Melt
Terra Spencer Lyrics
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The afterglow omen of a disappeared spark
The snowflakes are memories too heavy to lift
With no will to move them I let my mind drift
Each snowflake reminds me how warm your love felt
I watch them as they fall down and wait for them to melt
The summer was heaven, the winter is long
Now we've lost the power to fix what went wrong
They turn into teardrops that freeze on my face
Each snowflake reminds me how warm your love felt
I watch them as they fall down and wait for them to melt
I bury my treasures in a bank of mistakes
My arms feeling empty with no angels to make
Each snowflake is different, its own time and place
And I pray that the sunshine will take every trace
Of these snowflakes, they remind me how warm your love felt
I watch them as they fall down and wait for them to melt
I watch them as they fall down and wait for them to melt
In Terra Spencer's song "Melt," the lyrics depict the emotional journey of a person who is reminiscing about a lost love during the winter season. The opening lines, "The snow's piling high, the streetlight goes dark / The afterglow omen of a disappeared spark," set the somber tone. The singer observes the snowfall, which symbolizes the memories and emotions that are weighing heavily on their heart.
The snowflakes represent the memories of the warm love they once shared. Each snowflake reminds them of the warmth and affection they felt during their relationship. However, the singer acknowledges that they can no longer hold onto these memories and experiences, as represented by the line "With no will to move them, I let my mind drift." They are aware that they cannot change what went wrong in their relationship, symbolized by their inability to lift the heavy snowflakes.
The transition from the summer, which was described as heaven, to the long and cold winter reflects the contrast between the happiness they once had and the current loneliness they feel. The snowflakes erase the footprints that once spelled their love interest's name, and as they fall, they turn into freezing teardrops on the singer's face. This imagery represents the pain and sadness caused by their lost love.
The singer then speaks of burying their treasures, which could refer to their memories and emotions, in a "bank of mistakes." This suggests that they have made errors in their relationship, and now they feel empty without the presence of their love interest, whom they refer to as angels. The unique nature of each snowflake symbolizes how every moment in their relationship had its own significance and importance.
Finally, the singer hopes for the arrival of sunshine to melt the snowflakes, indicating their desire for healing and letting go of the past. They yearn for the memories to fade away, as represented by the line "And I pray that the sunshine will take every trace." The repetition of the chorus, "Each snowflake reminds me how warm your love felt / I watch them as they fall down and wait for them to melt," serves as a reflection of the singer's longing to move on from the pain of their lost love while acknowledging the significance of those memories.
In summary, "Melt" by Terra Spencer captures the bittersweet emotions of a person reflecting on the warmth and love they once shared in a past relationship. The snowflakes symbolize memories and emotions that they struggle to let go of, ultimately yearning for the healing power of time to melt away those memories and allow them to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
The snow's piling high, the streetlight goes dark
The accumulation of snow symbolizes the weight of my emotions, while the disappearing streetlight represents the fading hope and light in my life.
The afterglow omen of a disappeared spark
The lingering glow after something beautiful has vanished is a sign of the lost connection and love that once existed.
The snowflakes are memories too heavy to lift
Each snowflake represents memories burdened with emotions that are too overwhelming and difficult to let go of.
With no will to move them I let my mind drift
Unable to find the strength to confront these memories, I allow my mind to wander aimlessly, avoiding the pain they bring.
Each snowflake reminds me how warm your love felt
Every snowflake serves as a reminder of the warmth and affection I once felt from your love, now lost and distant.
I watch them as they fall down and wait for them to melt
I observe the snowflakes descending, patiently waiting for them to dissolve, representing the hope for healing and moving on.
The summer was heaven, the winter is long
While the summer was a blissful time filled with joy and happiness, the winter feels never-ending and difficult without your presence.
Now we've lost the power to fix what went wrong
Sadly, we have reached a point where we lack the ability to mend and resolve the issues that caused our love to falter and fade away.
Your name spelled in footprints the snowflakes erase
The snowflakes obscure the footprints that once marked your name, symbolizing the fading memory of our shared experiences and affection.
They turn into teardrops that freeze on my face
As the snowflakes dissolve, they transform into tears that solidify upon my face, highlighting the emotional pain and sorrow I endure.
I bury my treasures in a bank of mistakes
I hide my cherished memories within a pit of regrets and past errors, seeking solace and refuge from the painful reminders they bring.
My arms feeling empty with no angels to make
The absence of love leaves me feeling hollow and devoid of comfort and support, as if the angels who brought joy are nowhere to be found.
Each snowflake is different, its own time and place
Just like snowflakes, every moment and experience in love is unique, occurring in its own specific context and timeframe.
And I pray that the sunshine will take every trace
I hold onto the hope that the warmth of the sun will eventually erase all remnants of pain and heartbreak, bringing a fresh start.
Of these snowflakes, they remind me how warm your love felt
The snowflakes serve as constant reminders of the comfort and warmth I once experienced through your love, now only a distant memory.
I watch them as they fall down and wait for them to melt
As I observe the snowflakes descending, I patiently wait for their eventual disappearance, symbolizing the longing for healing and release from the past.
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Written by: Terra Spencer
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