Elixir
Stonehand Lyrics
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The ignition of my pain sets aflame
Salt in the air from the endless game
No matter if you weep a thousand times
You will always find a new reason to feel dead inside
Deeper with more regret, the guilt cuts through my chest
Deeper with more regret, the guilt cuts through my chest
cavity
Waiting for the day you'll let me in
Roll the clocks back
Our hearts won't race forever
Please sing me to sleep
Quit playing with our dreams
Lose yourself in fantasy
Where you can run away with me
(Run away) run away with me
Let me dream away 'cause I'm nothing here
And that's how it's always been
This is what I ask of you
When you look into the mirror
Do you shield your beauty from your eyes?
If you feel the ground shatter, just take my hand
Under the influence I'll wait for you
Within the luminescence of the stars
We'll radiate like a new dawn
Like an elixir, life will be brought to you
Discovering what drives you to stay alive
Living by the heart
Feeling your escense flow
Removing the lens cap
You've been living in the darkness too long
You're not alone
Life (life will) rejuvenate
Begin again and start anew
"Blades of moonlight wisp across my face, the ignition of my pain sets aflame," these opening lines, create a vivid atmosphere of darkness and pain. The use of blades of moonlight wisp suggests the cutting feeling of pain, charging the air with a sinister atmosphere. Then, the lyrics move to reflect on the endless cycle of pain, in which an individual feels dead inside but always manages to find a new reason to that makes them feel the same way. The songwriter highlights the weight of guilt that an individual carries with them, with each time the regret gets deeper and cuts through the chest like a cavity.
The chorus is a plea for an escape from this pain. The writer is dreaming of a time when they can be with their lover, where their hearts won't race forever, and they can be in a place where their worries will disappear; where fantasy becomes their reality. The use of the phrase ”run away with me” emphasizes the desire for a chance to escape the darkness, to break the cycle of pain and live life anew. The writer then shifts their focus to their lover, asking if they shield their beauty from their eyes when they look in the mirror. This line is quite introspective and speaks about how self-perception ties into one's self-worth.
This song appears to be about the emotional pain one is experiencing, searching for an escape. The repeated use of darkness and pain emphasizes the cyclical nature of emotional pain, always present, always persistent. The writer aches for a place where they can escape their pain with their lover, where time stands still, and their worries disappear. Overall, the song is a reminder that everyone needs a helping hand, sometimes, and that we can find joy in the simple things in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Blades of moonlight wisp across my face
I feel the cool touch of light on my skin, like the sharp edge of a blade.
The ignition of my pain sets aflame
My pain hurts so much it's like a fire burning inside me.
Salt in the air from the endless game
The game of life is full of pain and tears that sting like salt.
No matter if you weep a thousand times
No matter how much you cry and suffer, you will keep feeling the pain.
You will always find a new reason to feel dead inside
You will always find something to make you feel empty and numb.
Deeper with more regret, the guilt cuts through my chest
The more regret and guilt I feel, the more it hurts me like a sharp pain in my chest.
cavity
This line may be an unfinished or intentionally ambiguous phrase, but it might suggest a mental or emotional void, as if there is an empty space or hole within Stonehand's psyche.
I'll always seach through the darkest hallways
I will keep looking for hope and light even in the darkest and scariest places.
Waiting for the day you'll let me in
I'm waiting for someone to let me into their heart, to truly accept and welcome me.
Roll the clocks back
This line might reflect a desire to go back in time, to undo mistakes, to regain lost innocence.
Our hearts won't race forever
Our lives won't be full of excitement and passion all the time, eventually things calm down and grow still.
Please sing me to sleep
I need someone to comfort and lull me to rest, to forget my worries for a while.
Quit playing with our dreams
This line might refer to feeling frustrated or disillusioned when dreams don't come true, or when people don't take them seriously.
Lose yourself in fantasy
Sometimes it's easier or safer to imagine a different reality than to face the one we're living in, to escape and create a new world in our mind.
Where you can run away with me
This line creates a sense of romantic escape, or a desire to share a fantasy with someone else.
(Run away) run away with me
This line repeats the previous one, stressing the idea of running away, abandoning reality and finding refuge in a dream.
Let me dream away 'cause I'm nothing here
I want to retreat into a dream or illusion because I feel like I'm worthless or invisible in the real world.
And that's how it's always been
This line implies a sense of inevitability, that things have always been a certain way and won't change anytime soon.
This is what I ask of you
I have a request or demand for you, perhaps related to a relationship or a situation.
When you look into the mirror
This line invites the listener to think about their own self-image, to reflect on their appearance, identity, and self-esteem.
Do you shield your beauty from your eyes?
This question might suggest that the listener is afraid or ashamed to see their own inner beauty, or that they hide it from themselves and others.
If you feel the ground shatter, just take my hand
In times of crisis or turmoil, turn to me and I'll support you, help you regain your balance and stability.
Under the influence I'll wait for you
This line could refer to being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or under the spell of love or obsession, waiting for someone to return or to notice me.
Within the luminescence of the stars
In the light of the stars shining in the dark sky, there is beauty, wonder, and guidance.
We'll radiate like a new dawn
Together, we'll shine and glow like the fresh start of a new day, bringing light and hope to each other.
Like an elixir, life will be brought to you
Like a magical potion that can cure diseases and prolong life, our love and connection will bring vitality and energy to your soul and body.
Discovering what drives you to stay alive
Together, we'll explore and find the reasons why life is worth living, what motivates and inspires us to keep going, despite the challenges and pain.
Living by the heart
We will prioritize our emotions, feelings, and passions, listening to our inner voice, and following our intuition.
Feeling your escense flow
This line could refer to feeling the essential, spiritual, or creative part of oneself flow freely and powerfully, like a river or a flame.
Removing the lens cap
This line might suggest removing the filter or the protective barrier that shields us from reality, exposing ourselves to the raw and unfiltered truth, seeing the world as it is.
You've been living in the darkness too long
You have been struggling with pain, sadness, or ignorance for too long, and it's time to step into the light, to face the truth, and to seek help and support.
You're not alone
No matter how hard it gets, or how isolated you feel, remember that you have people who care for you, and who will stand by your side through thick and thin.
Life (life will) rejuvenate
Even when things seem bleak and hopeless, life has the power to revive and renew itself, to create unexpected opportunities and joys.
Begin again and start anew
This line sums up the hope and optimism that pervades the song, that even in the midst of pain and despair, there is a chance to start fresh, to create a new future, to embrace life with all its ups and downs.
Contributed by Gavin A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
C Trusz
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Shamuel 33
the king of melodic hardcore
Elk
C Trusz I personally perfer Sweden.
They have Suis La Lune going for them, but I have always perfered skramz to traditional hardcore.
UTOPIA DREAMS
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Jacob Moorman
Completely speechless. This, this is truly something that needs to be heard. I needed, this song.
Sad Satan
Wow! I'm speechless! Such a beautiful voice and song!
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eckonut72
Ok so I know I'm 3 years late on this one .but holy crap this track is amazing! Full volume and dgaf cause this track SLAPS!
Eduardo Martín
Another amazing australian band, I don't even know how many of them I love already omg!
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