ORION
The Dove & The Wolf Lyrics


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Feeling perplexed as he searches for purpose
You see the show, not behind the curtains
The absurdist burdens of this circus
The shortages in the circuits he stuffs down til it's dormant
I hate to inform this
But I can't help, but feel like I was born to live
And teach a corpse to swim sporting a fileted dorsal fin
Mind on my business like all that's corporate
Finding my way through the detours and fork splits
Wading through angels, gorgons and horned wigs
Experiences hoarded, survived the horrid
Been around the track, bet the horses
While they pour chips and put more bids on the morbid

Mourning mornings
Catch a signal like a cordless or Morse clicks
That say you aren't that nor this
Word to the night, son knows how it feels to be orphaned
Big dreams, so I plan it and find my orbit
Preaching to the choir, feel it in your organs
My sermon of how to wear honor like an ornament
I swung the sword tip for the war wins
This is the black cloud's storm drip
I stormed it with a stern lip
And it's my funeral, but til then I'm at your service

In turn it's best the terms is less permanent
I was left in ruins, turf singed
Yearning for times that weren't
Telling my own version until it converted
Court is adjourned and that's the verdict
Conditions worsened since the soul got worn in
Without warning was a shot, I heard it




It said take me wherever the fall lands
Follow them silver lights, why stall, man

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "Orion" by The Dove and the Wolf explore themes of confusion, purpose, and personal growth. The singer is feeling perplexed and in search of his purpose, but realizes that what he sees on the surface is not the whole picture. The burden of navigating through life's absurdities and uncertainties is compared to a circus, with shortages in the circuits representing suppressed emotions. Despite this, the singer feels a sense of duty to live and learn, even in the face of difficulty.


Throughout the song, the lyrics convey a sense of introspection and resilience. The singer acknowledges that he must navigate through detours and make difficult decisions, encountering both positive and negative experiences. The use of metaphors like "wading through angels, gorgons and horned wigs" suggests a journey through a variety of challenges and influences. The lyrics also touch upon themes of mourning, orphanhood, and the importance of finding one's purpose and direction in life.


Line by Line Meaning

Feeling perplexed as he searches for purpose
Experiencing confusion and uncertainty while seeking a meaningful existence


You see the show, not behind the curtains
Observing superficial appearances rather than understanding the underlying truth


The absurdist burdens of this circus
The nonsensical challenges and difficulties of life


The shortages in the circuits he stuffs down til it's dormant
Suppressing and ignoring the emotional and mental struggles until they become dormant


I hate to inform this
Regrettably, I must share this information


But I can't help, but feel like I was born to live
I cannot shake the feeling that I have a purpose in life


And teach a corpse to swim sporting a fileted dorsal fin
To guide and inspire others in seemingly impossible situations


Mind on my business like all that's corporate
Focusing solely on my own affairs, like the corporate world


Finding my way through the detours and fork splits
Navigating through unexpected obstacles and difficult choices


Wading through angels, gorgons and horned wigs
Navigating through various challenges, both positive and negative


Experiences hoarded, survived the horrid
Accumulating and enduring difficult experiences


Been around the track, bet the horses
Having had numerous experiences and taken risks


While they pour chips and put more bids on the morbid
While others indulge in negativity and dwell on dark matters


Mourning mornings
Grieving the loss and hardships of each new day


Catch a signal like a cordless or Morse clicks
Receiving signs or messages without direct physical connection


That say you aren't that nor this
Suggesting that one doesn't fit into predefined categories or expectations


Word to the night, son knows how it feels to be orphaned
Acknowledging the feeling of loneliness and abandonment


Big dreams, so I plan it and find my orbit
Having ambitious aspirations and strategizing to achieve them


Preaching to the choir, feel it in your organs
Sharing wisdom and advice with those who already understand and resonate with it


My sermon of how to wear honor like an ornament
Spreading a message of embodying integrity and pride


I swung the sword tip for the war wins
Engaging in battles and conflicts to achieve victories


This is the black cloud's storm drip
Representing the negative and oppressive influence of a dark cloud


I stormed it with a stern lip
Confronting the adversity with determination and seriousness


And it's my funeral, but til then I'm at your service
Acknowledging personal sacrifices while remaining dedicated to serving others


In turn it's best the terms is less permanent
It is advisable for agreements and arrangements to be flexible


I was left in ruins, turf singed
Being emotionally and physically damaged, with one's environment affected


Yearning for times that weren't
Longing for a past that was not burdened by struggles


Telling my own version until it converted
Narrating my personal story until it transforms and inspires


Court is adjourned and that's the verdict
The legal proceedings have ended, and the decision is final


Conditions worsened since the soul got worn in
Deterioration occurred as the inner self became exhausted


Without warning was a shot, I heard it
Suddenly, I heard a gunshot without any prior indication


It said take me wherever the fall lands
The voice implied being open to new paths and outcomes


Follow them silver lights, why stall, man
Pursue the guiding lights and don't hesitate




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Cody Wolfe

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