shakespeare (taylor's verion) (from the vault)

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Do you miss the rogue who coaxed you into paradise and left you there?The term "rogue" typically refers to a dishonest or mischievous person, someone charming but perhaps not entirely trustworthy or conventional. The phrase "coaxed you into paradise" implies that this person persuaded or lured the speaker into a state of bliss or happiness, "paradise" is often associated with an idyllic or perfect place. Despite being led into paradise, the person described in the verse eventually left. This is a parodox, because the concept of being coaxed into paradise and then left there presents a paradoxical situation. Paradise is generally associated with positive and blissful experiences, but the idea of being left there introduces a conflicting and unexpected element.

"I'd meet you where the spirit meets the bones in a faith-forgotten land" This phrase suggests a place where the intangible essence of the spirit intersects with the physicality of the body, it symbolize a meeting point between the ethereal and the corporeal, the soulful and the tangible. It invokes a sense of depth and connection beyond the superficial, hinting at a meeting of minds or souls in a profound, perhaps spiritual, manner. The alliteration "faith-forgotten" implies a place where belief or spirituality has been abandoned or lost over time. The "land" could represent a place or state of being. Overall, the verse suggests a desire to connect with someone on a deep, soulful level, transcending physical boundaries and reaching into the realm of spirituality.

"In black ink my love may still shine bright"The verse expresses the idea that even when love is communicated through written words ("black ink"), its essence and intensity can still be vivid and powerful ("shine bright"). The use of "black ink" suggests the permanence and formality of written expression, while "shine bright" conveys the enduring and radiant nature of love. Despite the limitations of written communication, such as the inability to convey tone or emotion as effectively as spoken words or actions, the verse asserts that love can transcend these constraints and remain vibrant and impactful. It speaks to the resilience of love and its ability to endure despite being expressed through a medium that may seem impersonal or constrained. Overall, the verse conveys a message of hope and perseverance, suggesting that love can still shine brightly even in challenging circumstances.

"My tongue will tell the anger of my heart" This line suggests a determination to express one's feelings verbally. The speaker is proclaiming that they will not keep their emotions hidden but will use their words to articulate the anger that resides in their heart. This implies a desire for communication and a willingness to confront or share their emotional state. The tongue is given the human-like ability to "tell" or express emotions, attributing it with a role that is typically associated with human communication. "or else my heart concealing it will break", the speaker emphasizes the consequence of not expressing their anger. If they were to keep their emotions concealed, the intense internal turmoil might become unbearable, symbolized by the metaphor of the heart breaking. The contrast between "my tongue will tell" and "my heart concealing it" creates an antithesis. This emphasizes the choice the speaker faces between expressing anger verbally or keeping it hidden within.

"Past the curses and cries beyond the terror in the nightfall"The verse describes moving beyond difficult and frightening experiences. "Curses and cries" suggests a sense of anguish or distress, while "terror in the nightfall" evokes fear and darkness. The phrase "past the curses and cries" implies overcoming or surpassing these negative emotions or circumstances. Additionally, "beyond the terror in the nightfall" implies moving forward into a brighter, more hopeful future. Overall, the verse conveys a sense of resilience and determination to move beyond adversity, suggesting that even in the darkest times, there is hope for a better tomorrow. It speaks to the human capacity to overcome challenges and find strength in the face of fear and hardship.

"Love is merely a madness" The verse employs a metaphorical comparison, equating love to madness. By doing so, it implies that love shares certain characteristics or effects with madness, possibly emphasizing the intense and irrational aspects of both. The use of the word "merely" adds an interesting layer of ambiguity. On one hand, it might suggest that love is nothing more than a form of madness, downplaying its significance. On the other hand, it could imply that love is simply, or purely, a type of madness, acknowledging the depth and complexity of both emotions. In classical literature and Renaissance drama, for instance, love was often portrayed as a force that could disrupt reason and lead to unpredictable and tumultuous outcomes. While not explicitly present in the given line, the repetition of the "m" sound in "merely" and "madness" creates a subtle phonetic repetition, contributing to the overall musicality and rhythm of the verse.

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Is it romantic how all my elegies eulogize me? I'm not cut out for all these cynical clones These hunters with cell phones

I want auroras and sad proseI want to watch wisteria grow right over my bare feet 'Cause I haven't moved in years And I want you right here A red rose grew up out of ice frozen ground With no one around to tweet it While I bathe in cliffside pools With my calamitous love and insurmountable grief

Take me to the lakes where all the poets went to die I don't belong, and my beloved, neither do you Those Windermere peaks look like a perfect place to cry I'm setting off, but not without my muse

What should be over burrowed under my skin In heart-stopping waves of hurt I've come too far to watch some namedropping sleaze Tell me what are my words worth

Take me to the lakes where all the poets went to dieI don't belong, and my beloved, neither do you Those Windermere peaks look like a perfect place to cry I'm setting off, but not without my muse No, not without you.

Take me to the lakes where all the poets went to dieI don't belong, and my beloved, neither do you Those Windermere peaks look like a perfect place to cry I'm setting off, but not without my muse.