Deeper Water

Meltt's song 'Deeper Water' delves into the profound and often perplexing journey of self-discovery and existential questioning. The lyrics open with a vivid image of a flickering candle in the distance, symbolizing a faint glimmer of hope or direction in the vast, uncertain landscape of life. The urgency in the lines 'We race toward it without a question, without a second thought' reflects a common human tendency to seek meaning and purpose without fully understanding where we are headed. This sets the stage for the recurring theme of searching for meaning in a seemingly aimless existence.

The chorus, with its introspective lines 'Every night I'm dreaming, there’s a feeling, it's a feeling / I'm a human being, what’s the meaning, is there meaning?' captures the essence of the human condition. It speaks to the universal experience of grappling with our place in the world and the search for significance. The repetition of these lines emphasizes the persistent nature of these thoughts and the emotional weight they carry. The song suggests that this quest for meaning is a fundamental part of being human, a feeling that haunts us in our quiet moments.

As the song progresses, the lyrics 'And we can do better, we should know better, I know / And we should be stronger, tread deeper water, to grow' offer a glimmer of hope and resilience. It encourages listeners to strive for personal growth and to face life's challenges head-on, even when the path is unclear. The metaphor of treading deeper water signifies the need to venture beyond our comfort zones and confront the deeper, often more difficult aspects of our existence. The closing line 'Feet don’t reach, at least for now I'm still afloat' poignantly captures the delicate balance of staying afloat in the face of uncertainty, a testament to human resilience and the ongoing journey of self-discovery.