Half Light
Banners Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴It makes me feel nervous
you have that look in your eye
oh what takes over
what is it that holds you tight
and you could tear it up
ooh no one tears it up like you
ooh you can rip it.up
when you're in a half light
it is not you I see
and you'll live a half life
you only show half to me
ooooh
ooooh
sometimes I join you
let you wash over me
when we're in the darkness
only the blind can see
and you could tear it up
ooh no one tears it up like you
ooh you can rip it up
ooh I can rip it up like you
when you're in a half light
it is not you I see
and you'll live a half life
you only show half to me
and can you shake it off
ooh can you shake it off for me
when you're in a half light
I don't like the half I see
what possesses you
oooh what possesses you
oooh what possesses you
oooh what possesses you
when you're in a half light
oh it is not you I see
and you'll live a half life
you only show half to me
can you shake it off
ooh can you shake it off for me
when you're in a half light
I don't like the half I see
nooo.
oooh
Overall Meaning
The song "Half Light" by Banners is a contemplative piece that delves into the idea of human complexity and the duality that resides within us all. The lyrics suggest that there is a side to a person that only reveals itself in certain situations, such as being in a "half light" or a state of being half-seen. The singer acknowledges that this side of the person makes him nervous, and asks what takes over them, what holds them so tightly.
The chorus of the song describes how this half-seen side can be destructive and powerful, as suggested by the lines "and you could tear it up, ooh no one tears it up like you, ooh you can rip it up, ooh no one rips it up like you." The singer also admits to experiencing this side of themselves, joining the other person in the darkness and allowing themselves to be washed over. The bridge of the song poses the question of what possesses a person to give way to this half-seen side, and concludes with the singer stating that he doesn't like the half he sees.
Overall, the lyrics describe the complexity and mystery of human nature, leaving the listener to contemplate the different aspects that make up a person and the motives behind their actions. The music has an atmospheric quality that enhances the introspective tone of the lyrics, with the use of echoing vocals and a gradual build-up of instrumentation as the song progresses.
Line by Line Meaning
It makes me feel nervous
Your behavior makes me uncomfortable and anxious
you have that look in your eye
I can see a certain expression in your eyes that leads me to worry about you
oh what takes over
I wonder what causes this change in you
what is it that holds you tight
I can see that something is keeping you trapped in the state you're in
and you could tear it up
I know you have the power to break away from whatever is affecting you
ooh no one tears it up like you
You are the only one who can handle breaking free in such a forceful way
ooh you can rip it.up
Your ability to break free is awe-inspiring
ooh no one rips it up like you
Your strength and power in breaking free is unmatched
when you're in a half light
When you're in this state of mind that's not fully conscious
it is not you I see
You're not really yourself in this state
and you'll live a half life
You're not truly living your life to the fullest when you're in this state
you only show half to me
You're not letting me see the true extent of what's happening with you
sometimes I join you
Sometimes I also feel like I'm in this state with you
let you wash over me
I allow myself to be taken in by your state of mind
when we're in the darkness
When we're in this state of confusion and uncertainty
only the blind can see
Only those who are fully invested and in it can truly comprehend what's happening
and can you shake it off
Can you overcome this state of mind?
ooh can you shake it off for me
Can you break free from this state for not just your own sake, but for mine as well?
I don't like the half I see
I'm not comfortable with only seeing parts of you
what possesses you
What is it that has such a strong grip on you?
when you're in a half light
When you're in this state of confusion
oh it is not you I see
You're not truly yourself when you're in this state
nooo.
An exclamation of concern or disapproval
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