The song "Whiteboards" by Midnight Atmosphere is a poignant reflection on the passage of time, underscored by the stirring lyrics "Been hiding in plain sight, for one too many nights."
It delves into the importance of embracing life's journey, as encapsulated in the poignant line "Hope sends reassurance to testify, there's so much more to this mortal life."
Through evocative verses, it captures the essence of rediscovery and renewal, inspired by the resurrection of a forgotten whiteboard calendar. The song celebrates the idea of seizing the moment and cherishing the fleeting moments of warmth and hope, encapsulated by the uplifting refrain "Reaching for warm painted skies, seldom wondering where, or why."
As the protagonist reflects on the whiteboard's journey from neglect to revival, it serves as a powerful metaphor for personal growth and resilience, echoed in the lines "The real secret to having it all is knowing you already do, the only one who needs convincing is you."
Ultimately, "Whiteboards" serves as a heartfelt ode to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of hope and renewal.
lyrics
Been hiding in plain sight,
For one too many nights
So little time, let's take a step outside, alright,
We're goin for a ride, tonight!
Reaching for warm painted skies
Seldom wondering where, or why
Hope sends reassurance to testify
There's so much more to this mortal life
Once a message lost in time
Has been revitalized
An idea written down, not memorized
Was forgotten, but now it's prioritized, (get ready for it!)
The real secret to having it all is knowing you already do
The only one who needs convincing is you
Reaching for warm painted skies
Seldom wondering where, or why
Hope sends reassurance to testify
There's so much more to this mortal life
What's written down on my white board?
What's written down on your white board?
It's not wasted space!
It's just dry erase!
There's no permanent marker on my white board!
credits
from 4 & 5,
released December 22, 2023
Music & Lyrics: Michael Lee Shomler & Katie Maurine Jarvis Shomler
Guitars: Michael Lee Shomler & Shawn Draco
Bass: Michael Lee Shomler & Ryan Nickum
Keys/Harmonies: Bryan Grau
Drums: Bryan Grau & Florian Herjeu
Produced by: Bryan Grau & Michael Lee Shomler
Mixed by: Bryan Grau
Mastered by: Matthew Wolk
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