Visions
The Elderberries Lyrics
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Fearing what may come but stuck with what is done
Filled with so much dread, I tried to run instead
To a place that no one knows, to avoid my future woes
There's no future, that's decided
You can't tell me, who I will be
From the path that I have seen, leading to my end
I will not believe this way, has been meant for me
So I'll try and make the turn, and change what will be
The lyrics to The Elderberries's "Visions" depict a sense of apprehension and uncertainty about the future. The singer describes having visions or premonitions that float through their mind, causing them to fear what lies ahead. They feel trapped by past actions and decisions, unable to escape the consequences that have already been set in motion. The weight of this dread becomes overwhelming, leading them to consider running away to a secret place, hoping to avoid the troubles that await them.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's refusal to believe in a predetermined future. They reject any notion that someone can accurately predict or dictate who they will become. This assertion challenges the idea that destiny or fate control one's life. It is a defiant statement that asserts their autonomy and determination to forge their own path, regardless of what others may say or believe.
The lyrics also suggest the presence of guiding lights that will help the singer stay on track and navigate through life. These lights symbolize inner strength and resilience, providing guidance and preventing them from straying into self-destructive paths. Despite the dark visions and the sense of an impending end, the singer maintains hope by acknowledging the existence of these guiding lights.
The conclusion of the song expresses the singer's refusal to accept that their current path is predetermined and unchangeable. They reject the idea that their future has been decided and decide to actively try to alter their fate. This determination to take control and change their course underscores the belief that one's future is not set in stone and can be shaped through conscious effort and decision-making.
Line by Line Meaning
Visions I have had, floating through my mind
I have experienced vivid and unsettling visions that persistently occupy my thoughts
Fearing what may come but stuck with what is done
Feeling afraid of the uncertain future, yet unable to escape the consequences of past actions
Filled with so much dread, I tried to run instead
Overwhelmed by immense fear, I desperately attempted to avoid facing the inevitable
To a place that no one knows, to avoid my future woes
Seeking refuge in an unknown location to evade the troubles that await me in the future
There's no future, that's decided
The idea that there is a predetermined future has no validity
You can't tell me, who I will be
Others do not have the authority to dictate or predict my future self
The lights will show the way, will never let me stray
Guidance and illumination will consistently steer me on the intended path, preventing deviation
From the path that I have seen, leading to my end
The course I have envisioned and identified will ultimately lead me to my ultimate outcome
I will not believe this way, has been meant for me
I refuse to accept that this predetermined path has been predestined for my existence
So I'll try and make the turn, and change what will be
Therefore, I will endeavor to alter my course and modify the predetermined outcome
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Ryan Sutton, Yann Clavaizolle, James Pope, Thomas Pope, Christopher Boulton
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