As The Waters Cover The Sea

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds

A Vision of Peace and Redemption: Nick Cave's Spiritual Journey

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds' song "As The Waters Cover The Sea" is a poignant exploration of themes such as redemption, peace, and spiritual awakening. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a serene and almost sacred moment, where a woman sits by a window, her hands folded in her lap, symbolizing a state of calm and anticipation. This imagery sets the stage for the arrival of a figure stepping out of a tomb, dressed in rags and bearing wounds, which can be interpreted as a Christ-like figure symbolizing resurrection and the promise of salvation.

The yellow light streaming through the window signifies hope and enlightenment, casting a divine glow on the scene. This figure brings

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  2. Into my Arms
  3. Slowly Goes The Night
  4. 'I Need You'
  5. Joy
  6. And no more shall we part
  7. Sweetheart come
  8. Skeleton Tree
  9. Conversion
  10. Straight To You
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