Fragile
Summer (Vocal) Lyrics
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Drying in the color of the evening sun
Tomorrow's rain will wash the stains away
But something in our minds will always stay
Perhaps this final act was meant
To clinch a lifetime's argument
That nothing comes from violence and nothing ever could
For all those born beneath an angry star
Lest we forget how fragile we are
On and on the rain will fall
Like tears from a star
Like tears from a star
On and on the rain will say
How fragile we are
How fragile we are
On and on the rain will fall
Like tears from a star
Like tears from a star
On and on the rain will say
How fragile we are
How fragile we are
How fragile we are
How fragile we are
The song “Fragile” by Summer (Vocal) is a hauntingly beautiful piece about the fragility of life and how even the strongest of individuals can be brought down by the violent acts of others. The opening lines, “If blood will flow when flesh and steel are one, Drying in the color of the evening sun” depicts the violent act and the bloodshed that results from it. But the following lines, “Tomorrow's rain will wash the stains away, But something in our minds will always stay” suggest that even though physical wounds may heal, the psychological scars remain forever.
The second verse, “Perhaps this final act was meant, To clinch a lifetime's argument, That nothing comes from violence and nothing ever could” suggests that the violent act was unnecessary and only resulted in futility. The following lines, “For all those born beneath an angry star, Lest we forget how fragile we are” highlights the fact that none of us are immune to violence, and that we must remember how fragile life is.
Finally, the refrain “On and on the rain will fall, Like tears from a star, Like tears from a star, On and on the rain will say, How fragile we are, How fragile we are” drives home the message that even nature mourns the violence and destruction that human beings are capable of.
Overall, “Fragile” is a poignant reminder of the preciousness of life and the importance of empathy and compassion towards others.
Line by Line Meaning
If blood will flow when flesh and steel are one
When we combine the brutality of war with the fragility of the human body, it's a recipe for bloodshed and carnage.
Drying in the color of the evening sun
As the blood dries and takes on a crimson hue, it creates a powerful visual reminder of the violence that took place.
Tomorrow's rain will wash the stains away
While the physical bloodstains may be washed away, the emotional and psychological impact of violence and war can last far longer.
But something in our minds will always stay
Even if we manage to forget the details of a particular act of violence, the memory of it will continue to haunt us in some way.
Perhaps this final act was meant
It's possible that the violence and bloodshed we see around us is our collective destiny, that it's somehow fated to be this way.
To clinch a lifetime's argument
There's a long-standing debate about whether violence and aggression are natural human traits or whether they are learned behaviors. Perhaps the prevalence of violence in our world is meant to settle this argument once and for all.
That nothing comes from violence and nothing ever could
Despite the fact that humans have been engaging in violence for millennia, it has never ultimately resolved any conflict or led to lasting peace.
For all those born beneath an angry star
For those of us born into difficult circumstances or living in violent, tumultuous times, the fragility of our existence is all the more apparent.
Lest we forget how fragile we are
It's important to remember that all of us, regardless of socio-economic status or cultural background, are fragile beings who can be hurt or destroyed by violence.
On and on the rain will fall
The rain serves as a powerful metaphor for the washing away of violence, but also for the relentless nature of violence and its ability to keep falling like rain.
Like tears from a star
The beauty and mystery of the stars stand in stark contrast to the violence of humanity. The tears that fall from them could represent the tears that are shed because of violence.
How fragile we are
The refrain of the song is a stark reminder of our own fragility and the importance of treating ourselves and others with care and compassion.
How fragile we are
The repetition of this line underscores the central message of the song, that the fragility of our existence is something that should never be forgotten.
How fragile we are
The final utterance of this line serves as a haunting reminder of just how tenuous and precious our existence really is.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GORDON SUMNER
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Unfortunately always timeless. Thank you Sting for writing and Summer for singing