Sick of going to ‘gothic’ nightclubs and spending the nights looking moody in the corners, secretly wishing they’d play 'Serpent’s Kiss' (so they could display the light bulb changing and apple picking dance moves they’d spent years perfecting in front of their mirrors) instead of the stuff these people were dancing to, holding their glow sticks. Hell, some of the people at these clubs didn’t even dye their hair black.
Something had to be done, and there were only 3 people up to the task.
Silver
Solemn Novena Lyrics
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Say you do even if you don't
I thought you'd stay with me until the bitter end
You say you will, I know you won't, no
And it's so dark, it's so cold outside
And all your dreams are left inside
And you can walk out, you can laugh at me
But I'm a million things you'll never be, no
'Cause you
You shine like stars
And it feels like shame
And your kiss devours
And I love the pain
Swallowed by the bitter taste you left behind
Sell your soul for a place to hide
What will you do when all your luck runs out?
White lies on silver tongues won't save you now, no
Take me to the hidden place inside your heart
Silver-lined, cold and dark
Tear it apart and then you throw it away
Offer all I have to give, but you won't stay, no
'Cause you
You shine like stars
And it feels like shame
And your kiss devours
And I love the pain
'Cause you
You shine like stars
And it feels like shame
And your kiss devours
And I love the pain
Carry me away
Into the silver sky
Carry me away
Away into the night
The solemn ballad "Silver" by Novena is a song about heartbreak and unrequited love. The lyrics depict the singer's falling deeper into an abyss of emotions that they have never felt before. The singer is in love with someone who does not reciprocate the same feelings. They are willing to settle for second best and to accept the lies just to keep the person they love near them. The singer knows that the other person is not going to stick around, but they hold on to the hope that they will. The song invokes the feeling of emptiness, loneliness, and desperation one feels when they are in an unrequited love situation.
The song's chorus "You shine like stars, and it feels like shame, and your kiss devours, and I love the pain" is a metaphor for the singer's relationship with the person they are in love with. The person they are in love with is like a shining star in the dark sky, and even though their kiss feels like it's consuming them, the singer loves the pain that comes with it because it's the only thing they can hold on to.
The bridge of the song "Take me to the hidden place inside your heart, Silver-lined, cold, and dark, Tear it apart, and then you throw it away." The singer is begging the person they love to let them into their heart, even if it's for a brief moment before it gets shattered. The lyrics suggest that the person they are in love with is deceptive and their true self is "silver-lined, cold, and dark" and they will eventually throw the singer away.
Line by Line Meaning
Falling deeper into things I've never felt before
I'm experiencing emotions that are so intense and unfamiliar.
Say you do even if you don't
Tell me what I want to hear, even if it's not true.
I thought you'd stay with me until the bitter end
I believed you would stick with me through thick and thin.
You say you will, I know you won't, no
You make empty promises that I've learned not to trust.
And it's so dark, it's so cold outside
The world outside feels foreboding and unwelcoming.
And all your dreams are left inside
You keep your aspirations hidden, and no one can see them.
And you can walk out, you can laugh at me
You're free to leave and mock me if you choose.
But I'm a million things you'll never be, no
Despite your insults, I know that I have many unique qualities you lack.
'Cause you
You shine like stars
And it feels like shame
And your kiss devours
And I love the pain
Although you are beautiful and desirable, you hurt those who fall for you, and I can't resist.
Swallowed by the bitter taste you left behind
I'm consumed by the unpleasant aftertaste of our relationship.
Sell your soul for a place to hide
You're willing to sacrifice your values for a sense of protection.
What will you do when all your luck runs out?
When your fortunate circumstances disappear, what will you rely on?
White lies on silver tongues won't save you now, no
Your smooth words won't protect you from the consequences of your actions.
Take me to the hidden place inside your heart
Reveal the secret corner of your soul where you keep your true feelings.
Silver-lined, cold and dark
Even though it's beautiful, your heart is inaccessible and uninviting.
Tear it apart and then you throw it away
You destroy the love you receive and abandon it.
Offer all I have to give, but you won't stay, no
Despite my efforts to please you, you won't commit to staying with me.
'Cause you
You shine like stars
And it feels like shame
And your kiss devours
And I love the pain
Your allure can't be resisted, even though your presence brings sadness and pain.
Carry me away
Into the silver sky
Carry me away
Away into the night
Take me with you into the magical world of the stars and the night, where reality won't reach us.
Writer(s): Sam Bisbee
Contributed by Sophia M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.