Story Behind The Song
Loosely inspired by Psalm 85:10-11, the point at which light and darkness meet is the point at which a man confronts his demons, secrets, and guilt before finding peace on the other side of his struggle.
Song Description
Opens as light solo/acoustic with male vocal in the style of Colin Hay or Nick Drake. This section is pensive, and somewhat lonely.
Builds slowly to a grand conclusion of joyful fulfillment in the style of Bruce Springsteen and U2.
| Song Length |
4:12 |
Genre |
Folk - Alternative, Rock - Indie/Low-Fi |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Joyful |
Subject |
Spirituality, Regret |
| Similar Artists |
Coldplay, Wilco |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
The light space
of a dark heart
is often too hard
to recognize,
But the darkest side
of a good heart
is uncovered
in the light.
Mother's kisses
crowned her good boy
but the honor
was premature.
Even good men
with good hearts
cannot keep them
always pure.
That bright halo
that I wore
cast a shadow
on my feet.
Now the only
place I find rest
is where light and
darkness meet
Love, and faithfulness from the earth,
they come together
Peace, and righteousness from above,
they kiss each other