Ohm (Sommar Med Siv)

Shining's song 'Ohm (Sommar Med Siv)' delves into themes of introspection, time, and the natural world. The lyrics, sung in Norwegian, create a meditative atmosphere as the narrator reflects on the passage of time and their place within it. The opening lines, 'Jeg leser i hånden om tiden som kommer / Jeg lytter till havet og ser tiden som var,' translate to 'I read in my hand about the time to come / I listen to the sea and see the time that was.' These lines suggest a deep connection with both the future and the past, as well as a sense of foretelling and reflection.

The song continues with the narrator engaging in conversations with nature, 'Jeg snakker med fjell og tiden står stille / Jeg snakker med meg selv og tiden går,' meaning 'I talk to the mountains and time stands still / I talk to myself and time passes.' This juxtaposition highlights the different perceptions of time when interacting with the external world versus internal contemplation. The repeated phrase 'La meg ligge, la meg ligge, la meg ligge igjen,' which means 'Let me lie, let me lie, let me lie again,' emphasizes a desire for rest and perhaps a return to a state of peace or stasis.

The imagery of closing one eye to see partially and both eyes to see everything, 'Jeg lukker et öye og ser halvt / Jeg lukker begge og ser alt,' adds a layer of metaphorical depth. It suggests that true understanding or enlightenment comes from a complete surrender or closing off from the distractions of the world. Shining, known for their avant-garde and often dark musical style, uses these lyrics to create a contemplative and almost spiritual experience, inviting listeners to ponder their own relationship with time and existence.