Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: hard-rock
Song Meaning of “Spires Burn” by Elder
Spires burn, it’s not enough
To hold the sky up above us
The forces of nature call
And they’re bringing wrath and destruction
This hauntingly beautiful song from the band Elder, speaks to us about the power and terror of nature. It speaks of the destruction it can cause, and how our actions of thoughtlessness and negligence only exacerbate the experience of its forces.
The “Spires burning” may be symbolic of our security, the very symbols of humanity such as government and society, crumbling and disintegrating in the face of nature’s raw power. The “Sky falling above us” could be a metaphor for hope’s destruction, or the feeling of being overwhelmed with sadness and despair caused by natural disaster.
The song also speaks of how humanity is not exempt from the forces of nature-we must face it with courage and resilience, even in the face of fear and uncertainty. The forces of nature will always be there, and it is our responsibility to come together, and use our strength to overcome them. No matter how hard things may seem, together we can find the courage and strength to persevere.