New Moon Song
Celica Westbrook
Eternal Love Under the New Moon
Celica Westbrook's 'New Moon Song' is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of love that transcends the boundaries of time, space, and even life itself. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love so deep and consuming that it defies the natural order of the world. The recurring theme of twilight and the new moon symbolizes a fresh start and a new phase in the lovers' journey, suggesting that their love is constantly renewing itself despite the challenges they face.
The song delves into the dichotomy of love and hate, highlighting how love can be a powerful force that overcomes even the darkest emotions. The lines 'We know hate is strong, and the world is wrong, and the moon and the sun can't relate; But we carry on, this forbidden song, because love is much stronger than hate' emphasize the idea that love is a rebellious act against a world filled with negativity. This forbidden love is portrayed as something worth fighting for, even if it means facing insurmountable odds.
The references to mythological figures like Artemis add a layer of depth to the song, suggesting that the love described is not just any ordinary love but something almost divine and fated. The imagery of dancing into midnight and taking a 'Forks flight' high above the trees evokes a sense of freedom and escape, as if the lovers are breaking free from the constraints of the world to create their own reality. The song's conclusion with 'New breath, new birth, New death, new earth, New day, new me, new Moon' encapsulates the cyclical nature of life and love, suggesting that each new phase brings with it a chance for renewal and rebirth.