Season of the Year

The Amazing Blondel's song 'Season of the Year' delves into the complex emotions of nostalgia and heartache. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a chance encounter between two former lovers, where the protagonist grapples with the decision of whether to acknowledge the past or to remain discreet. The opening lines, 'If by chance we two should meet / Should I appear most discreet,' set the tone for the internal conflict and emotional turmoil that follows. The love they once shared is described as 'hard forgot,' indicating that the memories are still vivid and impactful, despite the passage of time.

The chorus, 'Is the season of the year / Midsummer's shorter nights draw near,' serves as a metaphor for the fleeting nature of time and the inevitability of change. Midsummer, a time traditionally associated with warmth and light, contrasts with the shorter nights that signal the approach of autumn and, metaphorically, the end of a relationship. This seasonal imagery underscores the transient nature of happiness and the bittersweet memories of a love that once was.

In the second verse, the protagonist contemplates reminding their former lover of 'times gone by' and the tender moments they shared. The line 'And watch a tear form in your eye' suggests that these memories still hold emotional weight for both parties. The question, 'And can you still be cruel as this,' hints at unresolved feelings and perhaps a sense of betrayal or abandonment. The song captures the essence of longing and the pain of unrequited love, wrapped in the beautiful yet melancholic imagery of changing seasons.