Borrowed Time

Project Passaport's song 'Borrowed Time' delves into the existential themes of temporality and the human condition. The lyrics paint a picture of a person grappling with the fleeting nature of time, feeling unnoticed by the future ('No tomorrow will get ready for me / Doesn’t even know I’m here'). This sense of invisibility and insignificance is further emphasized by the imagery of sitting in silence, consumed by fear. The song captures the universal anxiety of being forgotten or overlooked by the relentless march of time.

The reflective tone continues as the narrator looks back at past loves and moments of truth that have been left behind ('Looking back in the mirror / For loves left behind / Stealing moments of absolute, truth declined'). This introspection suggests a longing for what once was, coupled with a realization that these moments are now out of reach. The phrase 'borrowed time' serves as a poignant reminder that our existence is temporary and that every moment is fleeting and precious.

In the latter part of the song, the lyrics shift to a more personal encounter ('You found me in my hiding place / Even here in my dreams'). This could symbolize a connection or relationship that brings a sense of solace amidst the chaos of borrowed time. However, the shadows remain, indicating that the underlying fears and uncertainties are still present. The repetition of 'borrowed time, is here' underscores the immediacy and inevitability of this temporal reality, urging listeners to confront and embrace the present moment despite its impermanence.