Half A Woman, Half A Shadow

Roxette's song 'Half A Woman, Half A Shadow' delves into the complex emotions of love, loss, and longing. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the aftermath of a relationship that has left them feeling incomplete and in the shadows. The opening lines, 'Daylight is breaking again / I hide in the dark / I'm watching the rain,' set a melancholic tone, suggesting a sense of isolation and sorrow. The imagery of hiding in the dark and watching the rain symbolizes the emotional turmoil and the feeling of being out of touch with the world and the loved one.

The chorus, 'Love sleeps all alone, the cold telephone / I know the heart, yes / I know the kind the kisses of fire turning to grey,' speaks to the fading passion and the cold reality of a love that has lost its warmth. The 'cold telephone' represents the lack of communication and connection, while 'kisses of fire turning to grey' metaphorically describes the transition from passionate love to a dull, lifeless state. The repeated line, 'I never wanted it this way / I always wanted you to stay,' underscores the regret and the longing for what once was.

The phrase 'half a woman, half a shadow' encapsulates the protagonist's sense of incompleteness and loss of identity. The lyrics, 'Love always change with the trees, / the spring and the leaves, the waves on the sea,' highlight the inevitable changes in life and love, comparing them to the natural cycles of the seasons and the sea. The plea, 'Oh I need you, yes I need you. / Give me a reason to believe,' reveals a desperate need for hope and a reason to move forward. Roxette's poignant lyrics and emotive delivery make 'Half A Woman, Half A Shadow' a powerful exploration of the duality of love and loss.