Close My Eyes Lyrics – Luke Hemmings

[Chorus]
The chorus encapsulates the overarching themes of the song, with Hemmings expressing a reluctance to confront his past ("Now I don't wanna close my eyes"). He grapples with the memories of his actions, longing for the opportunity to make amends and say goodbye to what has been lost. The repetition of "I can't close my eyes" underscores the inability to escape from the weight of regret and the haunting nature of past mistakes.

[Verse 2]
The second verse introduces imagery of a city at night, juxtaposing darkness with the search for light ("The Venice lights, the dark city"). Hemmings acknowledges the difficulty of finding hope amidst despair and the complexities of human emotions. He pleads for understanding and forgiveness from those he has hurt, recognizing their right to walk away while lamenting the lack of time to make things right.

[Pre-Chorus & Chorus Repeated]
The repetition of the pre-chorus and chorus reinforces the song's central themes, emphasizing the depth of emotion and the inability to escape from the past. Hemmings' lyrics continue to explore feelings of desperation, regret, and longing, resonating with listeners who have experienced similar struggles.

[Outro]
The outro revisits the imagery of desperation and longing, with Hemmings reflecting on lost time and missed opportunities. The repetition of "Wailing, desperate" highlights the emotional intensity of the song, leaving the listener with a sense of unresolved longing and regret. The haunting refrain of "Where is the time I lost?" encapsulates the overarching theme of the song: the relentless passage of time and the inability to reclaim what has been lost. ...Read Less