Encore
Safia Nolin Lyrics

The lyrics of Safia Nolin's song "Encore" suggest a sense of frustration and disillusionment with the world around her. The opening lines describe the artist's ongoing struggle to reconcile her dreams and ambitions with reality. She notes that her dreams are similar, indicating a sense of stagnation or lack of progress, and that she sleeps too heavily - as if she is struggling to wake up and face the challenges of her life. This is underscored by her observation that "even though my days are numbered, I still waste my time," suggesting that she is aware of the preciousness of time but unable to make the most of it.

The next lines indicate that she feels as if she is being lied to - up to and including the lies she tells herself. She feels as if she has been taught to deceive and be deceived, perpetuating a cycle of mistrust and dishonesty. The repetition of the word "encore" in each stanza underscores this sense of repetition and frustration - it's as if she's stuck in a loop, unable to move forward or break free. The final lines emphasize her sense of darkness and confusion; she can see only the shadows of her dreams and the bottom of her being, unable to face the uncertainty that lies ahead.