Wolves

Phosphorescent's song 'Wolves' is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of inner turmoil and the struggle with personal demons. The wolves in the song serve as a powerful metaphor for these internal conflicts. The repeated plea to 'Mama' suggests a yearning for comfort and protection, but also an acknowledgment that these wolves, or inner demons, are an inescapable part of the narrator's life. The imagery of wolves 'mating at night' and 'tearing up holes in the house' evokes a sense of chaos and destruction, highlighting the relentless nature of these struggles.

The wolves are described with a mix of fear and admiration. They are 'beautiful' and 'blazing with light,' which suggests that there is something captivating and almost majestic about these inner demons, despite their destructive tendencies. This duality reflects the complex nature of personal struggles, where the very things that cause pain can also be sources of fascination and even inspiration. The description of the 'whitest and the tallest and the biggest one' as 'muscled and fine' when she runs adds a layer of awe and respect, indicating that these inner battles are not just to be feared but also understood and respected.

The song's conclusion, where the narrator acknowledges that their mother is 'too wise to wait till those wolves make nice,' suggests a resignation to the fact that these inner demons will not simply go away. Instead, there is an implicit understanding that one must learn to live with them. This acceptance is a poignant reminder of the human condition, where inner conflicts are an inevitable part of life. Phosphorescent's 'Wolves' thus serves as a powerful meditation on the beauty and terror of our inner worlds, urging listeners to confront and coexist with their own personal wolves.