Pourquoi La Mort Te Fait Peur
Pomme
Embracing Eternity: A Journey Beyond Fear
Pomme's song "Pourquoi La Mort Te Fait Peur" delves into the profound and often unsettling theme of death, exploring it through a lens of love and eternal connection. The title itself, which translates to "Why Does Death Scare You?", sets the stage for a contemplative journey. Pomme addresses a loved one, questioning their fear of death and offering reassurance that their bond transcends mortal boundaries. The imagery of hearts beating across oceans suggests a deep, unbreakable connection that defies physical separation.
The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a serene afterlife, symbolized by the weeping willow tree. This tree, often associated with mourning and sorrow, becomes a place of solace where pain is avoided, and bodies metaphorically bloom in tears. The repetition of the phrase "fleuriront en larmes" (bloom in tears) emphasizes a transformation of grief into something beautiful and eternal. The idea of sleeping together under the willow tree suggests a peaceful, eternal rest, free from the pains of the mortal world.
Pomme also touches on the concept of soulmates, suggesting that the connection between the two individuals existed long before their physical meeting. The reference to their souls communicating in an ancient, incomprehensible language hints at a timeless bond that transcends lifetimes. The discovery of "wild children" in the tree further reinforces the theme of innocence and purity, suggesting that in death, they return to a state of natural, untainted existence. Through this song, Pomme invites listeners to reconsider their fears of death, offering a vision of it as a continuation of love and connection rather than an end.