The Fire
Schiller & Kate Havnevik Lyrics
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My heart feels old
Still I get myself away
Every second, Every day
You said you'd wait for me
You said you′d bring the World to See
Make the swinging Last
The sky opened side
This is the fire you keep on burning
Weds of gold makes me a fool for love
But don't make me linked if you don't
Want me in all one
You are like drift wood
You go ever streams will flow
Where you′ll be amused
Where you can became, then go
The sky opened side
You tell me Where to go
This is the fire you keep on burning
Weds of gold makes me a fool for love
But don′t get me linked if you don't
Want me in all one
The lyrics to Schiller & Kate Havnevik's song "The Fire" have a somewhat ambiguous and mysterious quality to them, and can be interpreted in a number of ways. At first glance, it appears to be a song about a person who is feeling lonely and uncertain about their place in the world. They are on their own, and their heart feels old, but they keep pushing forward and trying to find their way. The person they are addressing in the song, perhaps a lover or a friend, has promised to wait for them and to show them the world. They are a source of comfort and support for the singer, and the "fire" referred to in the song may be their passion and energy, something that helps keep the singer going.
The second verse introduces a bit more complexity to the song. The singer tells the other person that they are like driftwood, going wherever the streams will flow. They are amused by the places they go, and they are able to become whoever they want to be. This seems to suggest a person who is more free-spirited and adventurous, someone who is not tied down to any one place or identity. It is possible that the singer feels envious of this person's freedom, and wishes that they could be more like them. However, there is also a note of caution in the lyrics: "don't get me linked if you don't want me in all one." This suggests that the singer is wary of being connected to someone who may not be able to fully accept them for who they are.
Ultimately, the meaning of the song is open to interpretation. It could be seen as a reflection on the difficulties of finding one's place in the world, and the importance of having someone to lean on during those times. It could also be seen as an ode to the joys of freedom and adventure, and a reminder that sometimes it's necessary to let go of attachments in order to truly find oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm on my own
I am alone and without companionship
My heart feels old
I am burdened by the weight of my emotions and feel weary
Still I get myself away
Despite my struggles, I manage to distract myself and keep moving forward
Every second, every day
Continuously and constantly, without rest or respite
You said you'd wait for me
You promised to be patient and steadfast in your support of me
You said you'd bring the world to see
You vowed to show me everything that life has to offer
Make the swinging last
Extend the moments of joy and happiness for as long as possible
The sky opened side
The heavens revealed a glimpse of their inner workings
You tell me where to go
You guide me and provide direction in my life
This is the fire you keep on burning
You maintain a passion and desire that never dwindles
Weds of gold makes me a fool for love
The allure of riches and luxury can cloud my judgment and make me vulnerable in matters of the heart
But don't make me linked if you don't want me in all one
Do not commit to me if you are uncertain or unwilling to fully accept and include me in your life
You are like driftwood
You are free-spirited and move with the currents of life
You go where streams will flow
You follow the path of least resistance and allow life to take you where it may
Where you'll be amused
Where you will find joy and entertainment
Where you can became, then go
Where you can evolve and grow before moving on to the next adventure
Writer(s): Christopher Von Deylen, Kate C Havnevik
Contributed by Christian T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.