On Your Shore

Enya's 'On Your Shore' is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of time, memory, and the emotional tides that shape our lives. The song opens with the singer reflecting on the strange yet powerful emotions that arise as she finds herself on a metaphorical shore. This shore represents a place of emotional significance, perhaps a return to a past state of comfort or a moment of self-discovery. The heartbeats mentioned in the lyrics symbolize the deep emotional connection and the sense of nostalgia that the shore evokes.

The imagery of cool waves washing over and drifting away with dreams of youth suggests the inevitable passage of time and the loss of innocence. The waves serve as a metaphor for the relentless flow of time, carrying away the dreams and aspirations of youth. This sense of time slipping away is further emphasized by the repetition of 'days and nights falling by,' highlighting the transient nature of life and the fleeting moments that we often wish to hold onto.

As the song progresses, Enya delves into the theme of rediscovery and the longing for forgotten ways. The soft blue horizons reaching into childhood days evoke a sense of nostalgia and a yearning to reconnect with the past. The rising shore symbolizes a return to these forgotten memories and the realization of their importance. The song concludes with the singer standing in deep water, a metaphor for being overwhelmed by emotions and memories, yet finding solace in the familiar shore. 'On Your Shore' is a poignant reflection on the passage of time, the loss of innocence, and the enduring power of memory.