I Have the Moon
The Magnetic Fields Lyrics


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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 Magnetic Fields’ “I Have the Moon” presents a beautifully simplistic metaphor. The lyrics suggest two different entities, one representing the night and the other the day, coming together in a tragic and ultimately fruitless relationship. The repetition of “you have the sun, I have the moon” emphasizes the stark dichotomy between the two. The first verse describes a history of violence and persecution, but also the persistent survival of the two. This is followed by the second verse where the lovers are separated by their incompatibility. The third and final verse hints at mortality, with one partner fated to perish and the other forced to live on. The closing line, “but let me kiss you once again,” could suggest a longing for comfort even in the face of inevitable tragedy.

Overall, “I Have the Moon” is a love song that highlights the distance and difference between two individuals. The metaphorical contrast between the sun and the moon creates an effective parallel for the relatable theme of two people who are fundamentally incompatible. As the chorus repeats, the words seem to lament the inability of the two entities to share a mutual existence, a poignant sentiment that is complemented by the sparse but evocative melody.


Line by Line Meaning

We have walked in ancient times
We have lived through history, seen things that people today can only imagine.


And we've been burned for many crimes
We've faced a lot of punishment, hate, and anger for things we may or may not have done.


We have ended many lives
We've caused the death of many people.


But we never really died
We may have been hurt, but we've never truly gone away.


You have the sun, I have the moon
I am the opposite of you, the dark to your light, the calm to your intensity.


You have to fly around the world all day
You have to work hard, always moving and doing, never taking a break.


To keep the sun upon your face
To always have the bright, warm light shining on you.


I'd like to come and comfort you
I want to help you through your struggles and provide you with support.


But I'd be blinded by the blue
But if I were to be with you, the light would be too much for me to handle, it would blind me.


You're bound to die under the sun
You are mortal, you will eventually pass away.


And I'll be doomed to carry on
I, on the other hand, will continue to exist beyond your lifetime.


You have become like other men
You are no longer unique or special, you blend in with everyone else.


But let me kiss you once again
But even though you're not extraordinary, I still love you and want to show affection.


You have the sun, I have the moon
I am the opposite of you, the dark to your light, the calm to your intensity.




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Giustino Scalise

I just discovered this band a couple of months ago and it was because of this video. I'm in love with this band now. Thank you so much for helping me to discover them.

sktttrbrain

Justin Scalise oh that's so cool!!:) happy to be the one who made you discover them

epicmeade

It's been pointed out to me that this beautiful song is really just the storyline of the movie LadyHawk set to music. while that may be true, that's fine with me. Whatever the inspiration, the result is a wonderful timeless work of art.

didoma73

lyrics like these can only come from great, great minds

Jason Yates

My favorite record about vampires. Thank for the post!

Glider Contreras

i love the moon

Giustino Scalise

I fucking love this song

Mo Linus Johannes

<3

Hypno Toad

Thanks "American Gods"

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