Glow

Iyes' song 'Glow' is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of the intense emotions that come with love and loss. The lyrics paint vivid imagery of a flame on the beach, symbolizing a fleeting yet impactful relationship. The flame, which 'made me glow,' represents the warmth and light that love brings into one's life. However, as the flame slowly lets go, it signifies the inevitable end of this passionate connection, leaving the narrator in a state of longing and melancholy. The repetition of 'you make me glow' underscores the deep impact the other person has had on the narrator's emotional state.

The second verse delves deeper into the physical and emotional toll of this intense relationship. The fire underneath, which 'made me glow,' suggests a burning passion that is both exhilarating and suffocating. The narrator follows their lover but finds it hard to breathe, indicating the overwhelming nature of their emotions. The line 'I'm so hot and the oxygen, it ran out from me' metaphorically describes the exhaustion and depletion that comes from giving so much of oneself in a relationship. Despite the pain, the glow remains, symbolizing the lasting impression and the bittersweet memories of the love that once was.

In the final verse, the song takes on a more reflective tone. The night before the morning represents a period of darkness and mourning, where the wounds of the past are still fresh and burning. The imagery of lanterns rising and then disappearing mirrors the transient nature of happiness and the fleeting moments of joy. The sun, which is 'always smiling,' contrasts with the narrator's sense of drowning, highlighting the internal struggle between outward appearances and inner turmoil. Ultimately, the realization of the end brings a sense of closure, making the narrator glow with the acceptance of their journey through love and loss.