Conqueror

AURORA's song 'Conqueror' delves into the theme of searching for strength and fulfillment in a world that often feels broken and chaotic. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is looking for a savior or a 'conqueror' to come their way and alleviate the sense of fragmentation they experience in their life. The repeated lines 'I've been looking for the conqueror / But you don't seem to come my way' suggest a longing for something or someone to make sense of the 'broken mornings, broken nights, and broken days in between.'

The song also touches on the idea of escapism through fantasy, as the lyrics mention 'Just like in fiction, in every addiction / Oh fantasy's taking over, awake me.' This indicates a desire to break free from the mundane or painful realities of life, seeking solace in an imagined world. However, the mention of 'no seduction, only destruction' implies that this escape is not without its consequences, potentially leading to further disconnection and despair.

Despite the overarching theme of searching and not finding, there is a sense of resilience and hope that permeates the song. The lines 'But I feel a-li-li-live' repeated towards the end signify a realization that the power to overcome adversity comes from within. The protagonist of the song may not have found the external conqueror they were seeking, but they discover a sense of aliveness and perhaps the understanding that they are their own conqueror, capable of facing life's challenges.