Northern Lights
kris degaust Lyrics
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Don't think the sun is coming back
There's not a soul out on the streets
It's not for me
We had to leave our coastal home
To go and dig black liquid gold
But something just don't feel right
It's always night
Will we be stuck here until the end of time
Cold winter days and colder nights
You know they say that it's the northern lights
That take your mind
That take your mind
Get home from school and hold your breath
Dad's sleeping off night shifts of death
See him at dinner around five
Back to the mine
Those thoughts keep racing through your mind
Will we be stuck here until the end of time
Cold winter days and colder nights
You know they say that it's the northern lights
That take your mind
Those thoughts keep racing through your mind
Will we be stuck here until the end of time
Cold winter days and colder nights
You know they say that it's the northern lights
You know they say that it's the northern lights
You know they say that it's the northern lights
That take your mind
In the song "Northern Lights" by Kris Degaust, the lyrics describe a bleak and desolate atmosphere. The opening line, "It's eight am and all is black," sets the tone of darkness and emptiness. The reference to the sun not coming back suggests a sense of hopelessness or despair. The absence of people on the streets further emphasizes the isolation and loneliness the singer feels.
The next verse reveals that the singer had to leave their coastal home to work in a place that extracts "black liquid gold," which is most likely referring to oil drilling or mining. However, despite the material wealth associated with this job, there is an underlying unease or dissatisfaction indicated by the line, "something just don't feel right, it's always night." This suggests a feeling of being trapped or stuck in a perpetual state of darkness, both literal and metaphorical.
The chorus delves into the thoughts that keep racing through the singer's mind, specifically questioning if they will remain trapped in this place for the rest of their lives. The imagery of "cold winter days and colder nights" adds to the harsh and unforgiving environment they find themselves in. The mention of the "northern lights" carries a metaphorical weight, symbolizing the beauty that can temporarily distract one's mind from their surroundings. This line implies that the only respite or escape from the struggles of their daily life is through the allure and enchantment of the northern lights.
The final repetition of the chorus reinforces the repetitive thoughts and the feeling of being trapped. The mention of the northern lights again suggests that these magical occurrences are the only things capable of momentarily freeing one's mind from the burdens of their reality. Overall, the song paints a picture of a person who feels trapped in a desolate place, longing for escape or something to break the monotonous cycle of their existence. The northern lights represent a glimmer of hope and the potential for a temporary respite from their difficult circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
It's eight am and all is black
The darkness of the early morning signifies the absence of hope
Don't think the sun is coming back
There is a feeling of despair and doubt that things will improve
There's not a soul out on the streets
The emptiness of the streets reflects a sense of isolation
It's not for me
The current situation is not what the artist desires
We had to leave our coastal home
The artist was forced to abandon their previous peaceful life
To go and dig black liquid gold
They were compelled to work in the mines for oil extraction
But something just don't feel right
An underlying unease suggests that something is amiss
It's always night
A metaphor for the perpetual darkness and gloominess of their circumstances
Those thoughts keep racing through your mind
The artist's mind is plagued by continuous worry and anxiety
Will we be stuck here until the end of time
Fearful contemplation of being trapped in their current situation indefinitely
Cold winter days and colder nights
The harshness and difficulty of their environment
You know they say that it's the northern lights
The beauty and wonder of the northern lights captivate one's mind
That take your mind
The northern lights serve as a temporary escape or distraction
Get home from school and hold your breath
The anticipation and anxiety upon returning home
Dad's sleeping off night shifts of death
The tiring and dangerous nature of the father's work
See him at dinner around five
The only time the artist can spend with their father
Back to the mine
The repetitive cycle of going back to the exhausting and dangerous mine
You know they say that it's the northern lights
Reiteration of the captivating escapism provided by the northern lights
Those thoughts keep racing through your mind
Continued preoccupation with worrisome thoughts
Will we be stuck here until the end of time
The unsettling idea of being trapped in their circumstances indefinitely
Cold winter days and colder nights
Reiteration of the harshness and difficulty of their environment
You know they say that it's the northern lights
Emphasis on the allure of the northern lights
You know they say that it's the northern lights
Continued emphasis on the captivating nature of the northern lights
You know they say that it's the northern lights
Reiterated once again, highlighting the power of the northern lights
That take your mind
The temporary respite provided by the northern lights
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Brian Degaust
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