Marquee Moon
Marquee Moon

Television - Marquee Moon Lyrics

In this enigmatic track, Television explores themes of existential reflection and the juxtaposition between life's ephemeral moments and the looming presence of mortality. The lyrics weave a tapestry of vivid imagery, from the "darkness doubled" to the… Read more

Rock
Sep 25, 1988
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Marquee Moon Music Video

Marquee Moon Lyrics

I remember
Ooh, how the darkness doubled
I recall
Lightning struck itself

I was listening
Listening to the rain
I was hearing
Hearing something else

Life in the hive puckered up my night
A kiss of death, the embrace of life
Ooh, there I stand neath the Marquee Moon
Just waiting

I spoke to a man
Down at the tracks
And I ask him
How he don't go mad
He said, "look here, junior, don't you be so happy
And for heaven's sake, don't you be so sad"

Life in the hive puckered up my night
The kiss of death, the embrace of life
Ooh, there I stand 'neath the Marquee Moon
Hesitating

Well, the Cadillac
It pulled out of the graveyard
Pulled up to me
All they said, "get in, get in"
Then the Cadillac
It puttered back into the graveyard
Me, I got out again

Life in the hive puckered up my night
A kiss of death, the embrace of life
Ooh, there I stand neath the Marquee Moon
But I ain't waiting, uh-uh

I remember
How the darkness doubled
I recall
Lightning struck itself

I was listening
Listening to the rain
I was hearing
Hearing something else

Writer(s): Tom Verlaine
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Rocking Gorillas Music Ltda
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What is the Meaning of Marquee Moon?

In this enigmatic track, Television explores themes of existential reflection and the juxtaposition between life's ephemeral moments and the looming presence of mortality. The lyrics weave a tapestry of vivid imagery, from the "darkness doubled" to the striking "lightning," suggesting moments of intense personal insight or revelation. The recurring reference to "Marquee Moon" symbolizes an overarching, perhaps unattainable, ideal or dream that illuminates the night's events. This song masterfully captures the tension between destiny and agency, urging listeners to confront their fears while acknowledging the unpredictable nature of life. #Existentialism #MarqueeMoon #TelevisionBand

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