Cry Little Sister
Ventana Lyrics


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A last fire will rise behind those eyes
Black house will rock, blind boys don't lie
Immortal fear, that voice so clear
Through broken walls, that scream I hear

Cry, little sister - Thou shall not fall
Come to your brother - Thou shall not die
Unchain me, sister - Thou shall not fear
Love is with your brother - Thou shall not kill

Blue masquerade, strangers look on
When will they learn this loneliness?
Temptation heat beats like a drum
Deep in your veins, I will not lie

Cry Little sister - Thou shall not fall
Come to your brother - Thou shall not die
Unchain me, sister - Thou shall not fear
Love is with your brother - Thou shall not kill

My Shangri-Las
I can't forget
Why you were mine
I need you now

Cry, little sister - Thou shall not fall
Come to your brother - Thou shall not die




Unchain me, sister - Thou shall not fear
Love is with your brother - Thou shall not kill

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ventana's song Cry Little Sister are cryptic but offer a glimpse into a story that involves fear, loneliness, temptation, and love. The opening lines "A last fire will rise behind those eyes, Black house will rock, blind boys don't lie" paint a picture of impending doom or danger. The repetition of "Thou shall not" throughout the song adds a religious or moral tone suggesting that the singer is urging his sister not to give in to whatever temptation or danger she may be facing.


The line "Blue masquerade, strangers look on, when will they learn this loneliness?" suggests that the singer's sister is surrounded by people but still feels lonely. This line could refer to a social situation or even a psychological barrier. However, the singer is offering himself as a source of comfort, urging his sister to come to him and not fall or die. The line "Temptation heat beats like a drum, deep in your veins, I will not lie" further suggests that his sister is facing some strong temptation, perhaps a metaphorical drumbeat, but he will not lie to her and will offer himself as support.


The final lines "My Shangri-Las, I can't forget, Why you were mine, I need you now" suggest the singer has some history with his sister or perhaps this is a reference to his sister's youth. The song ends on the same note it began, urging his sister to cry but also offering her love and moral support.


Line by Line Meaning

A last fire will rise behind those eyes
The end is near and there is a sense of urgency in the air, as if something big is about to happen.


Black house will rock, blind boys don't lie
The darkness will be lifted and the truth will be revealed, no matter how much those who have been deceived try to hide it.


Immortal fear, that voice so clear
The fear that we all have inside of us is so strong that it feels as if it will never go away. The voice that feeds that fear is always present, and always clear.


Through broken walls, that scream I hear
The pain and suffering of others is always present, no matter how hard we try to block it out. It seeps through the cracks and breaks in our walls, reminding us of its existence through the screams we hear.


Cry, little sister - Thou shall not fall
Though it may seem like everything is falling apart, there is hope. There is strength in tears, and the artist is urging the sister to hold on and not give up.


Come to your brother - Thou shall not die
There is safety in being surrounded by loved ones. The singer is offering the sister protection from harm and a place of refuge to escape to when things get tough.


Unchain me, sister - Thou shall not fear
The singer is asking the sister to let him help her overcome her fears, to unlock the chains that have been holding her back and keeping her from living her life to the fullest.


Love is with your brother - Thou shall not kill
The artist is emphasizing the idea that love is a powerful force that can conquer all. If the sister allows herself to be loved and supported by her brother, there will be no need for violence or aggression.


Blue masquerade, strangers look on
Sometimes we feel like we're wearing a mask, hiding our true selves from those around us. Even when we feel alone in our struggles, there are always onlookers watching from the sidelines.


When will they learn this loneliness?
Even though so many people feel lonely and isolated, it's as if the world at large doesn't quite understand the pain that comes with feeling disconnected from others.


Temptation heat beats like a drum
The temptation to give in to our vices and indulge in our desires can be overwhelming, and it's as if our own hearts are beating faster in time with that temptation.


Deep in your veins, I will not lie
The artist is acknowledging that the temptation is real and powerful, but is also offering support - assuring the sister that he won't lie to her or let her down.


My Shangri-Las
The singer is reminiscing about a time when things were good, when they felt happy and carefree. The idea of Shangri-La represents a state of utopia, a paradise they wish they could go back to.


I can't forget
The past is always with us, no matter how hard we try to move on. There are good memories and bad, and all of them shape who we are and how we see the world.


Why you were mine
The singer is pondering why they were happy in the past, what made that time so special and different from the present day.


I need you now
The artist is expressing a deep sense of longing, a desire to go back to the way things were and to feel that same sense of happiness and contentment once again.




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