The Meaning Behind the Music
...r’s eyes. As one continues to listen to, and analyze the lyrics of the song, a stronger purpose to the music may begin to be revealed. Many of the phrases found in this song suggest a split motivation for their writing. Lines such as “The resolution of all the fruitless searches”, and “I look to the time with you to keep me awake and alive” may direct the listener to believe that the writer is referring to his search for a higher power reaching beyond earthly love. Further elevating the listener to believe that the inspiration comes from a source greater than a woman, is the lyric found in verse one: “When I want to run away, I drive off in my car. But whichever was I go, I come back to the place where you are.” The reference to an attainable, omnipresent subject is made clearly. Mr. Gabriel appropriately demonstrates the use of symbolism, using the lyric “In your eyes, I see the doorway of a thousand churches”. The reference made to seeing a religious pathway in the eyes of subject of the song, further argues that the musical inspiration lies in a higher power. Using middle diction, Mr. Gabriel is able to effectively communicate his inspiration and searching to ...