the invitation
The Black Heart Procession Lyrics
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You will find them so willing
You will find them in the shadows
You will find us in the shadows
We hide
The lyrics in The Black Heart Procession's song, The Invitation, are somewhat cryptic and open to interpretation. It could be interpreted as a song about death and the afterlife, where a departed loved one will always be present in the shadows of the singer's life. The loved one may have found others who are also willing to exist in the shadows, indicating a sense of comfort in the unknown and unexplored. The phrase "we hide" emphasizes the secretive nature of this existence, as if they are hiding from the light and the living.
Alternatively, the song could also be seen as a reflection on the nature of life and the human psyche. The shadows are a metaphor for the darker, less explored aspects of the human mind, where one can find both comfort and fear. The "invitation" may be interpreted as a call to explore these hidden aspects of consciousness, and to find comfort and acceptance within them.
Line by Line Meaning
You will always be here with me
No matter what happens, my memories of you will stay with me.
You will find them so willing
The people we encounter are eager to join us in whatever we're doing.
You will find them in the shadows
Our companions are often overlooked or hidden from sight.
You will find us in the shadows
We ourselves prefer to remain unnoticed, lurking in the darkness.
We hide
It's in our nature to keep a low profile and keep our true intentions concealed.
Contributed by Jeremiah V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.