Inner Vision
Sivert Höyem Lyrics
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Old superstitions getting ugly low & loud
I can't make no decisions
I rely on innver vision
to show me the way, within and without
I try my best to be as truthful as I can
Inner vision guides my hand
The road was empty, someone took me bye the arm
And reassureing me she meant to do no harm
And in the darkness she confided to my soul
I never felt so alive, oh no I never felt so whole
I closed my heart to her, I know that it was wrong.
But inner vision leads me on
Say what else could I have done?
I turn my eye then to the shipwrecks in the deep
Lost rivers whisper to me even as we speak
Do I seem helpless to you?
Well, you don't see what I see, do you?
Are dreamns so real to you, they keep you from your sleep?
I sense my fire dying I see my eyes are turning blank
As I turn back into your ranks
But inner vision's alive
alive
alive
The lyrics to Sivert Höyem's "Inner Vision" convey a sense of confusion and uncertainty as the singer is at a loss about how to make decisions and relies on his inner vision to guide him through life. He feels overwhelmed by old superstitions that are loud and ugly and finds it difficult to navigate his way through the cloudy, uncertain landscape of his life. His inner vision acts as a compass, pointing him in the right direction and helping him find his way both within and without.
The singer's reliance on his inner vision is born out of a desire to be truthful in his actions and decisions. He believes that his inner vision guides his hand, leading him to make choices that are aligned with his values and principles. However, he feels that this way of being is often misunderstood by others who are unable to grasp the depth of his insights and the significance of his dreams.
The second half of the song sees the singer encountering a woman who takes him by the arm and reassures him that she means him no harm. She confides in him, and in the darkness, they share a moment of intense connection that makes him feel truly alive. However, he soon realizes that he has closed himself off to her and that he has missed an opportunity to connect with another human being. Despite this setback, he knows that his inner vision will always be with him, guiding him on his way and keeping him alive.
Line by Line Meaning
I am lost among the clouds
I feel disoriented and uncertain, unsure of what direction to take.
Old superstitions getting ugly low & loud
Negative beliefs and irrational fears are becoming louder and more oppressive.
I can't make no decisions
I struggle to make choices and decisions without guidance.
I rely on innver vision
I depend on my intuition and inner wisdom to show me the right path.
to show me the way, within and without
To guide me both internally and externally.
I try my best to be as truthful as I can
I strive for honesty and authenticity in my actions and interactions.
Inner vision guides my hand
My intuition guides me in making the right choices.
Oh will you ever understand
Others may not comprehend or appreciate my reliance on intuition.
The road was empty, someone took me bye the arm
When feeling lost, someone came to my aid and gave me support.
And reassureing me she meant to do no harm
She conveyed that she had good intentions and meant well.
And in the darkness she confided to my soul
In a moment of vulnerability, she shared her innermost self with me.
I never felt so alive, oh no I never felt so whole
Her openness and connection made me feel complete and alive.
I closed my heart to her, I know that it was wrong.
I pushed her away, even though I knew it was a mistake.
But inner vision leads me on
My intuition continues to guide me towards my true path.
Say what else could I have done?
I wonder whether there was any other choice in the situation.
I turn my eye then to the shipwrecks in the deep
I reflect on the past mistakes and failures that lie deep within me.
Lost rivers whisper to me even as we speak
Past hurts and regrets still linger within me, guiding my actions and thoughts.
Do I seem helpless to you?
I may appear helpless or lost to others, but I know that my inner wisdom will guide me.
Well, you don't see what I see, do you?
Others may not understand the deep insights and intuition that guide my decisions.
Are dreamns so real to you, they keep you from your sleep?
Perhaps others are chasing dreams that they believe to be real, but which do not align with their true path.
I sense my fire dying I see my eyes are turning blank
I feel myself losing motivation and passion, and fear losing my sense of purpose.
As I turn back into your ranks
As I conform to societal norms and expectations, I fear losing sight of my true self.
But inner vision's alive
My intuition and inner wisdom remain alive and strong, guiding me towards my true path.
alive
My intuition and inner wisdom are present and active within me, even when I feel lost or uncertain.
Contributed by Anna B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Inner Vision I am lost among the clouds
Old superstitions getting ugly low & loud
I can't make no decisions
I rely on inner vision
To show me the way, within and without
I try my best to be as truthful as I can
Inner vision guides my hand
Oh will you ever understand
The road was empty, someone took me by the arm
And reassuring me she meant to do no harm
And in the darkness she confided to my soul
I never felt so alive, oh no I never felt so whole
I closed my heart to her, I know that it was wrong.
But inner vision leads me on
Say what else could I have done?
I turn my eye then to the shipwrecks in the deep
Lost rivers whisper to me even as we speak
Do I seem helpless to you?
Well, you don't see what I see, do you?
Are dreams so real to you, they keep you from your sleep?
I sense my fire dying I see my eyes are turning blank
As I turn back into your ranks
But inner vision's alive
Alive
Alive
@j9andphoenix
Live in Australia and stumbled across first Madrugada and then followed Sivert since - I just adore his voice and his music and the uplifting sadness.
@mohamedatta1925
" Do I seem helpless to you? Well you don't see what I see, do you? "
Just Beautiful
@mikidimitrijevic2702
With this song Sivert take us to the other galaxy
@Konstantina_Kai
Πολύ Ελλάδα είδα σε όλα τα τραγούδια!
Καταπληκτικός, φωνάρα!
@mertgokbayr2334
his voice is so emotional its felt like i dont know
@Berlin81
Kostas Verros Greece : "one of the most emotional songs ever"
@awakenedbyadream3253
Just wow!!
@geezusuck
Holy banana, his voice is wonderful. Had honestly never listened to him before I heard him participate in the new Satyricon album, on the song Phoenix.
@franciscopartida4167
Anakin Skywanker You've missed so much! Go through the Madrugada era. One of the very best bands ever.
@fandreea
Wow, what a voice and what a song! I'm mesmerized and "Blown Away " :)