled waters on my own

Is it too late to save this mess that I've made?
I'm wearing thin
It's pulling me under, can't help but wonder
Where I've been

Am I lost?
Invisible under my darkest cloud
I set sail into this hell
Will I find my way out?
I'm looking for a lighthouse
I'm looking for a lighthouse

I want to be so much more than what I am today
Planes shine the brightest now I'm done
I can never find the words to properly explain
What's missing in the girl that wants it all

Is it too late to save this mess that I've made?
I'm wearing thin
It's pulling me under, can't help but wonder
Where I've been

Am I lost?
Invisible under my darkest cloud
I set sail into this hell
Will I find my way out?
I'm looking for a lighthouse
I'm looking for a lighthouse

Am I lost?
Invisible under my darkest cloud (My darkest cloud)
I set sail into this hell
Will I find my way out? (Find my way out)




I'm looking for a lighthouse
I'm looking for a lighthouse

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of SAINTE's "Lighthouse" explore the idea of feeling lost and searching for guidance and support. The singer seems to be struggling with self-doubt and insecurity, avoiding mirrors and questioning who she is and where she's headed. She acknowledges that she has made mistakes and feels like she's sinking deeper and deeper into a "hell" of her own making. The repeated refrain of "I'm looking for a lighthouse" emphasizes her desire for someone, or something, to guide her through troubled waters and help her find her way out.


The use of maritime imagery adds to the theme of being lost at sea, with the singer feeling like she's adrift without a compass or rudder. She references troubled waters and setting sail, highlighting the idea that she's embarked on a journey without knowing where she's going. The repeated question of "Am I lost?" highlights her uncertainty and desperation, searching for a beacon of hope in the darkness.


Line by Line Meaning

These days I find myself avoiding mirrors on the wall
I'm struggling with self-criticism and doubt, and I'm avoiding confronting that by looking in mirrors.


I'm afraid to find out I'm not really here
I fear that I might not be living my life to the fullest or that I'm not truly present in my experiences.


It's safe to say I hadn't planned accordingly to stay
I didn't prepare well enough to handle the difficult situations that life has thrown my way.


Stay afloat on troubled waters on my own
I'm trying to navigate through tough times without much help or support from others.


Is it too late to save this mess that I've made?
I'm wondering if my struggles have gone too far to be fixed or resolved.


I'm wearing thin
I'm feeling worn out and exhausted by my challenges and difficulties.


It's pulling me under, can't help but wonder Where I've been
My struggles feel overwhelming and I'm questioning how I ended up here in the first place.


Am I lost?
I feel confused and uncertain about my life and my path forward.


Invisible under my darkest cloud
I feel like my struggles are overshadowing the positive aspects of myself and my life.


I set sail into this hell
I willingly ventured into a difficult or challenging situation without fully realizing what I was getting into.


Will I find my way out?
I'm unsure if there is a way out of my struggles or if I'll be stuck in this difficult situation forever.


I'm looking for a lighthouse
I'm searching for something or someone to guide me through the darkness and help me find my way out of my struggles.




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Sainte

I hope everyone is enjoying smile, and wave so far! You can stream the entire album on Spotify as well! Add your favorite songs to your favorite playlists <3 - https://open.spotify.com/album/4TyeYxMuRmecfB1G4NZnGx

Keerthana SL

SAINTE I really want to know what inspired this beautiful song

Alisha Burden

This is my favourite from the smile and wave !

Clever Meals

Stunningly beautiful and powerful song. <3
For me, the best on " smile, and wave " so far. : )
It sounds so deep, it brings chills to my skin. ^^

Nathalia Tre

this is just perfect! good job Tay 💕

Fabiana Quaranta

Your songs are amazing! Love you, from Italy.

Adil Musthafa

This song is so beautiful I don't even know what to say.

Live Love Fish

It's crazy to think I went to school with you?!$& You've come so far since Then! Keep doing what you do!!!

DEEJAYY TV

Love you Tay!!

KILLSWITCHRISSA !

love, love, love !!! ♡♡♡

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