Song Meaning

The lyrics open with a serene, almost melancholic observation of nature's cycle, as "sun loving things slip into sleep." Yet, beneath this tranquil surface, "rust and rot slowly creep" from hidden depths. Despite this decay, the narrator finds love pervasive, "dripping off the trees." It's a scene steeped in both natural beauty and an underlying sense of decline. This initial stanza establishes a compelling tension.