Owl City - Metropolis Lyrics
Lyrics
Oh oh, I can't even take it in
Oh oh, I can't even take it in
Oh oh, I left my heart in Metropolis
So far apart, I checked that the coast was clear
I feel like a postcard; I wish you were here
Subway through the dark, carriage through the park
Taxi down the street, get out and use my feet
Don't matter much to me what I do
as long as I'm coming home to you
Oh oh oh, as far as I can see
You're the only one, the only one who can get to me
Like a hijacked plane, like a runaway train
Or a speeding bullet
There's no stopping this
I left my heart in Metropolis
A thousand miles feels like a million years
Like hundreds of postcards that say I wish you were here
Airplane through the sky, greyhound racing by
Sailboat on the sea
Don't matter much to me what it is that I do
as long as I'm coming back to you
Oh oh oh, as far as I can see
You're the only one, the only one who can get to me
Like a hijacked plane, or a runaway train
Or a speeding bullet
There's no stopping this
I left my heart in Metropolis
Oh oh, I can't even take it in
Oh oh, I left my heart in Metropolis
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Owl City - Metropolis
Meaning & Inspiration
"Metropolis," released by Owl City on May 14, 2013, presents a poignant narrative of enduring love and the yearning for reunion, a theme that resonates deeply within the human spirit and finds powerful parallels in Scripture. While not overtly a Christian song, its exploration of distance, devotion, and the singular importance of a beloved person echoes the profound truths of biblical love. The song artfully captures the feeling of being physically separated, with the protagonist meticulously checking that the coast is clear before embarking on a journey, perhaps mirroring David’s cautious movements when facing adversity or exile, as chronicled in 1 Samuel 23:22-23. The recurring imagery of the protagonist traveling by subway, taxi, airplane, and even sailboat underscores the vastness of the distance, a concept familiar to biblical figures who traversed immense landscapes in service of their faith or family, like Abraham’s journey to a promised land in Genesis 12:1. Yet, the overwhelming sentiment isn't the difficulty of travel but the singular purpose driving it: "as long as I'm coming home to you." This unwavering focus on a destination defined by a person finds a divine echo in God’s relentless pursuit of humanity, a love so strong it transcends all barriers, as declared in Romans 8:38-39, "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."
The core of "Metropolis" lies in the declaration, "You're the only one, the only one who can get to me." This exclusivity and profound impact of a single individual resonate with the unique relationship God desires with His people. The metaphors of a “hijacked plane,” a “runaway train,” or a “speeding bullet” convey an unstoppable force, an overwhelming emotional momentum that cannot be contained or diverted. This unstoppable nature of deep affection can be seen in the fervent devotion of the Psalmist, who declares in Psalm 42:1, "As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God." The phrase "I left my heart in Metropolis" beautifully encapsulates the idea of profound emotional investment and vulnerability, akin to the disciples leaving all to follow Jesus, their hearts utterly captivated by His teachings and presence, as seen in Matthew 4:22. The song's message, therefore, speaks to the power of a love that dictates one's direction and purpose, a love that feels as essential and potent as the very air one breathes. It is a testament to how profound connections, whether earthly or divine, can anchor us, define our journeys, and give meaning to our existence, reminding us of the singular importance of the One who holds our ultimate hope.