Into Gold Lyrics – London Grammar

[Verse 1]
Dear Heart, dear Soul
Old friend, don’t let me go
I am the fire and you are water
Drown me out, but I learnt
So if you see me, cross the street
But I still see you in people I meet
And I am fire and you are water
You drown me out, but I learnt, I got older, found out I ought to

[Chorus]
Make ashes from stone

All of these things that I’ve seen turn darkness into gold
And when I was made from the right kind of wrong
All of these things that I’ve seen turned darkness into gold

[Post-Chorus]
Into gold, into gold, into gold, into gold
Into gold, into gold, into gold, into gold
Into gold, into gold, into gold, into gold
Into gold, into gold, into gold, into gold

[Verse 2]
Rivers run red, river run dry
River run red and white
I am the fire and you are water
Drown me out, but I learnt
So if you see me, cross the street
But I still see you in people I meet
And I am fire and you are water
You ran me wild to the sea, there you’ll find me, trying to catch me

[Chorus]
Make ashes from stone
All of these things that I’ve seen turn darkness into gold
And when I was made from the right kind of wrong
All of these things that I’ve seen turned darkness into gold

All of these things that I’ve seen turned darkness into gold

[Outro]
Darkness into, darkness into, darkness into
Darkness into, darkness into, darkness into
Darkness into, darkness into, darkness into gold
Darkness into, darkness into, darkness into gold
Darkness into, darkness into, darkness into gold
All of these things that I’ve seen turned darkness into gold (Into gold)
All of these things that I’ve seen turned darkness into gold

[Verse 1]
This verse speaks to a deep emotional connection, addressing the heart and soul. It acknowledges a past relationship or bond (“old friend”) that might be strained or distant (“don’t let me go”). The imagery of fire and water symbolizes contrasting personalities or forces at odds with each other. Despite attempts to distance oneself (“if you see me, cross the street”), memories and influences of this connection persist (“I still see you in people I meet”). It reflects on personal growth and lessons learned over time, suggesting maturity and understanding gained through experience.

[Chorus]
The chorus explores the theme of transformation and resilience. It suggests that even from the hardest of experiences (“ashes from stone”), valuable lessons are learned. The phrase “darkness into gold” symbolizes turning difficult and dark moments in life into something valuable and enriching. It highlights the idea that challenges can lead to personal growth and inner strength, ultimately shaping a brighter future.

[Post-Chorus]
This section emphasizes and reinforces the transformative theme of turning darkness into gold. The repetition of “into gold” underscores the idea of finding value and positivity even in difficult circumstances. It serves as a mantra or affirmation of the ability to overcome challenges and find beauty and growth in life’s journey.

[Verse 2]
Similar to the first verse, this section continues the exploration of contrasting forces and emotional turmoil. The imagery of rivers running red and white suggests conflict and change. The fire and water metaphor reiterates the theme of opposing forces in a relationship or personal struggle. Despite attempts to move on (“ran me wild to the sea”), traces of the past linger (“there you’ll find me, trying to catch me”). It reflects on the complexities of letting go and the enduring impact of significant relationships or experiences.

[Chorus]
The second chorus reaffirms the transformative power of difficult experiences. It underscores the idea that adversity (“the right kind of wrong”) can lead to personal growth and positive change. The repetition emphasizes the resilience to turn challenges into valuable life lessons and opportunities for personal development.

[Outro]
The outro concludes the song by revisiting the central theme of transformation. The repetition of “darkness into gold” reinforces the message of finding meaning and value in difficult experiences. It emphasizes that despite hardships (“darkness”), there is always potential for growth and positive outcomes (“gold”). It serves as a poignant reminder of resilience and the capacity to turn challenges into opportunities for personal enrichment and understanding.

1. Dear Heart, dear Soul
Expresses a deep emotional connection and plea not to lose someone important. It reflects vulnerability and the significance of heart and soul in relationships.

2. Darkness into gold
Symbolizes transforming difficult experiences into something valuable and positive. It encapsulates resilience and personal growth through overcoming challenges.

3. I am the fire and you are water
Describes contrasting personalities or forces in a relationship. Fire symbolizes passion and intensity, while water represents calmness and balance, highlighting opposing yet complementary traits.

4. Make ashes from stone
Suggests the ability to create something meaningful or beautiful out of seemingly impossible situations. It emphasizes resilience and the transformative power of adversity.

5. Rivers run red, river run dry
Metaphorically portrays emotional turmoil and change. Red symbolizes intensity or conflict, while dryness suggests depletion or emptiness, reflecting the ebb and flow of emotional experiences.