Owl City - Vanilla Twilight Lyrics
Lyrics
The stars lean down to kiss you
And I lie awake and miss you
Pour me a heavy dose of atmosphere
'Cause I'll doze off safe and soundly
But I'll miss your arms around me
I'd send a postcard to you dear
'Cause I wish you were here
I'll watch the night turn light blue
But it's not the same without you
Because it takes two to whisper quietly
The silence isn't so bad
Till I look at my hands and feel sad
'Cause the spaces between my fingers are right where yours fit perfectly
I'll find repose in new ways
Though I haven't slept in two days
'Cause cold nostalgia chills me to the bone
But drenched in vanilla twilight
I'll sit on the front porch all night
Waist deep in thought because when I think of you
I don't feel so alone
I don't feel so alone
I don't feel so alone
As many times as I blink I'll think of you tonight
I'll think of you tonight
When violet eyes get brighter
And heavy wings grow lighter
I'll taste the sky and feel alive again
Then I'll forget the world that I knew
But I swear I won't forget you
Oh, if my voice could reach back through the past
I'd whisper in your ear
Oh darling, I wish you were here
Video
Owl City - Vanilla Twilight (Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
"Vanilla Twilight," released by Owl City on March 22, 2010, paints a rich tapestry of memory and longing, evoking a profound sense of yearning for a lost connection that resonates deeply with spiritual themes of hope and enduring love. While not overtly a Christian song, its lyrical imagery and emotional core can be powerfully interpreted through a biblical lens, offering a message that speaks to the persistent faith in reunited relationships and the divine comfort found in cherished recollections. The song’s narrative, centered on an unnamed narrator reflecting on a past encounter and the hope of its return, mirrors the human experience of holding onto cherished moments and believing in a future where those bonds are rekindled. This tenacious hope for reunion, for a return to a time of sweetness and light, can be seen as a reflection of our own spiritual journey, where we hold onto the promises of God and anticipate a day of ultimate reconnection. The gentle, almost dreamlike quality of the lyrics, describing memories like "vanilla twilight" and the hope that "when the sun goes down you'll be coming around," evokes the patience and steadfastness required in our faith. This persistence in awaiting a beloved’s return is akin to the biblical admonition to "wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord" (Psalm 27:14). The song’s exploration of dreams and the ethereal nature of memory also calls to mind the way God often communicates with us in subtle, profound ways, guiding us through the quietude of our hearts. The feeling of anticipation, that bittersweet ache for what was and what could be again, can be understood as the soul’s natural inclination towards God, a longing for the perfect communion that awaits us. The imagery of night turning into day, and the promise of dawn after darkness, directly aligns with biblical assurances of renewal and the overcoming of despair. Just as the narrator longs for the return of a loved one with the setting of the sun, we too can hold onto the promise that "weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning" (Psalm 30:5). "Vanilla Twilight" ultimately encourages a reflection on the enduring power of memory and the strength of unwavering hope, themes that find a beautiful echo in the Scriptures concerning God's faithfulness and the ultimate restoration of all things.