Shine on Me
sharon gosler steven a. williams Lyrics
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and every night I'm lost between
the flowers of my garden
and every night you run away
from me into the dark
I can see you
I can see you so close
I melt the ice I shall be close so soon
the mask of ice is loosing greatful power
I'm next to you again so close
moon has imprisoned me in her shine
I follow the voice of my heart
lunatics never die
During the day I dream so beautifully as at night
during the day I think so dense as at night
during the day I picture you so much as at night
during the day I look for you so intense as at night
In "Shine on me", Sharon Gosler and Steven A. Williams delve into themes of longing, separation, and the power of love. The lyrics take us on a journey of emotional exploration as the singer seeks solace and connection.
The first verse introduces the singer's desire for tranquility, expressing their need to travel in order to find inner peace. However, despite their attempts to find calm, they feel lost at night, symbolized by being "lost between the flowers of my garden." This imagery suggests a sense of disorientation and confusion.
The lyrics also reveal a romantic relationship that seems to be faltering. Each night, the person the singer loves "runs away from me into the dark." This could represent a metaphorical distance between the couple or even a physical separation, highlighting the pain of not being able to be together.
The chorus brings forth a sense of hope and desperation. The singer claims to be able to see the person they love, feeling their presence so close. The mention of burning flames and heat conveys intensity and passion, while the idea of melting ice signifies breaking down barriers and getting closer. The line "the mask of ice is losing grateful power" signifies that the emotional walls between them are crumbling, allowing them to become closer again.
The imagery of the moon and the influence it has over the singer is also significant. The moon is described as imprisoning the singer, highlighting their longing and yearning for the person they love. They follow the voice of their heart, suggesting that their emotions are guiding their actions.
The final verse explores the singer's thoughts and emotions during both day and night. During the day, they dream beautifully and think deeply, indicating that their longing for their loved one remains constant. They also picture and look for their love intensely during the day, emphasizing their strong desire for connection and union.
Overall, "Shine on me" reveals a narrative of longing and separation, as well as the power of love to overcome barriers. The lyrics take us on a journey from a place of confusion and loss to one of hope and determination, ultimately emphasizing the singer's unwavering desire for connection and closeness with their loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
I travel to find some calm
I journey to seek inner peace and tranquility
and every night I'm lost between
During the nighttime, I feel directionless and uncertain
the flowers of my garden
Metaphorically, the aspects of my life that bring joy and beauty
and every night you run away
Each night, you emotionally distance yourself from me
from me into the dark
Into a place of emotional obscurity and uncertainty
I can see you
I am able to perceive your presence
I can see you so close
I perceive you with proximity and intimacy
you burn the flames you burn the heat
You ignite passion and intensity within me
I melt the ice I shall be close so soon
I overcome emotional barriers and eagerly anticipate being near you
the mask of ice is losing grateful power
The protective facade I've built is weakening and dissolving
I'm next to you again so close
I am once again in close proximity to you
moon has imprisoned me in her shine
I feel trapped and captivated by the allure and influence of the moon
I follow the voice of my heart
I heed the guidance and desires that arise from within me
lunatics never die
Those who are unafraid to embrace their unconventional nature and follow their instincts are eternal
During the day I dream so beautifully as at night
In the daylight hours, my dreams are just as vivid and enchanting as during the night
during the day I think so dense as at night
Throughout the day, my thoughts are equally deep and intricate as during the night
during the day I picture you so much as at night
In my mind's eye, I envision and imagine you just as often during the day as I do at night
during the day I look for you so intense as at night
With great intensity, I search for your presence and connection during the day as I do at night
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