SHADOW

The song 'SHADOW' by Sidewalks And Skeletons delves into themes of transformation, surrender, and the haunting presence of one's past. The recurring imagery of a 'black dress,' 'black lips,' and 'pale skin' sets a somber and gothic tone, suggesting a ritualistic preparation for a significant change or acceptance of a darker aspect of oneself. The act of 'cleaning up this mess' and 'surrendering this fight' indicates a relinquishing of struggle, perhaps against inner demons or external pressures, and a move towards peace, albeit a peace found in the shadows.

The chorus, 'I'm in the shadow,' repeated multiple times, emphasizes a state of being that is hidden, obscured, or marginalized. This could symbolize feelings of invisibility, depression, or a retreat into oneself. The shadow represents a place where the singer feels they belong, a space that is both a refuge and a prison. The line 'Can you see into the floor and see me melting underground?' evokes a sense of dissolution and loss of identity, as if the singer is fading away from the world above.

The lyrics also touch on the idea of decay and the passage of time with phrases like 'rotting gently in a box' and 'precious shell of who I was.' This suggests a mourning for a past self and a desire to return to a previous state, as seen in 'I wanna be like you again' and 'wind the tape back to the start.' The 'grainy evidence waiting silent in the dark' could be memories or remnants of the past that linger in the subconscious, influencing the present. The song encapsulates a journey through darkness, acceptance of one's shadow, and the complex interplay between past and present identities.