End of the Night
The Doors Lyrics
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End of the night, end of the night
Take a journey to the bright midnight
End of the night, end of the night
Realms of bliss, realms of light
Some are born to sweet delight
Some are born to sweet delight
End of the night, end of the night
End of the night, end of the night
Realms of bliss, realms of light
Some are born to sweet delight
Some are born to sweet delight
Some are born to the endless night
End of the night, end of the night
End of the night, end of the night
The Doors' song, End of the Night, is an exploration of the duality of life with its ups and downs. The lyrics ask the listener to take the highway to the end of the night, which is both a physical and metaphorical journey. The "end of the night" represents the end of life, and the song entices the listener to take a journey to the bright midnight, the unknown, and the afterlife.
The phrase "realms of bliss, realms of light" refers to various interpretations of heaven or an afterlife. The next verse complicates this concept, some are born to sweet delight, while others are born to the endless night, suggesting that not everyone will experience the same fate. The repetition of the lyrics and chorus increase the impact of this idea, emphasizing the inevitability of the end of life and the importance of how we choose to live it.
The song also has a bluesy, psychedelic quality, with Ray Manzarek's haunting keyboard melodies, John Densmore's syncopated drumming and Robby Krieger's guitar solo. Lead singer Jim Morrison's vocals are moody and emotive, adding to the melancholic atmosphere. Ultimately, End of the Night is a poignant reminder to live life on our own terms, and to find meaning in both the good and the bad.
Line by Line Meaning
Take the highway to the end of the night
Embark on a journey towards the unknown and experience the darkness and obscurity that it holds
End of the night, end of the night
Repeatedly emphasize the impending arrival of the night's conclusion
Take a journey to the bright midnight
Continue with the journey despite its challenging nature and try to find hope and light in the midst of darkness
Realms of bliss, realms of light
Referencing to an alternate reality where everything is peaceful, harmonious and perfect
Some are born to sweet delight
Acknowledging the reality that some people are born into favorable circumstances and are fortunate to experience a happy and fulfilling life
Some are born to the endless night
Acknowledge the unfortunate circumstances that some people are born into, where their life is full of struggle, pain and hardship
End of the night, end of the night
Repeatedly emphasize the impending arrival of the night's conclusion
End of the night, end of the night
Repeatedly emphasize the impending arrival of the night's conclusion
Realms of bliss, realms of light
Referencing to an alternate reality where everything is peaceful, harmonious and perfect
Some are born to sweet delight
Acknowledging the reality that some people are born into favorable circumstances and are fortunate to experience a happy and fulfilling life
Some are born to the endless night
Acknowledge the unfortunate circumstances that some people are born into, where their life is full of struggle, pain and hardship
End of the night, end of the night
Repeatedly emphasize the impending arrival of the night's conclusion
End of the night, end of the night
Repeatedly emphasize the impending arrival of the night's conclusion
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Jim Morrison, John Paul Densmore, Raymond D Manzarek, Robert A Krieger
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