Killing Time
The Creatures Lyrics

I wait and wait... sleepwalk the hourglass
I am endlessly waiting for something to happen, but time seems to be slipping away from me, with every second feeling like a dream that has lost its meaning and purpose.

This way and that... the pendulum swings
Life has a way of constantly changing direction, making it difficult to keep up and stay on a clear path. The ups and downs can feel like a never-ending cycle.

Yes, there's plenty of time... always time left to kill
Despite the feeling of time slipping away, there's still plenty left to waste and squander. The abundance of time can be both a blessing and a curse.

Does time stand still or hurtle on by?
The paradoxical nature of time is both fascinating and perplexing. Is it a static entity, or does it flow past us at an unrelenting pace?

Let time unwind... let all the cogs fall out
It's tempting to let go of the mundane constraints of life and let time unravel without any structure. Removing the gears of the machine of life and letting them fall where they may can be liberating in its own way.

Let man's machines collapse and rust
The relentless march of technology and the advancements of human civilization can be overwhelming. Sometimes, it's comforting to imagine a world where the machines that we have built cease to exist, and we're left with the simplicity of life before technology.

Face down in the dust... I'll kiss no other lips
Even in the darkest and most desolate times, there's always something to hold onto. The singer's loyalty to a loved one is unwavering, and even in the face of destruction and despair, they refuse to compromise.

A lifetime of nothing, condemned without you
Life without someone who gives it meaning and purpose can be a bleak and empty existence. The fear of being alone is crippling and all-consuming, and love is what gives life its value.

Been so long here... I could die here
The familiarity of a place can be comforting and soothing, but it can also be a trap that keeps you in place forever. Time can get away from you, and before you know it, you've spent a lifetime in one spot.

Lying by your side
The artist has found a sense of peace and comfort in the arms of their loved one. Life is meaningless without them, and all they want is to be close to the one they care about.

But time won't claim me, time and me only
Even though time can feel like an oppressor or a limiting force, it's also the only entity that can take the singer away from their reality. Time is both a creator and a destroyer, and the singer is at its mercy.

I'm just killing time
The artist is aware that their existence is futile and meaningless without a purpose. They're just passing the time, waiting for something to happen, but deep down, they know that nothing ever will.

If the sun went out, I wouldn't mind too much
The singer is so disconnected from the world that they wouldn't care if something as monumental as the sun going out took place. They're numb to life and its dramatic events.

Who needs the days to trouble to fill?
Every day can feel like a struggle, and the responsibilities of life can be overwhelming. The singer is questioning whether any of it is worth the effort.

If the moon didn't rise, I wouldn't be upset
The moon is often associated with romanticism and beauty, but the singer is so jaded that the loss of such an iconic symbol of love and wonder would have no effect on them.

Who needs moonshine to cause tears to spill?
Life is filled with enough tragedy and sadness that the loss of a symbolic reminder of love would be the least of the artist's worries.

Under dying sky
The artist is aware that the world around them is collapsing and deteriorating, and the sky is a symbol of the end times. They're resigned to their fate and are ready for whatever comes next.

This thirst and hunger holds no wonder
The singer is so apathetic to life that even the basic human needs of thirst and hunger hold no meaning for them. They're just going through the motions, waiting for life to be over.

I await your return, There's no other one.
Despite everything, the singer is still holding onto their love for one person. They're waiting for this person to come back to them, and they don't care about anyone else. It's the only thing that makes life bearable.