Falling From The Sun

Evergrey's 'Falling From The Sun' is a poignant exploration of the human condition, focusing on the struggle between hope and despair. The song opens with a nostalgic reflection on a time when dreams of a brighter future were still alive. The lyrics, 'We used to dream of a brighter future / And all this darkness was someone else's,' evoke a sense of lost innocence and optimism. This sets the stage for the central theme of the song: the battle against the encroaching darkness that threatens to extinguish hope.

The recurring imagery of falling and being burnt by the sun serves as a powerful metaphor for the trials and tribulations that life throws at us. 'Falling from the Sun / Falling one by one' suggests a gradual descent into despair, while 'We were burnt by the Sun / Burnt one by one' implies that the very source of light and hope can also be a source of pain. The sea where 'the forsaken swim' symbolizes a place of abandonment and hopelessness, reinforcing the idea that without hope, we are left to drift aimlessly in a sea of despair.

Despite the bleak imagery, the song also offers a glimmer of hope. Lines like 'Paint your skies with hopes and drown what kills your dreams' and 'Keep on dreaming don't stop believing' serve as a rallying cry to resist the darkness. The song encourages listeners to keep reaching for something better, even when it seems impossible. The final verses suggest that the sun will rise again, symbolizing the return of hope and the possibility of overcoming adversity. This duality of hope and despair makes 'Falling From The Sun' a deeply resonant and emotionally charged song, capturing the essence of the human struggle to find light in the darkest of times.