The Queenstons is an alias of Emma Essex under the Halley Labs label. They … Read Full Bio ↴The Queenstons is an alias of Emma Essex under the Halley Labs label. They were originally envisioned a "duo" comprised of Renard and Jackal Queenston, but that was later ignored and the alias is currently portrayed as the "Figurehead" design. They produce anthem style drum and bass with influences from liquid DnB and trancestep, many times much happier than the other drum and bass alias Jackal Queenston. The Queenstons is also one of the few aliases that has original vocals.

Quiet Man
The Queenstons Lyrics

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You may have seen me along the way
I am the quiet man, i'm quiet every day
I've got a story that i dare not speak
Passersby feeling weak
Sit the fall and through the spring and the summer
On this bench in the park
I try to stay inside, away in the winter
The evenings are too dark

Have a seat by my side, i'm the quiet man
I won't talk, i won't tell

Tell me what's been on your mind, let me take your hand
Let me know, i'm the wishing well

Overall Meaning

The Queenstons's song Quiet Man speaks to the experience of a solitary figure who sits on a bench in a park every day, reluctant to share the story that he carries within him. The singer of the song is known as the quiet man, a nod to his habit of keeping to himself and not revealing much about his life or his past. The track hints at a sense of loneliness that comes with being silent and disconnected from others, as the quiet man observes passersby feeling weak and spends his evenings sitting on the bench, waiting for the day to end.

Despite his reluctance to speak about his own life, the quiet man is open to listening to others. He invites anyone who wants to talk to share what has been on their mind, asking them to take his hand as if he can offer comfort and support - a metaphorical wishing well. There is a sense of compassion in the quiet man's offer, even if he does not disclose much about himself. The song's lyrics create a poignant portrait of a person caught between their inner world and the outside world, trying to balance their need for privacy with their desire for human connection.

Line by Line Meaning

You may have seen me along the way
I have been around, but I try to blend in and not be noticed.

I am the quiet man, i'm quiet every day
I prefer solitude and do not feel the need to make small talk or engage in conversations with others.

I've got a story that i dare not speak
There are things in my past or thoughts in my head that are too personal or painful to share with others.

Passersby feeling weak
My presence may have a calming effect on those who are feeling lost, sad or troubled.

Sit the fall and through the spring and the summer, On this bench in the park
I spend a lot of time observing and thinking, usually outdoors and in public spaces.

I try to stay inside, away in the winter, The evenings are too dark
I am affected by seasonal changes and prefer to stay indoors during harsh weather conditions or when nights are long.

Have a seat by my side, i'm the quiet man
Even though I may not initiate or lead the conversation, I am willing to listen and give comfort to those who need it.

I won't talk, i won't tell
I respect others' privacy and boundaries, and will not pressure them to share things they do not want to.

Tell me what's been on your mind, let me take your hand
I am understanding, empathetic and willing to offer emotional support and guidance to those who need it.

Let me know, i'm the wishing well
I am a source of hope and positive energy, and others can trust me to keep their secrets and offer them kindness and reassurance.

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