I Have the Moon You Have the Internet
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We have walked in ancient times
And we've been burned for many crimes
We have ended many lives
But we never really died

You have the sun, I have the moon

You have to fly around the world all day
To keep the sun upon your face
I'd like to come and comfort you
But I'd be blinded by the blue

You have the sun, I have the moon

You're bound to die under the sun
And I'll be doomed to carry on
You have become like other men
But let me kiss you once again





You have the sun, I have the moon

Overall Meaning

The Field's song "I Have the Moon You Have the Internet" is a captivating piece that speaks to the inevitability of time and the constant cycle of life and death. The opening lines suggest a connection to the past, where humans have experienced triumphs and failures, resulting in their demise. However, the lyrics imply that even though we have faced physical death, our existence continues in some way.


The following lyrics, "You have the sun, I have the moon," allude to the different paths people take in life. The sun represents the busy, work-driven lifestyle that society adheres to, while the moon represents a more relaxed, introspective lifestyle. The lines "You have to fly around the world all day/To keep the sun upon your face" suggest the constant effort that one must exert to maintain their success and status in life. On the other hand, the singer, who has chosen a different path, cannot offer the same level of support to their counterpart, as they would be blinded by the sun.


The last verse speaks to the inevitability of death, and how it affects people differently. The lines, "You're bound to die under the sun/And I'll be doomed to carry on" suggest that society's emphasis on success is ultimately futile, as death is inevitable. However, the singer's desire to reconnect with their counterpart and "kiss [them] once again," shows that even in the face of death, human connections and relationships are still essential.


Line by Line Meaning

We have walked in ancient times
As a collective, humanity has experienced a lengthy and complicated history.


And we've been burned for many crimes
Throughout our history, we have been punished and penalized for our actions.


We have ended many lives
We, as humans, have caused death and destruction throughout history.


But we never really died
Despite all of our hardships, we have persevered and continued to exist as a species.


You have the sun, I have the moon
Although we are different individuals, we complement each other and have our unique qualities.


You have to fly around the world all day
As someone who is always on the go, you struggle to find a moment of rest and relaxation.


To keep the sun upon your face
Your lifestyle is dictated by the need to stay in the light, and you are willing to make sacrifices to maintain it.


I'd like to come and comfort you
Despite the distance between us, I wish to provide you solace and support.


But I'd be blinded by the blue
However, I am limited by my own shortcomings and lack the necessary skills and resources to help you succeed.


You're bound to die under the sun
Your fast-paced lifestyle is taking a toll on you, and it is inevitable that you will face consequences as a result.


And I'll be doomed to carry on
Despite the challenges we both face, we must both persevere and continue to move forward in our lives.


You have become like other men
Despite your unique qualities, you have fallen into the same traps and pitfalls as other people.


But let me kiss you once again
Despite this, I still love and care for you deeply.


You have the sun, I have the moon
Once again, we are two separate individuals with unique qualities that complement each other.




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