Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: indie-pop
Song Meaning of “Flatlands” by Chelsea Wolfe
‘Flatlands’ by Chelsea Wolfe reflects the pain of feeling emotionally stuck and distant from those around you, yet unable to break free from the negative cycle. The protagonist is alone in a seemingly empty, barren landscape, yet experiences deep-rooted emotions of loneliness, emptiness, and insecurity they can’t seem to escape. The imagery of a “flatland” reflects the futility of the protagonist wanting to reach out to people who seem to stand at a great distance, seemingly “untouchable”. This may reflect feelings of being trapped in a toxic relationship or emotionally distant from loved ones.
The song reflects a common internal struggle of wanting to feel connected but being in a place where they can’t seem to find a way to break free from the flatlands of their own suppressed emotions. The repetitive guitar riffs reflect the entrapment and isolation the protagonist feels, signifying their desperation to be free. The chorus of “just come alive” is a call to arms for the protagonist to be brave and take action to break the negative cycle they are in, reminding them that there is always hope and that freedom from the flatlands is possible.