Known members:
Paul Johnson (Vocals)
Mike Cook
Stated influences:
From Creedence to Mudvayne
Eclipse
Sundayveil Lyrics
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I'm a landslide
I'm the mirror
The three eyes blind
You're the thorn that drives
In my side
I'm the door you stab all the pins inside [?]
I've been righteous,
I've been lost but not entirely
Though the wicked hands
Lead us astray,
A boy alone is just afraid [?]
Desensitized but not too numb to feel
What if we find
That in our lies
There's a need to try to make things right this time
For both our lives
There's a need to try to leave this all behind
I'm a young man,
Wanna see the world,
Wanna fall in love
With one girl
Live both day and night inside her eyes
Set apon the roads in time [?]
Desensitized but not too numb to feel
What if we find
That in our lies
There's a need to try to make things right this time
For both our lives
There's a need to try to leave this all behind
Desensitized but not too numb to feel
'Cause all my life I've searched for something real
I'm a mountain
I'm a landslide
I'm a mirror
The three eyes blind
You're the thorn that drives
In my side
I'm the door you stab all the pins inside [?]
The lyrics of Sundayveil's "Eclipse" outline the complexities of a relationship. The singer talks about himself as being a mountain or a landslide, implying that he is strong and immovable, but he also represents himself as a mirror, which makes him appear vulnerable, easily reflecting whatever is happening around him. The line "The three eyes blind" signifies a third party, and how even though their presence is pervasive, they are unable to see the whole picture or their involvement in it. The line, "You're the thorn that drives in my side" evokes the notion of someone, possibly a former partner, causing the singer pain or irritation, as if a splinter in the skin.
The line "I'm the door you stab all the pins inside" refers to being taken advantage of, with the other person using the singer as an emotional punching bag. The lyrics then move to the contemplation of trying to make it right, to leave all the negativity behind and find something genuine, something that both parties can cherish, and create a meaningful relationship. However, the notion of being desensitized but not numb touches upon jadedness, that the singer has been through it all before, and while they are not wholly incapable of feeling, they are hesitant to trust again.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a mountain
I am strong and sturdy, a symbol of stability and consistency.
I'm a landslide
I am a sudden and powerful force of change, able to shift and alter the landscape at a moment's notice.
I'm the mirror
I am a reflection of reality, showing the truth of what is in front of me.
The three eyes blind
The person I am addressing cannot fully see the reality in front of them, as they are blinded by their own biases and preconceptions.
You're the thorn that drives in my side
You are the source of pain and discomfort in my life, despite my efforts to ignore or remove you.
I'm the door you stab all the pins inside
You are able to penetrate and hurt me even further, despite my attempts to protect myself from you.
I've been righteous, I've been guilty
I have experienced both sides of the moral spectrum, from being virtuous to being immoral.
I've been lost but not entirely
I have felt aimless and uncertain at times, but have never completely lost sight of who I am and what I value.
Though the wicked hands lead us astray, a boy alone is just afraid
Even when the influence of others leads us towards destructive or harmful behaviors, it is often fear and uncertainty that keep us following along.
Desensitized but not too numb to feel
While I am able to ignore and push aside some emotions, I still maintain a degree of sensitivity and awareness.
What if we find that in our lies, there's a need to try to make things right this time, for both our lives
If we acknowledge the falsehoods and deceptions in our lives, we may see the need to take action to improve our situations and relationships, ultimately benefiting everyone involved.
There's a need to try to leave this all behind
We should strive to let go of past mistakes and negative experiences, and move forward towards a better future.
I'm a young man, wanna see the world, wanna fall in love with one girl
I am filled with ambition and desire, seeking new experiences and the love of a significant other.
Live both day and night inside her eyes, set upon the roads in time
I want to be fully immersed in a loving relationship and explore the world together, traveling and experiencing life's adventures.
Desensitized but not too numb to feel, 'cause all my life I've searched for something real
Despite my ability to ignore some emotions, my search for genuine and meaningful experiences has kept me in touch with my feelings and values.
Contributed by Ella H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.