Destination
after! Lyrics
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No destination, no reason why.
And on this plane he looks out
Not knowing who and when,
What will fit.
And if I knew where I was going,
I would already be there
I would already be there
A train departs from platform
Their thoughts are where their feelings were
The tracks they bend, they stay straight
No turning back, don't hesitate.
And if I knew where I was going,
I would already be there
And if I knew where I was going
I would already be there.
Anywhere, anything
Just what we're meant for
Anywhere, anything
Just what we're meant for
Anyone...
And if I knew where I was going,
I would already be there
And if I knew where I was going
I would already be there.
Destination unknown
Destination unknown
Destination unknown
Destination unknown
The lyrics of after!'s song "Destination" explore the theme of uncertainty and the search for purpose or meaning in life. The song begins with the imagery of a plane taking off, symbolizing a journey without a specific destination or clear purpose. The singer is on board the plane, gazing out at the vast sky, feeling lost and unsure of who they are and where they fit in the world. They express a sense of longing for direction, wishing they already knew where they were going.
The second verse introduces the metaphor of a train departing from a platform. The passengers on the train are described as being preoccupied with their thoughts, perhaps reflecting on past experiences and emotions. The mention of the tracks bending and staying straight represents the inevitability of moving forward in life, without the ability to turn back or hesitate. The repeating line "And if I knew where I was going, I would already be there" highlights the frustration and yearning for clarity in the singer's journey.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that anywhere and anything could be the destination or purpose that the characters are meant for. It suggests that the search for meaning is open-ended and can take different forms for each individual. The song closes with the repetition of the phrase "Destination unknown," emphasizing the ongoing quest for understanding and fulfillment.
Overall, "Destination" explores the universal human experience of grappling with the uncertainty of life's purpose and the desire for a clear sense of direction.
Line by Line Meaning
A plane takes off towards the sky
A metaphorical representation of starting a journey towards the unknown future.
No destination, no reason why.
The journey has no predetermined goal or purpose.
And on this plane he looks out
The person on the journey observes their surroundings, seeking understanding.
Not knowing who and when,
Lack of knowledge about the people and circumstances they will encounter.
What will fit.
Uncertainty about what will be compatible or suitable for the journey.
And if I knew where I was going,
I would already be there
Acknowledging that if the destination was known, the person would have already arrived.
A train departs from platform
A train symbolizes another form of embarking on a journey.
Their thoughts are where their feelings were
The passengers on the train are mentally preoccupied with their past emotions.
The tracks they bend, they stay straight
The path of the journey may have obstacles or unexpected turns, but it ultimately remains unchanged.
No turning back, don't hesitate.
Emphasizing the need to continue forward without hesitation or second-guessing.
Anywhere, anything
Just what we're meant for
Expressing the belief that the journey is meant to encompass various possibilities and experiences.
Anyone...
Implies the openness to connect or encounter different individuals during the journey.
Destination unknown
Highlighting the uncertainty of the final destination.
Destination unknown
Reiterating the ambiguous nature of the journey's endpoint.
Destination unknown
Emphasizing once again the lack of knowledge regarding the destination.
Destination unknown
Continuing to emphasize the mysterious and unknown nature of the journey's goal.
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Meghna Singh
This has been happening to me since I've watched final destination 😂😂😂😂
Shanaz Begum
Also me
mi
Same here
noir☆
Same here
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mi
@DON'T I already know you
Lil Blue
This is the first time I have heard her real voice it’s SOOOO GOOD
mayso zara
Me too
Shaaya
same
Deshiha S
Her voice💜💜💜