Ocean (feat. Zeeba & IRO)

Alok's 'Ocean' featuring Zeeba & IRO is a poignant song that delves into themes of loss, acceptance, and the metaphorical journey to peace. The lyrics tell the story of an individual who has witnessed the passing of an 'angel,' a term often used to refer to someone dearly loved and now lost. The angel's closed eyes and the narrator's inability to sleep suggest a deep mourning for this person who longed to be at the sea, a symbol for freedom and eternal rest.

The repeated assurances to 'ma' (mother) that the narrator is not afraid and is on their way to the ocean indicate a resolve to face the pain of loss head-on and to find solace in fulfilling the angel's wish. This journey to the ocean can be interpreted as a metaphor for coming to terms with death and finding peace in the idea that the loved one is now free and unburdened. The ocean, vast and encompassing, may represent the afterlife or a state of tranquility.

The latter part of the song reflects on regrets and realizations. The narrator wishes they had expressed love more openly and acknowledges that material wealth is insignificant compared to the beauty of life and the connections we make. The song concludes with a sense of understanding and acceptance, as the narrator looks forward to a reunion with the angel in a serene afterlife. 'Ocean' is a touching reminder of the importance of love, the inevitability of loss, and the hope for peace beyond this life.