Hunter's Moon

The song 'Hunter's Moon' by Ghost BC, a band known for their theatrical flair and blending of heavy metal with melodic rock, delves into themes of nostalgia, haunting memories, and an inevitable return. The lyrics suggest a journey back to a place of significance, possibly childhood, where the protagonist and a friend shared important experiences. The repeated line 'I'm coming back for you, my friend' emphasizes a strong bond and a promise to return, despite the passage of time and faded memories.

The 'Hunter's Moon' is traditionally the first full moon after the 'Harvest Moon', and it is often associated with the time of year when game is fattened and hunters can easily stock up for the winter ahead. In the context of the song, the Hunter's Moon symbolizes a time of action and the culmination of a cycle. The protagonist feels compelled to act 'tonight', under the Hunter's Moon, suggesting that this is the moment to confront the past or fulfill a long-standing intention.

The haunting and somewhat melancholic tone of the song, coupled with references to a cemetery and the act of 'coming back' and 'dying to see you', could also imply a deeper, possibly supernatural element. It's as if the protagonist is reaching out from beyond the grave or is haunted by the ghost of a friend. The song's atmosphere is one of eerie longing and the inexorable pull of unfinished business that must be settled under the light of the Hunter's Moon.