Desert Song
Desert Song

Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros - Desert Song Lyrics

Exploring the intersection of familial legacy and personal redemption, this song delves into the complexities of breaking free from inherited burdens. The protagonist, self-identified as "the devil's son" 🧑‍🦲, struggles with a troubled heritage, set… Read more

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Jun 29, 2010
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Desert Song Lyrics

I was born, the devil's son
Yes my dad, he gave my name
Now my mama keeps saying

Run to the desert
You will see be all that you need to be
Run to the desert
You will see all that you need to see

I woke up to the shadow of a man standing over me
Here in the land of frozen hands
I came out here to kill you father like a Sergio Leoni picture
Gee I hope you understand
And as the red soaked the sand

Run to the desert
You will see all that you need to see
Run to the desert
You will be all that you need to be

Writer(s): ALEX M T EBERT
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Cloud9
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What is the Meaning of Desert Song?

Exploring the intersection of familial legacy and personal redemption, this song delves into the complexities of breaking free from inherited burdens. The protagonist, self-identified as "the devil's son" 🧑‍🦲, struggles with a troubled heritage, set against a backdrop of a stark desert landscape. The desert symbolizes both isolation and purification—a crucible for transformation. The mother's advice to "run to the desert" underscores the necessity of confronting inner demons and seeking enlightenment away from familiar settings. The narrative of a man "standing over" and the blood soaking the sand suggests a confrontation with one's past, possibly even a violent catharsis. The concluding refrain echoes the transformative journey to self-actualization, reinforcing the idea that facing and overcoming inherited darkness can lead to spiritual enlightenment and inner peace. 🌄

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