North
Starmarket Lyrics
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The lyrics to Starmarket's song "North" touch upon themes of change and division. The opening line "New light slips in through my Venetian blinds" gives us a sense of dawn breaking, bringing with it a new day and new possibilities. The suggestion to "let's fly out now" is a call to action, to take advantage of this opportunity to broaden one's horizons and potentially even escape from the monotony of everyday life. The phrase "it still burns in the west" can be interpreted both literally and metaphorically - perhaps the sun is setting, or perhaps it speaks to a sense of longing for some distant, unattainable goal.
Yet even as the singer contemplates these possibilities for change, they remain grounded in reality. They acknowledge that "it's better to stay put instead of choosing a side," perhaps realizing that change is not always easy or straightforward. The lines "you are not scared, but you will feel the shame this time" suggest some sort of consequence or fallout that may come from making a decision or taking a risk.
The middle section of the song portrays a sense of isolation and abandonment, with the singer seemingly left behind while others join the "crowd." The refrain to "stay down" echoes this sense of resignation - perhaps it is better to not try and fail, to accept one's lot in life and make peace with it. The juxtaposition of this resigned attitude with the nostalgic imagery of the rain pouring over a suburban roof speaks to a bittersweet sense of longing for something more.
Overall, the lyrics to "North" weave together a tapestry of conflicting emotions and desires, painting a picture of a person caught between the hope for change and a sense of resignation to the status quo.
Line by Line Meaning
New light. slips in through my venetian blinds.
Daylight is filtering through the window blinds, signaling the start of a new day.
let's fly out now. it will light up your mind.
Let's take a spontaneous trip to experience new things and expand our minds.
it still burns in the west. make it cozy here up north. but it still stays the same. and it still smells the same.
The sun still sets in the west, but we can create a comfortable home in the north. Despite the change of location, some things remain constant and familiar.
it's better to stay put instead of choosing a side.
Sometimes it's wiser to remain neutral rather than taking a stance on a divisive issue.
you are not scared. but you will feel the shame this time.
You may not be afraid, but your actions may leave you feeling shameful in the future.
watch you join the crowd. leaving me with scornful smile.
Observing you follow the crowd and abandon individuality leaves me feeling disappointed and judgmental.
stay down. don't fool yourself to let it out. for just a short while. a chance to feel all right.
Suppress your emotions and don't deceive yourself into thinking temporary relief will solve your problems.
rain still pours. on a roof of a small suburban house. it still sounds the same. it still tastes the same.
The sound and taste of rain remain consistent, even when it falls on different houses in a suburban area.
if we could only just one time. before we'll be divided. if we could only just once reach out. out of our small lives.
If we could share a unique experience together before we go our separate ways, and step outside our typical routines, it could prevent us from feeling divided and disconnected.
then there would be no more.
With this shared experience, we would hopefully eliminate any feelings of separation or alienation from each other.
Contributed by Jonathan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.