nightime

Oklou's song 'Nightime' delves into the depths of solitude and introspection, painting a vivid picture of a shepherd lost in the night. The recurring imagery of the shepherd, a figure traditionally associated with guidance and protection, is juxtaposed with feelings of disorientation and longing. The shepherd's role is subverted, as instead of leading, they are depicted as consuming desserts and waiting to 'get higher than the time goes by,' suggesting a search for escape or transcendence from their current state of mind.

The lyrics also touch on themes of deception and disillusionment. The line 'Daddy, I was lying, I'm no more in Eden' reveals a fall from grace or a loss of innocence. Eden, often symbolizing paradise or a state of bliss, is no longer within reach, and the endless night becomes a metaphor for the shepherd's ongoing struggle. This sense of perpetual night underscores the feeling of being stuck in a cycle of despair and yearning for something unattainable.

The song further explores the complexities of relationships and the pain of separation. The shepherd in the bedroom, 'a million miles from you,' highlights the emotional distance between the narrator and their loved one. The repeated mention of waiting for someone to come home and the imagery of being lost in the shadows with a 'blue tint on the windows' evoke a sense of loneliness and the desire for connection. The shepherd's lost sheep symbolizes the narrator's own sense of being lost and the difficulty of finding their way back to a place of comfort and understanding.