The Digital Age - Everything Is Bright Lyrics
Lyrics
I see a bright star out there...
It's sure bright.
I can see
...I'll tell you... I can't see, I can't see very much, you know
Looks good, though
I see a bright star out there...
It's sure bright.
I can see
...I'll tell you... I can't see, I can't see very much, you know
Looks good, though
Video
GALAXIES Track 09: ...everything is bright...
Meaning & Inspiration
The Digital Age's 2016 release, "Galaxies," offers a poignant reflection through the track "Everything Is Bright." While the surface-level lyrics speak of a distant, bright star, their true resonance lies in a profound spiritual metaphor, echoing the ancient wisdom found throughout Scripture. This song, intentionally understated in its lyrical delivery, invites contemplation on the nature of hope and divine presence, even when our immediate perception is limited. The repeated acknowledgment of being unable to "see very much" yet observing that things "look good, though" is central to its message. This sentiment mirrors the experience of faith, where we often operate not by sight but by trust. Just as the Apostle Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians 5:7, "for we walk by faith, not by sight," "Everything Is Bright" encourages us to acknowledge the unseen brilliance that guides us. The "bright star" serves as a powerful symbol of God’s unfailing light in the darkness, a beacon of hope that persists even when our personal circumstances obscure our view. This concept is deeply rooted in biblical imagery, from the star that guided the wise men to Bethlehem (Matthew 2:2) to the psalmist's declaration in Psalm 119:105, "Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." The song’s gentle insistence that things "look good, though," despite the visual limitations, speaks to an overarching divine Providence. It suggests a benevolent ordering of the universe, a truth that sustains us even when we cannot fully grasp its intricacies. This echoes the assurance found in Romans 8:28, that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." "Everything Is Bright" doesn't demand a detailed understanding of every celestial body or earthly event; instead, it directs us to the unwavering brilliance of God’s promise, a light that is ever-present and ultimately good, even when our earthly vision is clouded. The track’s understated beauty encourages listeners to hold onto that enduring hope, trusting in a light that transcends our immediate experience.