Cherry Waves

The Great Discord's 'Cherry Waves' is a haunting exploration of emotional entanglement and the suffocating nature of toxic relationships. The song uses the metaphor of the sea and waves to depict the overwhelming and consuming nature of these relationships. The opening lines, 'A sea of waves we hug the same plank,' suggest a shared struggle or journey, but one that is fraught with danger and instability. The repetition of 'Saw your end' hints at a foreseen or inevitable demise, adding a sense of fatalism to the narrative.

As the song progresses, the imagery of drowning becomes more pronounced. The lines 'The waves suck you in and you drown' and 'I'll swim down, would you?' convey a sense of being pulled under by the weight of the relationship. The protagonist seems willing to go to great lengths, even to the point of self-destruction, to stay connected with their partner. This is further emphasized by the repeated questioning, 'Is that what you want?' which suggests a desperate need for validation and mutual commitment, even in the face of mutual destruction.

The chorus, with its repetitive 'Wave, wave, inside,' serves as a powerful reminder of the internal struggle and the cyclical nature of the emotional turmoil. The closing lines, 'Escape, below,' offer a glimmer of hope for liberation, but also underscore the difficulty of breaking free from such a consuming relationship. The Great Discord's use of vivid and dark imagery, combined with the intense emotional delivery, makes 'Cherry Waves' a compelling and thought-provoking piece that resonates with anyone who has experienced the complexities of a toxic relationship.