Lydia
The Magic Lantern Lyrics

Oh Lydia
Addressing Lydia, the singer calls out her name.

Don't believe the hype
The singer advises Lydia not to buy into all the rumors or exaggerations.

There's nothing you can find 'round here
Lydia won't find anything worthwhile here.

And you might have to turn around
Lydia may need to go back to the beginning.

And start all over again
Lydia will have to begin anew.

'Cause at least then you'll be headed
But at least she'll be going in the right direction.

Where the sun can warm your skin
The singer points out this is where she needs to go.

And then you'll know
And then Lydia will finally realize.

I meant it well
That the artist had good intentions all along.

Lydia
The song title is repeated.

But promises of green and gold
Referring to empty promises of success and wealth.

Will turn to turtle shell
These promises will become worthless.

And fall like autumn rain from your eyes
Lydia will feel betrayed.

And in the pools that form around
The singer points out the metaphorical pools of tears or rain that will form at her feet.

Your tired and angry feet
Her feet will be exhausted from all her effort.

There'll be scattered lights reflecting
The pools will reflect the lights of the dawn or hope, even though fleeting.

All the dreams you just can't carry anymore
All the dreams that have become too much for Lydia to hold onto.

So let them go, go, go
The singer advises Lydia to let go of her dreams and move forward.

Lydia
Repeating the song title.

Then just go home
The artist may prefer for Lydia to return home.

But sure as what has been is done
The artist points out that the past is unchangeable.

You'll sing your own song
Lydia must continue regardless and be confident in herself.

A warning's just a challenge to carry on
Warnings could be motivating to challenge Lydia.

And maybe you'll outsmart us all
Lydia has it in her to be successful and surpass everyone's expectations.

And see your name in lights
Lydia has the potential to be a star.

But though every door looks the same
Although opportunities may all look similar,

Only one can lead you back the way you came
Lydia must figure out which way can lead to a better future.

Don't lose your way
The artist advises Lydia not to lose track of her goals.

Lydia
The title is reiterated for the final time.

Then just go home
The singer reiterates Lydia should return home.

One day please come home
The line may imply that the singer hopes Lydia returns one day.