Under the Milky Way
Sia Lyrics

The opening lines of Sia's "Under the Milky Way" suggest a feeling of emptiness, possibly of being alone. The sound of someone's breath can be heard, but it fades away with the light. The singer then reflects on a "loveless fascination" that is somehow connected to the Milky Way. This seems to suggest a longing for something, perhaps a romantic relationship or some kind of spiritual fulfillment.

The second verse mentions Memphis, and suggests that the curtains are being lowered, either literally or metaphorically. There's no time for "private consultation," and the singer's attention returns to the Milky Way, which is described as "something quite peculiar" and "shimmering and white." The last two lines of the verse imply that the Milky Way is leading the singer somewhere, even if that wasn't their intended destination.

The chorus repeats the singer's lament that they don't know what someone else is looking for, or what they might find. The refrain "under the Milky Way tonight" suggests that whatever the singer is searching for is connected to the night sky. There's a sense of mystery and wonder throughout the song, as if the answers to life's questions might be found by looking up at the stars.