1. Drowning Shadows

Drowning Shadows

Sam Smith
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Lyrics

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These lyrics are about a person struggling between the pressure of the city and their desire for someone who is good for them.
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A person standing in a city street with a bright light behind them, looking up at the sky.
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Why is this important?
These lyrics capture the feeling of being stuck in a place of confusion and indecision, and can be a source of comfort for those in similar situations.

Meaning

Analysis based on underlying meaning of this song.

1-line summary
This song is about a lonely teenager's search for love and comfort in London, and the cycle of drinking and sex they turn to as a substitute.
proposed artworks
A figure walking alone at night in a city, with a crossroads in the background illuminated by a streetlight.
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Why is this important?
This song reminds us of the loneliness and struggles of young people in big cities, and how they can be tempted to turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms in an attempt to fill the void.
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