Dead Cold Autumn
This Cold Night Lyrics
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On unbroken fields of barley
Hoping to grab the blinding ray
In order to say I′m sorry
Oh-Ho the snow
Twisting falling
Oh-ho It's cold
We suffer
And cause suffering
In our own unique
And terrible way
Holding on for daylight
When the nightmare never ends
Oh-Ho the snow
Twisting falling
Oh-ho It′s cold
Lonely autumn
Oh raging beast that lives inside me
Now begins the degredation
This time I'm for real
Letting go of history
Grab hold of the light in darkness
And the sun rises warming
Only to lose control again
And all life darkens
Oh-Ho the snow
Twisting falling
Alone
The dead, cold autumn
The lyrics to "Dead Cold Autumn" by This Cold Night explore feelings of regret, suffering, and the struggle to find hope in a bleak world. The opening lines describe the singer's attempt to find some brightness in their dark surroundings, but despite their efforts, they remain stuck in a cold and lonely autumn. The repeated refrain "Oh-Ho the snow, twisting falling, Oh-ho it's cold, lonely autumn" reinforces the sense of isolation and the unrelenting harshness of the world.
The second verse introduces the idea of causing and experiencing suffering, and the ways in which people can be both victims and perpetrators of harm. The lines "We suffer, and cause suffering, in our own unique, and terrible way" suggest that everyone has their own struggles and flaws, but these can also contribute to the pain of others. The singer expresses a desire for daylight and relief from their personal "nightmare," but this hope is constantly out of reach.
The final stanza shifts to a more personal perspective, with the singer addressing their own inner demons and the ways in which they have been held back by their past mistakes. The lines "Oh raging beast that lives inside me, now begins the degradation, this time I'm for real, letting go of history" suggest a resolve to face their problems head-on, even if this means confronting difficult emotions and memories. However, the final image of "all life darken[ing]" suggests that this process of self-discovery and growth may not be easy or free from consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Chasing the light through darkness
Trying to find hope during the tough times
On unbroken fields of barley
In a seemingly endless and barren environment
Hoping to grab the blinding ray
Searching for a glimmer of hope
In order to say I'm sorry
To seek redemption for past actions
Oh-Ho the snow
The cold and harsh season
Twisting falling
The snow falling in a chaotic and unpredictable manner
Oh-ho It's cold
The frigid and inhospitable temperature making life difficult
Lonely autumn
The sense of isolation and emptiness that comes with the season
We suffer
Human beings experience pain and hardship
And cause suffering
Our actions can inflict pain and hardship on others
In our own unique
Each individual has their own struggles
And terrible way
Their hardships can be devastating
Holding on for daylight
Hoping to see a brighter future
When the nightmare never ends
When hardships seem never-ending
Oh raging beast that lives inside me
The inner turmoil and struggles within oneself
Now begins the degradation
Starting a downward spiral
This time I'm for real
Determined to make a permanent change
Letting go of history
Releasing the past and moving forward
Grab hold of the light in darkness
Hoping to find hope amidst despair
And the sun rises warming
With hope comes warmth and light
Only to lose control again
Despite efforts, slipping back into old patterns
And all life darkens
Returning to a state of despair and hopelessness
Alone
Feeling isolated and disconnected from others
The dead, cold autumn
The oppressive and desolate season that exacerbates one's struggles
Writer(s): This Cold Night
Contributed by Mateo F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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