The Walk
To The Embers Lyrics


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Take a walk after dark
I walk through the park
Trying hard not to fall apart
Take your meds and ascend
I spoke with a friend
And I guess this will never end
And I wanted just to see you
I thought if I believed you'd be the one to set me free
You deceived me
The old naive me
Now where's my family
I thought that you'd be there for me

I was looking for
All the wrong things
All the wrong things
All the wrong things in a human being
I was searching for a cure
Something to endure the pain of past scars that always last
Blood is rushing fast
All you taste is ash
All can see you crash
All the thoughts you had now make you feel so dumb
I'd rather feel numb
I'd rather
I'd rather
I'd rather

Like a shock to the heart
I woke with a start
Running far from where you are
Like a kid in the dark
I'm falling apart
Falling apart




Falling apart
Walk, walk, walk, walk

Overall Meaning

The song "The Walk" by To The Embers appears to depict a personal journey of pain, betrayal, and the search for self-redemption. The lyrics suggest a feeling of despair and the singer's attempt to escape their troubled state.


In the first verse, the singer takes a walk after dark, perhaps as a means of finding solace or clearing their mind. They navigate through a park, trying their best to hold themselves together. "Take your meds and ascend" could refer to the singer trying to maintain their mental stability through medication. They also mention speaking to a friend, possibly seeking support or guidance. However, they express a sense of hopelessness, as they believe their situation will never improve. The mention of wanting to see the person who deceived them suggests a desire for closure or confrontation.


The second verse delves into the singer's misguided search for solutions to their pain. They admit to seeking the wrong things in a human being, suggesting a recurring pattern of relying on others to heal their wounds. The lyrics imply that the singer is searching for a cure, something that can help them endure the pain caused by past scars. However, it seems they have only found disappointment and emptiness thus far. The imagery of blood rushing fast and all-consuming feelings of crashing suggests a frantic and overwhelming emotional state.


The repetition of "I'd rather feel numb" in the chorus reveals the singer's desire to escape the intensity of their emotions, suggesting a preference for emotional detachment over experiencing pain. This repetition signifies the desperation in their plea. The last line, "Walk, walk, walk, walk," reinforces the idea of the singer actively moving forward, even if it may feel like a repetitive or futile endeavor.


Overall, the lyrics of "The Walk" reflect a journey of emotional turmoil, seeking solace in external sources, and ultimately grappling with the need for self-acceptance and healing. It showcases the complexities of human vulnerability and the battle to find personal redemption in difficult circumstances.




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Written by: Naomi Saltis

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