HERE WE ARE

Melon Diesel's song 'HERE WE ARE' delves into the complexities of a tumultuous relationship marked by cycles of hope, deception, and emotional turmoil. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that once seemed salvific but gradually turned suffocating and painful. The protagonist reflects on how their partner initially 'mended' them, bringing light into their life when they were blind. However, this light soon turned into a source of pressure and hurt, leading to a scream of anguish. This duality of love and pain is a central theme, highlighting the fragile balance between healing and harm in relationships.

The chorus, 'Here we are coming round again,' emphasizes the repetitive nature of their struggles. The protagonist believed that the feelings they shared were eternal, symbolized by the sky, but they find themselves trapped in a cycle of reliving past lies and misunderstandings. The lines 'filling in the signs, but caught between the lines of what you said' suggest a constant attempt to decode the partner's words and intentions, only to be ensnared by the ambiguity and deceit. This cyclical pattern underscores the difficulty of breaking free from a toxic relationship, where moments of clarity are overshadowed by recurring doubts and betrayals.

The song also touches on the theme of missed opportunities and unheeded warnings. The protagonist admits to being 'wide awake' yet 'sleeping just to be unkind,' indicating a conscious choice to ignore the signs of distress. The 'black day' that 'touched' them serves as a poignant reminder of life's brevity and the strength required to endure love's trials. Despite the pain, there is a lingering hope that the feelings in the sky should never die, reflecting a deep-seated desire for a love that transcends the lies and hardships. 'HERE WE ARE' is a powerful exploration of the emotional rollercoaster that defines many relationships, capturing the essence of love's potential to both uplift and devastate.