Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: garage
Song Meaning of “Crimson Witch” by The Moving Sidewalks
“Crimson Witch” tells a story of a mysterious figure of power, cloaked in the color of blood, known as the Crimson Witch. The protagonist is struck with awe and fear by her presence, trying to keep their distance, but soon realizing they can’t help but to be pulled in closer. The witch seems to be a symbol of great power, one that the protagonist is both drawn to and terrified of.
The witch is described as having a “face of thunder” that wreaks havoc and destruction, yet she also wears a “smile of despair” that implies that she has a sad existence. To the protagonist, her power is simultaneously alluring and horrifying. But despite the fear, they are left wondering if they should try to reach out and grab her hand, as if she is the answer to a deep, unspoken longing.
There is a sense that the Crimson Witch represents a force of ultimate fate, leading the protagonist in a direction they may not be ready for but must travel nonetheless. Despite her mysteriousness and the danger that looms, there is a sense of hope in the song that maybe the power of this witch could be used for good, or at least bring some sort of resolution or understanding.