Violet
The Violet Burning Lyrics


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If I was a dancer I'd dance with you
If I was a dreamer I'd dream about you
If I was a blind man and had no eyes
I know you'd be by my side

Violets are blue, and blood is red
It fell from your hands and the thorns on your head
I heard you cry out loud and the day went black
They thought the stone in the door could hold you back

Violet won't you take my hand
And hold me like forever I want you

I've seen the world as it's growing darker
Silently you stand beside her
In a quiet voice you say, "This is the way"
And in the blackest night she sees the day

Violet won't you take my hand




And hold me like forever I want you
Violet I know we can make it

Overall Meaning

These lyrics describe a deep love and devotion for someone, using vivid imagery and metaphors to express the intensity of that love. The singer wishes they were a dancer, dreamer, or blind man just to be with their loved one. The use of violets and blood also adds a layer of symbolism, representing love and sacrifice. The mention of the thorns on the head echoes the crucifixion of Jesus and his sacrifice for humanity.


The chorus continues with the repeated plea for Violet to take the singer's hand and hold them forever. The final verse acknowledges the darkness in the world but suggests that the singer and Violet can make it through together, with her guidance and his love.


Overall, this song seems to be a tribute to the power of love and its ability to provide strength in difficult times. The use of religious imagery adds a deeper layer of significance to the lyrics, suggesting that love and sacrifice go hand in hand, much like the message of many religious teachings.


Line by Line Meaning

If I was a dancer I'd dance with you
If I were skilled in dance, I would choose to dance alongside you rather than anybody else


If I was a dreamer I'd dream about you
If I had the ability to dream, I would only dream about you, nobody else


If I was a blind man and had no eyes I know you'd be by my side
Even if I had lost my ability to see, I'm confident that you would stand by my side


Violets are blue, and blood is red It fell from your hands and the thorns on your head I heard you cry out loud and the day went black They thought the stone in the door could hold you back
The artist believes that violets represent beauty and blood represents suffering. He witnessed Jesus Christ being crucified and heard his last cries. He also witnessed the darkness that ensued and the failure of the stone used to seal his tomb


Violet won't you take my hand And hold me like forever I want you
The artist confesses his strong feelings for Violet and wants to be held by her forever


I've seen the world as it's growing darker Silently you stand beside her In a quiet voice you say, "This is the way" And in the blackest night she sees the day
The singer has seen the world's state become more dire, but Violet stands with him, speaking words of encouragement in a gentle tone. Even in the darkest of times, they are able to find light


Violet I know we can make it
The singer is confident that he and Violet will be able to overcome any obstacle as long as they are together




Contributed by Xavier K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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