Glow
Unkle/Joel Cadbury Lyrics

The lyrics to Unkle/Joel Cadbury's song "Glow" speak to the idea of mindfulness and finding positivity within oneself despite external circumstances. The first line, "Out of all contexts and scenery", sets the stage for a feeling of separation from the external world. However, despite this disconnect, the "laughter rings inside of me" indicating an internal sense of joy or contentment. The second line, "Aching paths don't cross so easily", suggests that the journey to this state of mind is not without its hardships. The singer recognizes that they must "break my back to see things differently". In other words, it takes effort to shift one's perspective and find the positive.

The chorus repeats the phrase "so glow" as if to remind oneself to maintain this positive outlook. Despite the cold and seemingly bleak environment, they have "held off" and found a way to let their internal light shine. The line "the season's passing toll" is a reminder that things will inevitably change, but the singer is holding onto the brightness they've found within themselves. The third stanza indicates that the singer has found a sense of connection with others, recognizing that despite their differences there are "different ways in which we feel the same". They have learned to not get caught up in "what-if imagery" and instead enjoy the present moment. The final line "Turns winter spring and fall" suggests that this positive outlook has the power to transform even the most harsh and unforgiving situations into something beautiful.